Clinical Outpatient Behavioral Health Program Manager

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Rochelle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & AD&D insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive hourly wages and premium 


403B Plan and Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Job summary

Care Plus NJ, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Program Manager to oversee the coordination and delivery of high-quality outpatient behavioral health services in Bergen County, NJ.

This leadership role combines clinical supervision, program oversight, staff development, and quality improvement to ensure person-centered, trauma-informed care. The Clinical Program Manager supports staff development, quality initiatives, and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and license as required by program regulations & standards.
• 2+ years of experience in program management, administration and supervision.
• Valid driver's license and insurability by agency.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative supervision to therapists, case managers, care coordinators, and other behavioral health staff.
• Review clinical documentation, treatment plans, assessments, and progress notes for quality and accuracy.
• Support staff performance, professional development, and ongoing training in evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate care with internal and external providers, including primary care, substance use treatment programs, hospitals, and community partners.
• Oversee client intake, assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and discharge processes.
• Analyze program outcomes and quality metrics; implement corrective action plans and performance improvement initiatives as needed.
• Counsel and support staff with program and client-related issues, fostering a collaborative work environment, ensuring a culture of recovery, resilience, and trauma-informed care.
• Assist with program development, staffing plans, budgeting, and operational goals.
• Facilitate weekly treatment team meetings and participate in leadership meetings, audits, and regulatory reviews.
• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor clinical and program staff, as needed
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, health and safety standards, and professional conduct guidelines.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Program management

Staff development

Quality improvement

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field

Job description

Care Plus NJ, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Program Manager to oversee the coordination and delivery of high-quality outpatient behavioral health services in Bergen County, NJ.

This leadership role combines clinical supervision, program oversight, staff development, and quality improvement to ensure person-centered, trauma-informed care. The Clinical Program Manager supports staff development, quality initiatives, and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve client outcomes.