Status: Full-Time Salary
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Summary of the Position: Clinical Program Director provides strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and operational management for all clinical services within the program. This role ensures high-quality, trauma-informed, and evidence-based care for participants while maintaining compliance and regulatory standards, licensing requirements, and best practices.
Clinical Director supervises clinical staff, direct service professionals, guides program development, and collaborates with internal and external partners to advance the organization’s mission.
In addition to the summary above position may include Program Director duties that includes being responsible for the overall administration and oversight of all assigned program(s) within an assigned state. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the provision of participant services, personnel management, and budget management. Ensuring staff adhere to current job description, providing direct supervision to staff, and ensuring overall budget is met, documentation follows regulations, and all billing and collections are managed effectively and efficiently. Also includes being responsible for the development of additional programs state-wide and business relationships with state officials
Work Environment: This position primarily operates in office settings but includes fieldwork and community visits as needed.
Availability: The Clinical Program Director may work flexible hours to meet program objectives and participant needs.
Salary: $75,000
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field.
- Must be Licensed Practitioner with valid active license in good standing in their specific state as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
- 5-7 years of clinical experience, including supervisory or leadership roles.
- Program Director Role includes: 3-5 years of experience in youth services, community programs, and/or program development.
- At least 1 year of leadership experience in human services, youth development, child welfare, juvenile justice, behavioral health, education, or related.
- Proven experience in supervising and delivering behavioral health services.
- Background in home and community-based service provision.
- Excellent written and verbal communications
- Proficient with computers and technology relevant to program management.
- Strong leadership abilities and commitment to service excellence.
- CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Behavior Management (MANDT) Certification (preferred)
- Bilingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage required.
Benefits Available:
- Medical/Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Paid time off
- Holiday Pay
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Weekly Competitive Pay
- Direct Deposit
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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Masters - Licensed or better in Social Work or related field
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Licensed Clin Social Work
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Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
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Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
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Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer
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