Program Director (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

Retirement Plan (UNUM)

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. seeks a Program Director to lead clinical services across Colorado programs, providing strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and operational management for trauma-informed, evidence-based care.

The role partners with staff and external stakeholders to advance the organization’s mission. The successful candidate will oversee budgets, billing, and compliance, with possible statewide duties in Colorado, including supervision of clinical teams and program

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field and active Colorado licensure in good standing (LCSW/LPC/LMFT).
• 5–7 years clinical leadership/supervision experience.
• 3–5 years in youth services or program development.
• At least 1 year in management and supervision.
• Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with database systems and billing.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for clinical services across Colorado programs.
• Oversee clinical operations, compliance, and regulatory adherence.
• Supervise clinical staff and direct service professionals; guide program development.
• Manage budgets, billing, and financial performance to sustain service delivery.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to advance mission; may include statewide duties.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Project management

Flexibility

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Billing & healthcare databases

Job description

Status: Full Time Salary

FLSA Classification:Exempt

Annual Salary: $75,000-88,550

Summary of the Position: Program Director provides strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and operational management for all clinical services within the Colorado programs. This role ensures high-quality, trauma-informed, and evidence-based care for participants while maintaining compliance and regulatory standards, licensing requirements, and best practices.

Program Director supervises clinical staff, direct service professionals, guides program development, and collaborates with internal and external partners to advance the organization’s mission.

In addition to the summary above position may include Program Director (Statewide) duties that includes being responsible for the overall administration and oversight of all assigned program(s) within Colorado including supervision and guidance to clinical and program staff. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the provision of participant services, personnel management, and budget management. Ensuring staff adhere to current job descriptions and professional standards, providing direct supervision to staff, and ensuring overall budget is met, documentation follows regulations, and all billing and collections are managed effectively and efficiently. In addition to clinical oversight, the Director manages program budgets, monitors billing and collections, and ensures responsible fiscal performance to support sustainable service delivery.

This role offers licensed clinicians the opportunity to directly shape program operations and clinical practice in Denver and El Paso while influencing statewide service direction and growth.

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related is required.



• Must be a licensed practitioner with a valid active license in good standing in the State of Colorado as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).



• 5-7 years of experience in clinical experience, including supervision or in a leadership role.


• 3-5 years of experience in youth services, community programs, or program development.


• At least one year of experience in management and supervision


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (O365) (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)


• Knowledge of using various database type systems is helpful.


• Some understanding of insurance and third-party billing is helpful.


• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail


• Bilingual/Spanish Speaking is a plus.


• Flexibility in hours and non-traditional work hours, may work some evenings or weekends


• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance coverage required.


• Must be able to travel throughout the service area to homes, schools, and in community.

Benefits Available:

• Medical/Prescription


• Dental


• Vision


• Short Term Disability


• UNUM Supplemental Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Pet Insurance


• Paid time off


• Holiday Pay


• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.


• Weekly Pay


• Direct Deposit

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics

Posting Closes: October 23, 2026