Program Director

Montefiore Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Bronx, NY is seeking an experienced Program Director to lead their Clinical Support Program (CSP) teams. This role involves overseeing operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and managing clinical supervision. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology or a Master's in Social Work with relevant credentials, and 5+ years of clinical experience. Excellent benefits and competitive salary of $140,000 plus bonus are offered.

Benefits

Generous time off

403(b) retirement plan

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Bonus structure

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical experience with children and families in child welfare or related settings.
• Proven experience managing or supervising clinical teams.
• Licensed in NYS (Ph.D. or Master's level).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of multiple CSP teams.
• Provide weekly clinical and administrative supervision.
• Create and implement program policies and workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Ph.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Masters in Social Work with LCSW

Job description

Overview

City/State: Bronx, New York

Grant Funded: Yes

Department: CMO - UBA Child Welfare

Work Shift: Day

Work Days: MON-FRI

Scheduled Hours: 8:30 AM-5 PM

Scheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURS

Pay Range: $120,000.00-$150,000.00

Program Director
Full-Time | Senior Leadership Role | Licensed Ph.D.

We are seeking a seasoned Program Director to lead Montefiore/ UBA's Clinical Support Program (CSP) teams in supporting children and families across the Bronx. This program will oversee a team of clinicians who provide assessments and consultations to families referred by our partners at the NYC Administration for Children's Services (ACS) in the Bronx, particularly to determine client needs related to mental health, substance use, and intimate partner violence. This is a unique opportunity for a licensed Ph.D. with deep clinical expertise and proven leadership experience to shape a high-impact program and ensure the highest standards of care.

Montefiore, the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine, is nationally recognized for clinical excellence, research, and community partnerships that improve health outcomes across New York City. University Behavioral Associates (UBA), a part of Montefiore, is dedicated to providing innovative, evidence-based behavioral health and child welfare services to support children, families, and communities.

CSP clinical staff will be based at one of the following Bronx locations: 1200 Waters Place, 2100 Bartow Avenue, and 2501 Grand Concourse (with responsibilities at 1775 Grand Concourse) and CSP referral staff will be based at 200 Corporate Boulevard (Yonkers). This position will be expected to travel between locations.

About the Role

As the Program Director, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple CSP teams, guiding Supervisors and clinicians to deliver high-quality, timely, and equitable services. You will be both a strategic leader and a hands-on partner, ensuring the program runs smoothly and adapts to the needs of the communities we serve.

Starting salary is $140,000, plus bonus. Benefits are excellent, including generous time off, 403(b), medical/dental/vision insurance, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Supervision: Provide weekly clinical and administrative supervision to CSP Supervisors and lead monthly all-staff meetings. Provide support for clinical coverage and urgent clinical situations.
• Program Oversight: Ensure teams are properly staffed and resourced; establish and monitor program goals, benchmarks, and quality assurance processes.
• Partnership Building: Serve as liaison with ACS field office managers, preventive and foster care providers, and other key stakeholders. Rotate among Bronx borough offices, ensuring visibility, accessibility, and support for staff and stakeholders. Build strong referral pathways and collaborative relationships.
• Program Development: Create and implement program policies, review workflows, and develop action plans to improve service outcomes.
• Training & Expertise: Deliver professional trainings to ACS staff and provide expert input at case conferences and review meetings.

What We're Looking For

• Ph.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology & NYS Licensed (preferred) or Masters in Social Work with an LCSW, LMSW, or LMHC License in NYS
• 5+ years of clinical experience, with several years working with children and families in child welfare or related settings
• Proven experience managing or supervising clinical teams
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• A collaborative, mission-driven approach with the ability to navigate complex systems

Why Join Us?

• Lead a borough-wide initiative that impacts children and families at critical moments
• Shape program strategy, policy, and service delivery
• Collaborate with dedicated partners in child protection, preventive, and foster care services
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• A leadership role with both clinical depth and systems-level impact

Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.