Mental Health Center Programs Director

California Job Shop; Deal (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

California Job Shop in Deal, NJ is seeking a Social Services Program Director to oversee the launch and ongoing operations of a new Mental Health Counseling Center. This leadership role focuses on program development, service delivery, and strategic growth for behavioral health and social services.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's in a mental health field, licensure, at least five years of supervisory experience, strong collaboration skills, and familiarity with community needs,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related mental health field.
• Current professional licensure in a mental health-related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of experience in behavioral health, mental health services, or social services, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities.
• SIFI certification preferred.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with and sensitivity to Orthodox Jewish community.

Responsibilities

• Lead launch and oversee the agency's new Mental Health Counseling Center with focus on operations and service quality.
• Develop and implement operational processes, policies, and procedures to support growth.
• Provide leadership and oversight for all mental health and social service programs.
• Oversee management of complex behavioral health cases.
• Provide consultation and short-term counseling as needed.
• Supervise Crisis Response Team and escalated crisis situations.
• Collaborate with directors to achieve organizational goals.
• Assist divisions in responding to behavioral health needs.
• Build partnerships with community leaders and healthcare providers.
• Develop and expand mental health programs to meet community needs.
• Monitor and report on program outcomes and utilization.
• Enhance data management systems for program evaluation.
• Represent the organization in the mental health community and forge partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Program development

Communication

Collaboration

Data tracking

Staff coaching

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

California Job Shop in Deal, NJ is seeking a Social Services Program Director to oversee the launch and ongoing operations of a new Mental Health Counseling Center. This leadership role focuses on program development, service delivery, and strategic growth for behavioral health and social services.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's in a mental health field, licensure, at least five years of supervisory experience, strong collaboration skills, and familiarity with community needs,