Clinical Program Manager- Wellness Center (20786752)

Tri-City Mental Health Authority; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-City Mental Health Authority is seeking a Clinical Program Manager for the Wellness Center, focusing on recovery, resilience, and well-being through peer support and educational services. The role oversees center operations and supervises multidisciplinary staff, with emphasis on coordination of services for diverse populations.

The ideal candidate will have licensure in psychology, social work, or LMFT and extensive managerial experience in mental health, plus a track record in budgeting

Qualifications

• Education aligned with licensure as Psychologist, LCSW, or LMFT.
• At least five years of managerial and/or supervisory experience in a mental health setting.
• Valid California license as a Psychologist, LCSW, or LMFT.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate Wellness Center services.
• Provide leadership, supervision to program supervisors and staff.
• Coordinate peer support groups, workshops, employment/vocational support, and activities.
• Develop and monitor program budgets, expenditures, and resource needs.
• Establish tracking systems for participation, outcomes, and reporting.
• Build partnerships with community organizations and service providers.
• Ensure services are accessible and culturally responsive.
• Support grant proposals and program development.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Staff supervision

Community outreach

Education

Professional licensure (Psychologist / LCSW / LMFT)

Job description

Tri-City Mental Health Authority is hiring a Clinical ProgramManager for our Wellness Center. The Wellness Center promotes recovery, resilience, and well-being through peer support groups, educational workshops, employment and vocational support, recreational activities, and connections to community resources. Peer advocates, clinical staff, and volunteers work together to help participants build independence, strengthen social connections, and achieve personal goals. Specialized programming supports children and families, transition-age youth, and older adults.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The Clinical Program Manager will oversee the Wellness Center’s operations, programs, and services, providing direct supervision to assigned program supervisors and direct and indirect supervision to multidisciplinary staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate Wellness Center services and activities that promote recovery, resilience, independence, and community connection for individuals and families.
  

• Provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to program supervisors and assigned staff; establish performance expectations, coordinate staff development, and complete timely performance evaluations.
  

• Oversee the coordination and delivery of peer support groups, educational workshops, employment and vocational support, recreational activities, and specialized programming for children, families, transition age youth, and older adults.
  

• Assess community needs and participant feedback to identify service priorities, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend improvements or new programming.
  

• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, staffing plans, and service schedules to support effective program operations and a welcoming, supportive environment.
  

• Provide clinical consultation and guidance to supervisors and staff, as appropriate, regarding participant needs, crisis response, referrals, and coordination with treatment providers.
  

• Develop and monitor program budgets, expenditures, and resource needs; recommend allocations that support effective services and program sustainability.
  

• Establish and monitor systems for tracking participation, service delivery, documentation, and program outcomes; prepare reports and communicate program needs and progress to agency leadership.
  

• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, public agencies, and service providers to strengthen outreach, referrals, and access to resources.
  

• Ensure services are accessible, culturally responsive, and supportive of participants from diverse backgrounds.
  

• Oversee quality assurance activities and compliance with applicable agency policies, confidentiality requirements, regulations, and funding obligations.
  

• Participate in staff selection and address performance concerns in coordination with Human Resources.
  

• Support grant proposals, program development, and community presentations related to Wellness Center services.

Ideal Candidate

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position is qualifying. A typical example includes:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Education consistent with the requirements for licensure as a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

Experience:
At least five years of managerial and/or supervisory experience in a mental health setting, including experience in a responsible management capacity.

Licensure:
Possession of a valid California license as a Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Additional training or coursework in public administration, program management, clinical supervision, or community mental health.

Experience:

• Directly supervising program supervisors and overseeing multidisciplinary teams, including clinical staff, peer advocates, and support staff.

• Developing and evaluating programs that promote recovery, resilience, and well-being for diverse populations.

• Overseeing program budgets, monitoring expenditures, and meeting grant or contract requirements.

• Building community partnerships and coordinating outreach, referrals, and access to services.

• Using participant feedback and program data to improve service delivery.