ATLAS Program Director - Community Impact Leader

Wayfinder Family Services; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer/m

PSLF eligible

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Job summary

Wayfinder Family Services in Sacramento, CA seeks an experienced program leader to manage the ATLAS program, ensuring compliance with county contracts and Medi-Cal regulations. The role includes budgeting, staffing, and evidence-based practice implementation in a mission-driven nonprofit setting.

The position emphasizes bilingual English/Spanish capabilities, stakeholder collaboration, and 24/7 crisis response oversight. A Master’s degree and CA licensure are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required and licensure in CA (LCSW or LMFT) preferred.
• Minimum five years of progressive behavioral health leadership experience, including supervision of staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ATLAS operations and ensure compliance with contracts and licensing requirements.
• Manage budget development and oversight in coordination with finance leadership.
• Lead recruitment and retention strategies with emphasis on bilingual capacity for priority communities.
• Coordinate program milestones, training, and evidence-based practice implementation.
• Respond to county monitoring, audits, and corrective action plans.

Skills

Program leadership

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Budget oversight

Crisis management

Education

Master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology, or related field

Tools

SmartCare (EHR)

Job description

Wayfinder Family Services in Sacramento, CA seeks an experienced program leader to manage the ATLAS program, ensuring compliance with county contracts and Medi-Cal regulations. The role includes budgeting, staffing, and evidence-based practice implementation in a mission-driven nonprofit setting.

The position emphasizes bilingual English/Spanish capabilities, stakeholder collaboration, and 24/7 crisis response oversight. A Master’s degree and CA licensure are strongly preferred.