Program Manager (Team Leader), Community Mental Health Promotion and Support

Family Services of Westchester (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives. With 50 innovative programs, FSW serves 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, New York, here to create hope, restore dignity and connect families with the resources to get back on track.

Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a private, nonprofit, non-sectarian social services agency.

JOB DETAILS:

Family Services of Westchester is looking for a Program Manager (Team Leader), Community Mental Health Promotion and Support, located in Purchase, NY.

POSITION TITLE: Program Manager (Team Leader), Community Mental Health Promotion and Support

STATUS: Full Time

REPORTS TO : Senior Director, Community Health

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Manager (Team Leader), Community Mental Health Promotion and Support oversees the New York State Office of Mental Health’s Community Mental Health Promotion and Support (COMHPS) program. The COMHPS team provides community engagement, mental health wellness promotion individual screenings for mental health conditions, brief counseling, and referrals to licensed mental health professionals, with a focus on populations that are likely to experience inequities and/or challenges in accessing and engaging in mental health care. The services provided by the COMHPS team aim to improve community members’ health outcomes and empower them to become independent and informed consumers of mental and physical health care services. Primary responsibilities include staff management (supervision and training of Community Wellness Specialists), program administration (outreach and service provision in coordination and collaboration with community partners) and data collection and reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises Community Wellness Specialists; provides daily oversight and 1:1 supervision
• Establishes and maintains partnerships with local community-based organizations to provide public education about available servicess
• Coordinates and participates in community activities aimed at supporting mental wellness of participants including groups, faith/spiritual activities, public education and recreational activities
• Reviews screenings conducted by Community Wellness Specialists as well as response/follow-up to results to ensure that screenings are conducted properly and that appropriate referrals and linkages are made
• Completes all required data tracking, reconciliation and analysis activities
• Must have a driver's license and daily access to a car

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

· Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology

EXPERIENCE

· Experience in mental health including conducting screenings and counseling as well as crisis response required

· Experience working within community/mental health/healthcare/social service organizations required

· Staff management experience required

· Community outreach/coordination experience preferred

· Health education experience preferred

· Program management experience preferred

· Grant management experience preferred

· Knowledge of resources in Westchester County a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS

· Must have valid NYS driving license and daily access to car

· Frequent contact with employees, representatives of outside agencies and community members

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Approximately 85% sitting and 15% walking/standing

· Bending and lifting required

· Manual dexterity and regular hours at computer keyboard

There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities. In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b) for full-time employees.

At FSW, we enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that prioritizes our clients and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people across the communities of Westchester, and if the position of Head Start Assistant Teacher speaks to your capabilities, experience and commitment to social service, please submit your resume and cover letter. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or email.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in mental health including conducting screenings and counseling as well as crisis response?
• Do you have a Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology?
• Do you have experience working within community/mental health/healthcare/social service organizations?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Purchase, NY 10577 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000