Lead Clinical Program Director - Community/School Based Services (Missoula, MT)

Hamilton, MT; Hamilton (MT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

FSA

HSA

401k

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Advancement

Professional Development

Job summary

AWARE in Hamilton, MT is seeking a Lead Clinical Program Director to guide the clinical team and oversee program operations, ensuring high-quality services for adults, children, and families. The role emphasizes staff hiring, training, performance evaluation, and collaboration with community partners, while maintaining compliance with standards and pursuing professional licensure as required.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, drive quality improvement, and advocate for professional

Qualifications

• An advanced degree (RN, MS, MA, PhD) in Nursing, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Requires one year direct work experience and willingness to pursue professional licensure as LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent.
• Must pursue and maintain the specific professional clinical license and/or certification as required by state and boards.
• Thorough administrative understanding of Mental Health related programs.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to lead a diverse team of professionals and paraprofessionals.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, coach, and supervise all staff.
• Evaluate staff performance and provide ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Create and maintain a positive work environment promoting collaboration and teamwork.
• Delegate tasks effectively and promote training to meet needs.
• Other duties as assigned, aligned with program responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Staff coaching

Administrative understanding

Education

Advanced degree (RN, MS, MA, PhD) in Nursing, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field

Job description

Lead Clinical Program Director - $85,000.00 per year to start

AWARE -Hamilton, MT - Full-Time

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE.

AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a lead clinical program director.

The support we provide helps the adults, children, and families we serve become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team that is dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. Our strength lies in our culture of care, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to providing unconditional care to those in need.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Hiring, training, coaching, and supervising all staff.
• Evaluating staff performance and providing ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Creating and maintaining a positive work environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork.
• Delegating tasks and responsibilities effectively.
• Promoting training that meets team and individual needs.

Program Development and Implementation

• Ensuring adequate systems in place to maintain highest quality of services to families in compliance with performance Standards.
• Ensuring coordination among components for consistency in service delivery.
• Participate in the monthly vitals process, utilizing program data for continuous quality improvement.

Compliance and Administration

• Ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations related to programs.
• Managing service area budgets, including allocating funds for staff, supplies, and program operations.

Community Collaboration

• Building partnerships with local community agencies and organizations to provide comprehensive support services for families.
• Participating in community events and outreach initiatives to promote programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned, which are consistent with the general responsibilities of the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• FSA
• HSA
• 401k
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Advancement
• Professional Development

Requirements

Talents, skills, and abilities

• An advanced degree (RN, MS, MA, PhD) in Nursing, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Requires one (1) year direct work experience, along with the willingness and ability to pursue professional licensure as an LCSW, LCPC, or any other such license as recognized and regulated in the State of Montana.
• As a condition of continued employment - AWARE's Lead Clinical Program Director must pursue and maintain the specific professional clinical license (RN/LCSW or LCPC) and/or professional certification as required by state, federal governing boards, and other such certification boards.
• A thorough administrative understanding of Mental Health related programs.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to provide leadership to a diverse spectrum of professionals and paraprofessionals are significant.
• Requires skills in oral, written, and interpersonal and necessitates the ability to set goals and to meet them within established standards.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.