ACT Program Director: Lead Clinically, Hire & Grow Teams

People Encouraging People; Rockville (MD); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

People Encouraging People in Rockville, MD seeks a Program Director to lead Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services, ensuring high fidelity to the ACT Model of Care and strong client outcomes. The role emphasizes strategic leadership and program quality.

You will hire, supervise, and train staff, manage the ACT budget, coordinate admissions/discharges, and collaborate with community partners to advance the agency’s mission and resources.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• At least three years experience working with adults with chronic mental illness.
• License in a Mental Health Profession in the State of Maryland required.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsabilités

• Hire, supervise, and train staff; perform evaluations and disciplinary actions as required.
• Direct day-to-day clinical operations of the team including scheduling and adherence to agency policies.
• Lead morning meetings and weekly clinical review to ensure client needs are met.
• Direct and coordinate admission and discharge processes; assign clients for primary responsibility.
• Provide clinical supervision of staff and weekly individual supervision of all staff.
• Review quality of services and documentation produced by staff.
• Perform crisis intervention as necessary.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to address concerns.
• Ensure client records meet accreditation requirements.
• Collaborate with Core Service Agency and other community organizations to promote the agency’s mission.
• Communicate with community agencies regarding client needs; attend meetings as required.
• Monitor medication and health concerns for ACT clients; manage budget and billing for the program.
• Develop departmental policies as required.

Connaissances

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Formation

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, or related field

License in Mental Health Profession in Maryland

Description du poste

People Encouraging People in Rockville, MD seeks a Program Director to lead Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services, ensuring high fidelity to the ACT Model of Care and strong client outcomes. The role emphasizes strategic leadership and program quality.

You will hire, supervise, and train staff, manage the ACT budget, coordinate admissions/discharges, and collaborate with community partners to advance the agency’s mission and resources.