SLS Manager

Aces Management; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Behavioral Health Manager at Aces Management leads outpatient behavioral health services, supervising therapists, counselors, and case managers while ensuring high-quality, client-centered care.

This role emphasizes staff development, clinical oversight, and efficient daily operations, with oversight of assessments, treatment plans, and compliance to standards across programs. Strong leadership and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Active licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent) as required by state regulations.
• 2–4+ years of clinical behavioral health experience with supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision & Support: Supervise and support behavioral health staff; conduct supervision sessions; provide coaching and evaluations; assist onboarding and training.
• Clinical Oversight: Review assessments and treatment plans; guide complex cases; ensure evidence-based practices; support crisis intervention.
• Program Operations: Oversee daily workflow and scheduling; monitor caseloads; implement policies; contribute to program development.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure regulatory/ethical standards; participate in audits and chart reviews; address compliance issues.
• Collaboration & Communication: Liaise between staff and leadership; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams; communicate updates.
• Administrative Responsibilities: Assist reporting and data tracking; support hiring processes; contribute to budgeting awareness.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Clinical practices

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Staff development

Education

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

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Long Beach, CA 90801
Salary Range: $33.80 - $36.00 Hourly

Behavioral Health Manager– Job Description

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Manager provides direct supervision and support to behavioral health staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, client-centered care. This role focuses on staff development, clinical oversight, and day-to-day operations to ensure services are effective, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Staff Supervision & Support

• Supervise and support behavioral health staff, including therapists, counselors, and case managers
• Conduct regular individual and group supervision sessions
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and annual evaluations
• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment

Clinical Oversight

• Review client assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes for quality and compliance
• Provide guidance on complex cases and clinical decision-making
• Ensure use of evidence-based practices in service delivery
• Support staff in crisis intervention and risk assessment

Program Operations

• Oversee daily workflow and staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage
• Monitor caseloads and productivity standards
• Support implementation of program policies and procedures
• Assist in program development and service improvements

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure adherence to all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
• Participate in audits, chart reviews, and quality improvement activities
• Address and resolve compliance issues promptly

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as a liaison between staff and leadership
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical providers and community partners
• Communicate program updates, expectations, and organizational changes to staff

Administrative Responsibilities

• Assist with reporting, documentation, and data tracking
• Support hiring processes, including interviewing and candidate selection
• Contribute to budget awareness and resource management

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
• Active licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent), as required by state regulations

Experience

• 2–4+ years of clinical experience in behavioral health
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Solid understanding of clinical practices and behavioral health systems
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to support and develop staff performance

Work Environment

• Outpatient clinic, community-based program, hospital, or similar setting
• May include occasional evenings or on-call responsibilities

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting, documentation, and computer use
• Ability to respond to urgent or crisis situations as needed