Manager of Community Mental Health

Build Inc•Chicago, IL

16d•$71,780 - $74,000•Hybrid

About The Position

BUILD, Inc. (Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development) is seeking a committed, self-motivated, and innovative Manager of Community Mental Health (MCMH). BUILD is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization based on Chicago’s West Side, dedicated to saving lives and mentoring young people in challenged neighborhoods since 1969. The MCMH oversees the day-to-day operations of BUILD’s Community Mental Health Program, including clinical supervision, grant compliance, and budget management. This role reports directly to the Director of Clinical and Community Wellness and is responsible for supervising a team of master’s-level clinicians, ensuring high-quality service delivery, maintaining partnerships, and supporting the mental health needs of youth and families impacted by trauma, violence, and systemic inequities. The manager plays a key role in aligning program outcomes with agency goals and ensuring compliance with organizational and funder requirements.

Requirements

Masters Degree in Psychology or related field
Clinical license (LCPC/LCSW) or similar
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with inner-city youth/families.
Experience working with vulnerable populations, including individuals experiencing poverty, homelessness, or unemployment.
Ability to operate professionally in the field on a flexible schedule.
Self-motivated leader with strong organizational and communication skills.
Demonstrates good judgment, integrity, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
Knowledgeable in agency theories, methodologies, and best practices.
West Side residents are strongly encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of master’s level clinicians.
Support the clinical team in addressing mental health/substance abuse needs of high-risk youth and families through: Ongoing training of staff to identify mental health/substance abuse issues and provide front-line support, and In-field support and consultation.
Manage the Community Mental Health Program, including grant deliverables, staff supervision, and budget oversight.
Integrate and maintain program quality with productivity standards and systems.
Respond to funders or other constituents on matters related to direct service practices.
Maintain relationships with partners, including schools, government agencies, and community organizations.
Submit required documentation, including assessments, evaluations, and progress reports.
Participate in and encourage agency-wide fundraising events.
Supervise, evaluate, support, and manage staff, making recommendations on agency personnel practices and policies.
Ensure all staff receive orientation and ongoing training per organizational standards.
Supervise clinical interns in accordance with program requirements.
Assist in preparing program funding proposals, budgets, and related reports.
Monitor budgets and ensure spending aligns with program goals and grant requirements.
Other work-related duties or tasks as directed by supervision.