Program Manager- Adult mental health- full license req'd LMSW, LPC, LLP, LP

The Guidance Center; Southgate (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Long-term disability

401(K) with employer contribution

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Licensed supervision

Biweekly incentives

Job summary

The Guidance Center in Kentucky is seeking a Program Manager to lead the administrative and clinical operations of adult behavioral health programs. You will supervise staff, orient new team members, and build strong partnerships with community partners and funding sources.

Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with program requirements, guiding development and evaluation activities, and promoting an inclusive, trauma-informed approach across services, with a competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a mental health field with 1+ year of experience with adults.
• Qualified Mental Health Professional criteria within 120 days of hire.
• Lead a program with supervision experience; 1 year supervising adult services.
• State of Michigan licensure/certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative and clinical functioning of adult behavioral health programs.
• Provide orientation, training, and clinical supervision of staff.
• Establish and maintain effective partnerships with community and funders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Crisis intervention

Education

Masters Degree in mental health field

Job description

Full-time Description

As a recognized leader in our field, The Guidance Center provides a broad range of services that have helped children, adults and families unlock potential and build better lives since 1958. With 25 programs we offer treatment, prevention, growth and education services to more than 15,000 people annually. Together we: Nurture development. Foster resilience. Cultivate well-being.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager to join our team of talented professionals.

We have a market-based compensation structure. The estimated salary for this position will vary based on a candidate's transferable work experience and qualifications. The total compensation includes a comprehensive benefit package of affordable medical plans, employer paid dental, vision and long-term disability, 401(K) with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent, paid time off, 11 paid holidays, licensed supervision and eligibility for biweekly incentives.

As a Program Manager in the Adult Behavioral Health Program, you will be responsible for the following:

• Responsible for the administrative and clinical functioning of the adult behavioral health programs. This will include the orientation, training, and clinical supervision of staff and any administrative functions necessary for the delivery of services to adults who are enrolled in these programs.
• Responsibilities will also include community liaison activities necessary to establish and maintain effective partnerships.
• Must have a working understanding of the requirements of different funding sources as they relate to specific programs and projects.

Requirements

To qualify for this position, you will need the following:

• Masters Degree in one of the mental health professions with one or more years of experience in the evaluation and treatment of adults with mental illness.
• Meet the criteria for Qualified Mental Health Professional consistent with current certification standards for adult programs within 120 days of hire.
• Must have at least one year of experience supervising mental health programs that deliver services to adults with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
• Must have a Certified Advanced Addictions Counselor credential or have the ability to be approved for a professional development plan through MCBAP within 30 days of hire.
• Will possess and maintain appropriate certification and/or licensure with the State of Michigan.
• Must have some experience with program development and program evaluation.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a favorable driving record.
• Additional requirements include: a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individuals and families, the ability to engage and maintain therapeutic relationships, the ability to develop collaborative relationships with agency staff and community partners, and the ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems.
• Must have effective interpersonal communication and organizational skills, and a willingness to be flexible, patient and creative.
• Must have the ability to appropriately handle crisis situations.

The Guidance Center believes that our team members are our most valuable resources, and we invest in them accordingly. We offer our employees a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, a team-oriented work environment and much more!

The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a welcoming place for everyone.