Behavioral Health Program Manager

Lead and oversee mental health and addiction programs within our Behavioral Health Department.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Development & Implementation (10%)

• Design and implement comprehensive health promotion programs aligned with agency goals.
• Conduct needs assessments, research, and data analysis to develop evidence-based strategies.
• Collaborate with community members and organizations to create culturally responsive interventions.
• Integrate traditional knowledge and practices into health promotion initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration (10%)

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members and organizations.
• Facilitate community consultations to ensure programs address local needs.
• Partner with health services and government agencies to advocate for mental health and addiction resources.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness and share best practices.
• Represent the agency at meetings, conferences, and events related to health promotion.

Program Management & Evaluation (20%)

• Lead weekly Case Conference meetings.
• Develop program timelines, work plans, and oversee resource allocation.
• Monitor program activities, evaluate outcomes, and generate reports to assess effectiveness.
• Utilize evaluation findings to refine and sustain programs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of program implementation and outcomes.

Supervision & Team Leadership (50%)

• Oversee and support Mental Health Clinicians, Addiction Counselors, and Psychosocial Case Managers.
• Foster a collaborative, culturally responsive, and professional work environment.
• Conduct performance evaluations, identify training needs, and provide professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with clinical and medical documentation standards through quality assurance reviews.
• Monitor service delivery data, staff caseloads, schedules, and performance metrics.
• Approve staff schedules, disciplinary actions, and annual evaluations.

Other Responsibilities (10%)

• Ensure accurate recording of work hours in the Stratustime System.
• Maintain compliance with agency policies and legal requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on agency needs.

Qualifications & Experience

Must-Have:

• Licensure: Licensed or certified mental health professional registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), including LCSW, LMFT, psychologist, or psychiatrist.
• Management Experience: 2-3 years of supervisory experience, including at least one year post-licensure overseeing a team of mental health/substance abuse clinicians, counselors, and case managers.
• Education: Master's degree in Behavioral Science (MSW, Psychology, MFT).
• Oversight: Ability to supervise Certified/Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADA/LADC).

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Strong leadership, teamwork, and cultural competency.
• Experience working in mission-driven environments.
• Excellent communication, program evaluation, and strategic planning skills.
• Passion for mental health advocacy and community-driven initiatives.