Director - Behavioral Health

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago • Full-time • Chicago, IL, US • $67.50k - $72k / year • 1w ago

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives and nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.

Role Overview

The Director - Behavorial Health oversees the full management of Behavioral Health Services including administrative supervision, program planning, fiscal oversight, data-driven quality improvement, timely reporting, budget management, and comprehensive people leadership while directing a team that provides therapeutic counseling and performing additional duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Directly responsible for overall management of Behavioral Health Services, providing administrative supervision, planning, programming, and fiscal management. Oversees team that provides therapeutic counseling services to identified program clients.
Maintains statistical data and reviews data to ensure quality service provision, implements enhancements in programming, and identifies trends and opportunities for program development. Ensures monthly, quarterly, and annual reports are prepared and delivered on time.
Develops, implements, and monitors program budget; makes adjustments as needed in order to maintain fiscal integrity.
Provide effective people leadership by setting clear direction, supporting staff development through training and coaching, actively participating in recruitment and selection, managing performance, addressing staff concerns, and applying appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary to foster a positive and productive work environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.

PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
Lift, push, and pull up to 10 lbs

Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or requirements related to:

Background check
Fingerprinting
FBI/State (Pre-hire), DCFS CANTS; FOR COUNSELING AND EC ONLY: DCFS (post-hire), state sex offender, national sex offender, health registry, OIG

Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum

Master's degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS) in a related field of study 3-5 years relevant experience
Prior experience with program management including supervision of staff and budget oversight.

Preferred

Master's degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS) in a related field of study 5+ years relevant experience
Previous program management of multiple programs and multiple teams. Previous budget oversight of >$1,000,000

Certifications and Licensure

Minimum LCSW/LCPC

Requirements:

Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant Education:
Preferred:MSW
Minimum: Master's Degree

Relevant Experience:
Preferred: 7-10 years of clinical and administrative management experience and 8 years of therapeutic experience with children and youth.
Minimum: 3 years of clinical and administrative management experience and 5 years of therapeutic experience with children and youth.

Certification/Licensure:
Preferred: LCSW/LCPC, CADC
Minimum: LCSW/LCPC

Compensation: $67,500 - $72,000 / year