Program Director - Counseling Centers at Carbon Valley/Ft. Lupton

NORTH RANGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH•Firestone, CO

44d•$78,500 - $125,535•Onsite

About The Position

At the Counseling Centers at Carbon Valley and Fort Lupton, the belief is that mental health care is for everyone, not just during times of crisis, but as a foundation for growth, resilience, and lifelong well-being. Clinicians play a meaningful role in empowering individuals, couples, and families to become their best selves. The centers proudly serve clients across the lifespan, from children and adolescents to adults and geriatric populations, offering compassionate, inclusive care tailored to each stage of life. The integrated, team-based approach includes individual, family, and couples counseling, group therapy, medication management, early childhood development education and assessment, and outpatient substance use treatment. Together, these services support whole-person wellness and promote lasting recovery for clients and the community served. The Program Director provides leadership and oversight of program operations, including planning, staffing, and service delivery. This role leads program development and change initiatives, supports staff through supervision and professional development, ensures fiscal and grant accountability, and when needed, provides direct clinical services to individuals with mental health and substance use needs. This position includes eligibility for a monthly performance bonus.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in psychology, social work, or other behavioral health discipline from an accredited college or university.
Active Colorado clinical license(s) (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT).
At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience in the behavioral health field, including program development, implementation, or administration.
Demonstrated ability to lead people or manage projects of organizational significance; clinical supervision and/or management experience.
A valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
Can successfully complete pre-employment screening, including background check, fingerprinting, and drug and TB testing.

Responsibilities

Lead and evolve the program strategy by setting goals, strengthening existing services, and developing new initiatives to meet the changing needs of the clients and the community.
Provided day-to-day operational leadership, ensuring policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety standards are clearly communicated, implemented, and upheld.
Use data and reporting to evaluate service quality, capacity, and outcomes, and to inform continuous improvement and decision-making.
Ensure high-quality program performance, including compliance, documentation standards, fidelity measures, revenue targets, and overall service effectiveness.
Foster a collaborative, compassionate team culture by modeling agency values and supporting staff engagement, accountability, and professional growth.
Hire, onboard, supervise, and coach staff; conduct performance evaluations and address performance or conduct concerns in a timely and supportive manner.
Oversee staff training related to clinical practice, documentation, coding, and fiscal responsibilities, serving as a resource and mentor to the team.
Manage program finances, including budget planning, fiscal oversight, cost control, and revenue optimization.
Collaborate across departments and with executive leadership to support clinical planning, service delivery, and cross-agency initiatives; communicate emerging issues and regulatory changes.
Build and maintain strong community partnerships, serve as program spokesperson, and support outreach, networking, and interagency collaboration.
Respond to client, caregiver, and community concerns, supporting staff in resolving complex situations and improving the overall client experience.
As needed, provide direct clinical services, including assessments, crisis response, and documentation within scope of practice.