Joseph Allred
Klamath Falls,OR
Summary
Results-driven behavioral health executive with nearly 20 years of progressive leadership in substance use disorder treatment, residential services, medically monitored detoxification, clinical supervision, and healthcare operations. Promoted from Alcohol & Drug Counselor to Clinical Supervisor and currently Program Director through demonstrated leadership, operational excellence, and commitment to quality patient care. Currently direct a 40-bed residential substance use disorder treatment program with an attached 12-bed medically monitored alcohol detoxification unit, overseeing clinical operations, regulatory compliance, staffing, budgeting, quality improvement, and strategic planning. Extensive experience preparing programs for Oregon state licensing reviews and CARF accreditation while building high-performing multidisciplinary teams and improving organizational performance.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
BestCare Treatment Services
Klamath Falls, Oregon
01.2022 - Current
- Provide executive leadership for a 40-bed residential substance use disorder treatment program with an attached 12-bed medically monitored alcohol detoxification unit, overseeing all clinical, operational, regulatory, and administrative functions.
- Leadership Responsibilities
- Direct all daily operations for residential treatment and detoxification services.
- Provide leadership and supervision for multidisciplinary clinical, medical, and support staff.
- Oversee staffing, scheduling, budgeting, strategic planning, and program performance.
- Ensure compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs), licensing standards, and CARF accreditation requirements.
- Successfully prepare and lead state compliance audits and CARF accreditation surveys.
- Maintain the program's Three-Year CARF Accreditation through continuous quality improvement and regulatory readiness.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures that strengthen patient care and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with executive leadership, physicians, nursing staff, and community agencies to improve patient outcomes.
- Mentor supervisors and future leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Clinical Supervisor
BestCare Treatment Services
Klamath Falls, Oregon
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Supervised approximately 40 clinical and support staff members across residential treatment and detoxification services.
- Managed the daily operations of a 12-bed medically monitored alcohol detoxification program.
- Worked collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), physicians (MDs), nurse leadership, and behavioral health professionals to coordinate safe, effective detoxification services.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary treatment planning to ensure seamless transitions between detoxification and residential treatment.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, supervised, and evaluated clinical staff.
- Managed scheduling, treatment planning, documentation, and departmental operations.
- Developed and implemented policies and quality improvement initiatives.
- Assisted with budgeting, operational planning, and regulatory compliance.
- Successfully prepared programs for state licensing audits and CARF accreditation surveys.
Alcohol & Drug Counselor
BestCare Treatment Services
Klamath Falls, Oregon
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Managed an active residential caseload of 10–12 adult male and female clients.
- Facilitated daily substance use disorder treatment groups focused on relapse prevention, recovery skills, cognitive behavioral interventions, life skills, and evidence-based treatment.
- Conducted assessments, treatment planning, individual counseling, case management, and discharge planning.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, probation officers, community agencies, and family members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation while supporting patients throughout the recovery process.
Education
General Educational Development -
Workforce Development - undefined
Klamath Falls, OregonCertification
- Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor II (CADC II)
- Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)
KEY LEADERSHIP ACHIEVEMENTS
- Nearly 20 years of progressive behavioral health leadership.
- Promoted from Alcohol & Drug Counselor → Clinical Supervisor → Program Director.
- Direct operations for a 40-bed residential treatment program with an attached 12-bed medically monitored alcohol detoxification unit.
- Supervise and mentor approximately 40 clinical and support staff members.
- Successfully maintained compliance through multiple Oregon state licensing audits.
- Maintain a program with a Three-Year CARF Accreditation, demonstrating sustained excellence in quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate daily with physicians (MDs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), counselors, and community partners to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.
- Lead policy development, quality improvement initiatives, and operational planning to strengthen clinical outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
- Served as Co-Chair of the Local Alcohol and Drug Planning Committee (LADPC).
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP
Co-Chair – Local Alcohol and Drug Planning Committee (LADPC)
Timeline
Program Director
BestCare Treatment Services
01.2022 - Current
Clinical Supervisor
BestCare Treatment Services
01.2014 - 01.2022
Alcohol & Drug Counselor
BestCare Treatment Services
01.2007 - 01.2014