ACT TEAM LEAD

ADP, Inc.; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

401k

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Company-Paid Training

Clinical Leadership Development

Professional Development

Supervisory Experience

Multidisciplinary Team Leadership

Job summary

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a licensed mental health professional to serve as the ACT Team Lead for its Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program in Delaware. This hands-on leadership role combines clinical care with community-based services and staff management to oversee day-to-day operations of a multidisciplinary ACT team.

The ACT Team Lead will provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to individuals receiving services, while ensuring high-quality,

Qualifications

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (credentials may include LMSW, LCSW, MFT, or equivalent)
• Graduate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Behavioral Health, or a related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of direct care experience with adults in Mental Health, Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Substance Use, Healthcare, Vocational Rehabilitation, Juvenile Justice, or related human services programs
• At least two (2) years of community-based treatment experience
• Valid Driver's License
• Driving record in good standing
• Ability to provide services in community settings
• Ability to effectively lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Oversee the clinical and operational functions of the ACT team while providing leadership, supervision, and direct support to individuals receiving services.
• Conduct assessments and assist with treatment planning.
• Evaluate client progress and modify interventions as needed.
• Maintain a clinical caseload and provide direct services.
• Coordinate care and support recovery-focused treatment.
• Deliver services in community-based settings.
• Provide daily supervision and leadership to ACT staff.
• Coach, mentor, and support employee development.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and evaluations.
• Manage staff assignments and workloads.
• Promote accountability and quality performance.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Oversee day-to-day program operations.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor documentation and medical record requirements.
• Coordinate staff scheduling and service coverage.
• Support effective service delivery and crisis response.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards.
• Support census and program growth initiatives.
• Monitor program expenses and resource utilization.
• Balance clinical priorities with operational goals.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure program success and sustainability.

Education

Graduate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Behavioral Health, or a related field

Job description

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ACT TEAM LEAD

RHD Regular Full Time Management Wilmington, DE, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 10743

Salary: $70,000.00 Annually

Help People Heal. Lead a Team. Transform Lives.

Resources for Human Development (RHD) | Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
Delaware
Full-Time | Salaried
$70,000 Annually
DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking a licensed mental health professional to serve as an ACT Team Lead for our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program in Delaware.

This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity for a behavioral health professional who wants to combine clinical care, community‑based services, staff leadership, and program management. You'll oversee the day‑to‑day operations of a multidisciplinary ACT team while remaining actively involved in supporting individuals with complex mental health needs throughout the community.

If you're ready to take the next step in your behavioral health career and lead a team that makes a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

About the ACT Program

The Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program provides multidisciplinary, community‑based behavioral health services designed to support individuals with significant mental health challenges.

ACT services are delivered where individuals need them most, helping promote recovery, stability, independence, and successful community living. As the ACT Team Lead, you'll provide both clinical and operational leadership while ensuring high‑quality, person‑centered services.

Why Join Our Team?

• DailyPay - Access Earned Wages Before Payday
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Company-Paid Training
• Clinical and Leadership Development Opportunities
• Professional Development Programs
• Supervisory Experience
• Opportunities to Lead a Multidisciplinary Team

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Lead a behavioral health team making a difference every day
• Work directly with individuals in the community
• Help people achieve greater stability and independence
• Develop and mentor behavioral health professionals
• Influence service quality and program outcomes
• Combine clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities

What You'll Do

As the ACT Team Lead, you will oversee the clinical and operational functions of the ACT team while providing leadership, supervision, and direct support to individuals receiving services.

Clinical Leadership & Client Care

• Conduct assessments and assist with treatment planning
• Evaluate client progress and modify interventions as needed
• Maintain a clinical caseload and provide direct services
• Coordinate care and support recovery‑focused treatment
• Deliver services in community‑based settings
• Provide daily supervision and leadership to ACT staff
• Coach, mentor, and support employee development
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and evaluations
• Manage staff assignments and workloads
• Promote accountability and quality performance
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture

Program Operations & Compliance

• Oversee day‑to‑day program operations
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Monitor documentation and medical record requirements
• Coordinate staff scheduling and service coverage
• Support effective service delivery and crisis response
• Maintain professional and ethical standards

Program & Fiscal Oversight

• Support census and program growth initiatives
• Monitor program expenses and resource utilization
• Balance clinical priorities with operational goals
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure program success and sustainability

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

A licensed mental health professional
Ready to grow into or continue a behavioral health leadership role
Comfortable balancing clinical services with staff management
Experienced in community‑based behavioral health services
Skilled at coaching and supporting employees
Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
Collaborative and team-oriented
Strong in decision‑making and problem‑solving
Passionate about recovery‑oriented, person‑centered care

Qualifications

Required

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (credentials may include LMSW, LCSW, MFT, or equivalent)
• Graduate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Behavioral Health, or a related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of direct care experience with adults in Mental Health, Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Substance Use, Healthcare, Vocational Rehabilitation, Juvenile Justice, or related human services programs
• At least two (2) years of community‑based treatment experience
• Valid Driver's License
• Driving record in good standing
• Ability to provide services in community settings
• Ability to effectively lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team

Preferred

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
• Experience with Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) or intensive community‑based behavioral health services

Schedule & Compensation

• Location: Delaware
• Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program
• Combination of community‑based clinical work and staff leadership responsibilities
• Flexibility may be required to meet client, staffing, and program needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel throughout the community as needed
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform essential job duties
• Ability to drive a vehicle as required
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

About Our Organization

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliated companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to every phase of employment and hiring.