Clinical Program Director

South County Mental Health Center

Delray Beach, FL

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Accreditation Standards, Administrative Skills, Behavioral Health, Business Strategy, Case Management, Clinical Monitoring, Communication Skills, Community Health, Electronic Medical Records, Federal Grants, Forensic Science, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Quality, Leadership, Medical Record System, Microsoft Office, Nonprofit, Office Equipment, Operational Improvement, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Physical Demands, Project/Program Management, Provider Credentialing, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Service Delivery, Social Work, Staff Development, Strategic Planning

LOCATION

Delray Beach, FL

POSTED

1 day ago

Clinical Program Director

Position Summary
South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking an experienced and strategic Clinical Program Director to oversee outpatient and community-based behavioral health programs, including therapy, case management, forensics, residential services, Navigate, and psychosocial rehabilitation programs. This senior leadership role is responsible for supervising clinical operations, improving service delivery, ensuring contractual and quality outcomes, and supporting the organization’s mission of accessible, high-quality behavioral healthcare.

About Us
South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related human services field meeting licensure requirements under F.S. 490 or 491
Current Florida licensure as a practitioner under F.S. 491
Minimum five (5) years of behavioral healthcare administration experience
Minimum two (2) years of senior management experience (CEO, COO, Program Director, or equivalent)
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in Trauma-Informed Care and/or Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC)
Experience with state and federal grant processes
Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and behavioral healthcare regulations
Experience overseeing multi-program behavioral health operations

Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical & Program Oversight

Certification in Trauma-Informed Care and/or Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC)
Experience with state and federal grant processes
Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and behavioral healthcare regulations
Experience overseeing multi-program behavioral health operations

Strategic Planning & Quality Improvement

Certification in Trauma-Informed Care and/or Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC)
Experience with state and federal grant processes
Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and behavioral healthcare regulations
Experience overseeing multi-program behavioral health operations

Leadership & Community Collaboration

Certification in Trauma-Informed Care and/or Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC)
Experience with state and federal grant processes
Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and behavioral healthcare regulations
Experience overseeing multi-program behavioral health operations

Administrative & Operational Duties

Monitor program outcomes, staffing, and operational performance
Maintain working knowledge of Florida statutes and behavioral health regulations
Assist with grant-related activities and reporting requirements
Support communication between clients, providers, and community partners as needed

Core Competencies

Monitor program outcomes, staffing, and operational performance
Maintain working knowledge of Florida statutes and behavioral health regulations
Assist with grant-related activities and reporting requirements
Support communication between clients, providers, and community partners as needed

Physical Demands

Primarily sedentary work with occasional standing, walking, and community travel
Ability to operate computers and standard office equipment
May require responding to crisis situations or attending community meetings

Working Conditions

Professional outpatient and community behavioral health environment
Frequent interaction with staff, leadership, clients, and community stakeholders
Standard business hours with flexibility based on organizational needs

Performance Standards
Performance will be evaluated based on:

Achievement of program and contractual outcomes
Quality and effectiveness of clinical operations
Compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
Leadership and staff development effectiveness
Organizational improvement and strategic initiative outcomes
Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Schedule & Work Details
Full-Time Position
Schedule: Monday – Friday (hours may vary based on organizational needs)
Location: In-person (Delray Beach, FL)
Pay: $125,000 annual

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Life and long-term disability coverage
Voluntary benefit options
401(k) with employer match

Additional Information
Background check required
Drug-free workplace
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Apply now.

Because of the work we do in the community, a full background check is required for all staff.

We are a drug free employer.

South County Mental Health Center, Inc is an EOE.

About the Company

South County Mental Health Center

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