Program Manager- Adult mental health- full license req'd LMSW, LPC, LLP, LP

The Guidance Center • Southgate, MI

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About The Position

The Guidance Center is hiring a Program Manager for its Adult Behavioral Health Program. The role is responsible for the administrative and clinical functioning of adult behavioral health programs, including staff orientation, training, clinical supervision, and administrative functions needed to deliver services to participating adults. The manager also conducts community liaison activities to establish and maintain effective partnerships and needs a working understanding of how different funding-source requirements apply to specific programs and projects.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a mental health profession.
• At least one year of experience evaluating and treating adults with mental illness.
• Meet Qualified Mental Health Professional criteria under current certification standards for adult programs within 120 days of hire.
• At least one year of experience supervising mental health programs serving adults with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
• Hold a Certified Advanced Addictions Counselor credential or be eligible for approval of a professional development plan through MCBAP within 30 days of hire.
• Possess and maintain appropriate State of Michigan certification and/or licensure.
• Some experience with program development and program evaluation.
• Valid driver’s license and favorable driving record.
• Use a nonjudgmental approach reflecting cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse experiences and needs of individuals and families.
• Ability to engage and maintain therapeutic relationships and develop collaborative relationships with agency staff and community partners.
• Ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems.
• Effective interpersonal communication and organizational skills, with flexibility, patience, and creativity.
• Ability to appropriately handle crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administrative and clinical functioning of adult behavioral health programs.
• Orient, train, and clinically supervise staff.
• Perform administrative functions necessary for delivering services to adults enrolled in the programs.
• Conduct community liaison activities to establish and maintain effective partnerships.
• Understand and apply funding-source requirements to specific programs and projects.

Benefits

• Affordable medical plans
• Employer-paid dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent-care expenses
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• Licensed supervision
• Eligibility for biweekly incentives
• Team-oriented work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager