Clinical Programs Lead - Assistant Director

BestSelf; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Student loan forgiveness programs

Health insurance options

Professional license renewal reimburse

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

BestSelf Behavioral Health is seeking an Assistant Program Director for the Delaware Summer Clinic to plan, organize, and direct services, supervise staff, and deliver direct client services.

The role requires clinical supervision expertise, regulatory compliance, and strong leadership to manage daily operations and ensure safety and quality of care across the program. This position offers growth and collaboration in a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years clinical experience in community mental health.
• Must hold a current LCSW-R, LCSW, or LMHC license.
• Knowledge of supervision practice and mental health treatment system.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and clinical supervision to staff.
• Review and sign off on staff clinical records promptly.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
• Address consumer complaints and resolve issues.
• Cover administrative emergencies in absence of leadership.
• Make effective decisions for daily branch operations.
• Ensure safety inside and outside the building.
• Lead staff meetings to foster teamwork.
• Coordinate with support staff for efficient operations.
• Review performance and ensure policy compliance.
• Adapt schedule and duties to program needs.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Communication

Documentation

Education

LCSW-R / LCSW / LMHC license

Tools

Windows

Job description

BestSelf Behavioral Health is seeking an Assistant Program Director for the Delaware Summer Clinic to plan, organize, and direct services, supervise staff, and deliver direct client services.

The role requires clinical supervision expertise, regulatory compliance, and strong leadership to manage daily operations and ensure safety and quality of care across the program. This position offers growth and collaboration in a team-focused environment.