Job Description:
Who we are:
Directions for Youth & Families offers community-based mental health and prevention services that utilize a resiliency-oriented and trauma-informed framework. DFYF’s programs are divided into 3 categories: Treatment, Prevention, and Education. DFYF offers specialized mental health counseling, kindergarten readiness, afterschool and summer programming to meet the diverse needs of our youth and family population. DFYF proudly serves over 8,500 youth, adults, and families each year. All of our programs strive to fulfill our mission to build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education.
At DFYF, people are the center of everything we do. Our commitment to clients and staff is the reason we are ranked #1 in workplace wellbeing. Our clients are our top priority. However, we know that in order to offer the best care to our clients, we need to invest in our own employee's health and wellness. That's why we provide a comprehensive benefits package with free healthcare, with $0 deductibles, paid time off, 10 paid holidays, a healthy, fun place to work and so much more!
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Program Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in behavioral health and in particular working with youth and families. This role is essential in fostering a supportive and professional environment for staff. The Clinical Program Manager will oversee the administration and operations of assigned programs, ensuring management best practices and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide staff management including hiring, development, training, performance management, communication, and corrective action for staff to promote professional grown and effective program operation.
Provide supportive and regular clinical supervision and on an as need basis
Reviews, signs off and provides feedback on diagnostic assessments and treatment documentation.
Collaborate with management to establish program goals and objectives.
Monitor program outcomes and make necessary adjustments to improve performance
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards
Provide leadership and guidance to program staff
Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Facilitate and participate in agency trainings
Requirements
Professional license at the LISW-S or LPCC-S level
Ability and comfort with clinical consultation
Ability to apply a trauma-informed approach
Experience approving treatment plans, diagnosis and session notes
Experience managing staff, providing feedback and aiding in the professional development process
Experience working with youth and families in a behavioral health setting
Minimum 1-year supervisory experience
Valid Driver’s License and Auto Insurance
What makes us great:
We offer FREE Healthcare with $0 deductibles!
We Rank # 1 for Workplace Wellbeing!
We care about our staff
Will meet you where you are and provide opportunities to grow in your career
We care about work-life balance - no on-call, no overtime, no weekends - You make your own schedule
We offer a relaxation room & it's ok to laugh in the office
Staff led self-care and DEI initiatives
Free monthly trainings & CEU’s for Counselors & Social Workers
403(b) Retirement with Employer Contribution
Paid time off
10 days of paid holidays
Competitive salary and benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and employer paid life and disability insurance)
