Assistant Director, Four County

OhioGuidestone•Defiance, OH

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About The Position

The Assistant Director provides comprehensive oversight and leadership of department operations and OhioGuidestone’s Four County locations. The home base may be the Bryan, Defiance, or Napoleon office. The role oversees departmental operations, fiscal management, program development and delivery, quality and regulatory compliance, and service expansion across multiple sites. It also provides clinical consultation and crisis management as needed, supports promotional efforts, maintains a small direct-service caseload when needed, and advocates for clients’ access to services and supports. The Assistant Director leads, coaches, and mentors direct reports, promotes accountability and a team-based culture of belonging, and represents the agency positively in internal and external interactions.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Service or a related field.
LISW, LPCC, or LIMFT license with supervisor designation.
Experience in nonprofit, medical, mental health, or social work fields with diverse staff.
At least 3 years of experience managing direct reports.
Strong judgment and discretion, interpersonal communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
Knowledge of Ohio licensing and related laws, grant writing, healthcare, and in-home therapy.
Knowledge of OHMAS, ODH standards, and other external organizations, regulations, and criteria related to Case Management.
Strong organization and prioritization skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation.
Computer literacy, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records.
Ability to access work locations, offices, and homes, which may require ascending or descending stairs.
Valid Ohio driver’s license, safe driving record, and valid insurance.
Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing, background checks, and any other required assessments such as a physical examination and TB test.
Flexibility to work days, evenings, and/or weekends as desired to meet client needs.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate OhioGuidestone’s values and guiding principles, maintaining high standards of excellence, integrity, and ethics.
Manage and coordinate departmental operations, including staff training, policy development, and compliance with organizational standards.
Oversee fiscal management of assigned programs, including budget development, monitoring, documentation, billing compliance, and responsible resource use.
Develop and implement program plans, goals, and outcome measures aligned with strategic initiatives and community needs.
Ensure service delivery meets internal, contractual, regulatory, and accreditation standards, adapting services as requirements evolve.
Interpret and support agency policies, implement industry best practices, and ensure quality outcomes across assigned programs.
Direct the expansion, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs across multiple sites.
Provide clinical consultation and crisis management as needed.
Support promotional efforts to increase awareness of programs and services.
Maintain a small caseload of individual, group, or family direct services as needed.
Advocate for clients and help ensure access to services and supports during and after program involvement.
Lead, coach, and mentor direct reports; uphold departmental performance standards and accountability.
Promote positive leadership, teamwork, and a culture of belonging.
Represent the agency positively in interactions with internal and external contacts.
Maintain timely and relevant documentation.
Work flexibly and take on additional responsibilities as requested or required.

Benefits

Opportunity to earn a monthly bonus on select clinical/therapist and BHS roles only.
Competitive medical benefits, including a low-premium medical plan option for employees or employees plus children.
Free CEU trainings.
10 paid holidays, some exchangeable.
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance.
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, roles, intern-to-hire arrangements, and locations.
401(k) with employer match option.
Mileage reimbursement.
Free licensure supervision.
Recognition and rewards.
Fingerprint background screening, physical examination, TB test, and drug screen are covered by the employer after an employment offer.