Director, Community Housing

Heritage Behavioral Health Center•Decatur, IL

1d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Heritage Behavioral Health Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Director to provide leadership and managerial oversight for our Community Housing programs. These programs focus on supporting individuals with a mental health and/or substance use diagnosis to live as independently as possible in community-based settings. The Clinical Director is a working leader — actively engaged alongside program teams while providing the clinical and administrative direction needed to ensure high-quality, person-centered care. Programs under the Clinical Director's oversight include: Integrated Housing, Carrie Lane Supportive Housing, Timari Court Group Home, Clay Street Group Home, Prairie Street Group Home.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
Valid driver's license, reliable means of transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple programs and with diverse staff teams
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses, including co-occurring disorders
Strong knowledge of community resources and social service systems, with the ability to connect clients to appropriate services
Knowledge of case management techniques and healthcare systems (psychiatric, substance use, medical, and related services)
Ability to meet individuals where they are in their recovery in a non-judgmental and compassionate manner
Strong leadership, supervisory, and team collaboration skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity, uncertainty, and organizational change
Proficiency in electronic health records and documentation systems
Ability to think clearly and logically in high-risk, emotional, or potentially dangerous situations
Ability to provide timely and responsive communication to supervisors, staff, clients, and partners
Proficiency in computer and Microsoft Office skills

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain LPC or LSW preferred
Current licensure as an LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent
Ability to obtain licensure as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) or LSW (Licensed Social Worker)
Experience providing supervision to paraprofessional or direct care staff
Background in community-based mental health, supportive housing, or residential care programs

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and administrative supervision and oversight to Program Managers and team members across all community housing programs
Lead staff development and training with an emphasis on trauma-informed care, person-centered care, whole-person care, and illness management and recovery
Support assessment, treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and care coordination as a working clinical leader
Ensure all clinical activities are compliant with organizational standards, policies, and procedures
Oversee data management, including weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting and monitoring of performance measures and funder-established standards
Monitor staffing needs and participate in hiring and orientation of new staff
Facilitate client referral and linkage to programs
Attend Heritage program meetings to support collaborative care
Lead and participate in community-based meetings
Coordinate communication and service provision with area providers
Build and maintain relationships with community partners to support linkage within the service area