Housing Programs Manager, Behavioral Health Leader

Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center; Kansas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits (KPERS)

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO

Job summary

Bert Nash Center is seeking a Program Manager to lead and coordinate behavioral health service programs in Douglas County. You will provide strategic planning, supervise teams, and ensure service quality and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Master's degree (preferred) in relevant fields or substantial experience, and involves managing budgets, collaborating with multiple divisions, and advancing housing-related services for clients with complex needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred in clinical/counseling psychology, clinical social work, or psychiatric nursing, or 5+ years in social services/program management.
• Licensed or licensable as QMHP by Kansas Behavioral Sciences Board with reimbursable specialty.
• Knowledge of community service programs and local resources.
• Commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace.
• Reliable transportation, valid license, and willingness to work irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic planning and program management aligned with the agency's goals and standards.
• Provide individual and group supervision to ensure coordinated care and staff development.
• Coordinate training to enhance staff skills and program performance.
• Manage department budget and oversee fiscal responsibilities.
• Work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Engage with service director to ensure programs meet regulatory and outcome requirements.
• Lead expertise in management of housing services for people with histories of homelessness and related programs.

Skills

Program leadership

Program management

Staff supervision

Budget management

Team coordination

Education

Master’s degree (preferred) in clinical/counseling psychology or social work

Job description

Bert Nash Center is seeking a Program Manager to lead and coordinate behavioral health service programs in Douglas County. You will provide strategic planning, supervise teams, and ensure service quality and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Master's degree (preferred) in relevant fields or substantial experience, and involves managing budgets, collaborating with multiple divisions, and advancing housing-related services for clients with complex needs.