Job Summary
The Director of Mental & Behavioral Health oversees mental and behavioral health services for children living in a residential emergency shelter. The director guides clinical assessment, treatment, and individualized care planning while leading the clinical team and supporting effective, coordinated services. The position also carries responsibility for program budgets, regulatory compliance, and participation in an after-hours on-call rotation.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee clinical assessment and treatment for children in the shelter.
- Direct the development and implementation of individualized plans to address each child’s needs.
- Supervise clinical staff and provide direction for their work.
- Coordinate care among multidisciplinary team members.
- Manage program budgets and maintain compliance with applicable licensing standards and contract requirements.
- Take part in the after-hours on-call rotation.
Qualifications
- Hold a relevant clinical license, such as psychiatrist, psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); alternatively, hold a master’s degree in special education and have at least three years of experience.
- Demonstrate the ability to supervise staff and coordinate multidisciplinary care.
- Be able to fulfill the role’s after-hours on-call responsibilities.
