Licensed Program Coordinator / Academic Coordinator - Pinnacle Day Program - Ft. Lauderdale

Family First Adolescent Services; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Healthcare package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Family First Adolescent Services is expanding and seeks a Licensed Program Coordinator - Academic Coordination to oversee the Tampa PHP program. You will supervise the Case Manager, coordinate daily operations, and ensure alignment of clinical, academic, and operational processes to support adolescent outcomes.

The role emphasizes relational care, team leadership, and ongoing professional development within a supportive, trauma-informed environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, education, or related field.
• LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT licensure.
• At least 3 years in behavioral health or residential treatment.
• Experience in team leadership or program coordination.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed, attachment-based, or family systems approaches.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Tampa PHP program to ensure efficiency and quality of care.
• Supervise and support the Case Manager, fostering professional growth and accountability.
• Conduct regular family calls and provide ongoing communication to support engagement and treatment alignment.
• Collaborate with clinical, academic, and residential teams to maintain a unified and therapeutic environment.
• Review documentation, schedules, and reports to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Support and model a culture aligned with the organization's mission, values, and trauma-informed care principles.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and provide feedback to improve program effectiveness.
• Maintain ongoing communication with leadership to support analytical insight and program evolution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology/Counseling/Social Work/Education

Job description

Program Coordinator / Academic Coordinator — Family First Adolescent Services: Tampa PHP

Leadership opportunity within a collaborative and relational treatment environment.

Family First Adolescent Services is expanding and seeking a dedicated Licensed Program Coordinator - Academic Coordination to join our team. Our organization believes in a relational and developmental approach to working with clients and families, as well as supporting staff in their continued growth and development.

As Licensed Program Coordinator - Academic Coordinator, you will oversee day-to-day operations of the Tampa PHP Program to ensure the highest standards of care and consistency across departments.

You will play a vital leadership role by supervising the Case Manager, facilitating family calls, and ensuring that clinical, academic, and operational processes align smoothly to support client outcomes.

This position is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a structured, team-oriented environment and values the opportunity to contribute to the healing and growth of adolescents and their families.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily operations of the Tampa PHP program to ensure efficiency and quality of care.
• Supervise and support the Case Manager, fostering professional growth and accountability.
• Conduct regular family calls and provide ongoing communication to support engagement and treatment alignment.
• Collaborate with clinical, academic, and residential teams to maintain a unified and therapeutic environment.
• Review documentation, schedules, and reports to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Support and model a culture consistent with Family First’s mission, values, and trauma-informed care principles.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and provide feedback to improve program effectiveness.
• Maintain ongoing communication with leadership to support analytical insight, program development, and continual evolution of processes and outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Education, or a related field (required).
• LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT licensure.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a behavioral health or residential treatment setting.
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership or program coordination.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed, attachment-based, or family systems approaches.

Reasons to Join Our Team

• Competitive compensation, 401(k), and healthcare package.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Non-judgmental environment that values reflection, authenticity, and personal growth.
• Meaningful work with adolescents and families on their path to recovery and healing.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a rapidly growing organization.

Inclusive Workplace

Family First Adolescent Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.