Program Director

ADP, Inc.; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Link & Option Center, Inc. in South Holland, IL, seeks a Program Director to lead the MOMS Care Coordination Pathway for pregnant women and mothers with dependent children.

You will supervise clinical staff, develop policies, and ensure service quality and regulatory compliance, while building partnerships with funders and community providers. The role requires a Master’s degree and licensure (CADC/LCSW/LCPC), plus at least five years in maternal-child health or behavioral health leadership,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, public health, psychology, or related field.
• Licensed credentials such as CADC, LCSW, or LCPC required.
• Experience leading maternal-child health, substance use, or behavioral health programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management of the program.
• Develop policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with evidence-based practices.
• Supervise program staff and oversee professional development.
• Provide clinical supervision for SUD clinicians.
• Monitor program outcomes, reporting, and funder compliance.
• Build and maintain community partnerships and referral networks.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

EHR systems

Trauma-informed care

Policy development

Education

Master’s degree in social work, public health, psychology, or related field

Licensure CADC/LCSW/LCPC

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

DrCloud/EHR systems

Job description

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Program Director

All Full Time Assignee South Holland, IL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1032

Salary: $90,000.00 Annually

PROGRAM: MOMS Care Coordination Pathway for Pregnant Women and Women with Dependent Children.

REPORTS TO: President/CEO

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

The Link & Option Center, Inc. is a Joint Commission–accredited outpatient State Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) serving the far Southside community and designated to serve the Southland region with locations in South Holland and Hazel Crest, Illinois.

Founded in 1994, The Link & Option Center, Inc., provides comprehensive behavioral health services including assessment, psychiatry, therapy, crisis services, case management, and care coordination.

The Link & Option Center, Inc., is committed to delivering culturally competent, person-centered care that addresses both behavioral health needs and the social determinants impacting overall well-being. Through early identification, prevention, and treatment, The Link & Option Center, Inc., strives to improve the quality of life and strengthen the communities it serves.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Oversees the MOMS Care Coordination Pathway Program for Pregnant Women and Women with Dependent Children, ensuring program goals are met, services are delivered effectively, clinical staff supervision, and community partnerships are maintained.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide overall leadership and management of the program.

• Develop policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with evidence-based practices.
• Supervise program staff and oversee professional development.
• Provide clinical supervision for SUD clinicians.
• Monitor program outcomes, reporting, and compliance with funder requirements.
• Build and maintain community partnerships and referral networks.
• Data collection, grant reporting, and day-to-day logistics.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in social work, public health, psychology, or related field and Licensed credentials such as CADC, LCSW, or LCPC required.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in maternal-child health, substance use, or behavioral health programs.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, perinatal health, and family-centered practices.
• Program Director/Clinical Supervisor will establish a Training and Credentialing Plan for compliance that:
• Maps certification requirements for Doulas and Lactation Consultants to state-recognized standards.
• Incorporates mandatory SUD/COD competency modules and continuing education.
• Tracks completion, certification, and ongoing compliance through a centralized credentialing database.
• Aligns with HFS notifications for workforce qualifications and billing eligibility for perinatal support services.
• Monitors staff credentials for timely renewal of credentials and adherence to best practice standards.

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Leadership: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CADC, LCPC or LCSW License? (Required)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Demonstrated ability to use Excel for data entry, organization, tracking, and analysis. Experience navigating DrCloud or other Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, including entering, maintaining, and retrieving electronic client records.