Program Director - Mental Health

CRF – Celebrating 45 Years of Excellence in Behavioral Health Services in San Diego County!

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Are you excited about creating a collaborative, supportive work environment for your team of dedicated mental health professionals? Crossroads Family Center has an opening for a Program Director. The team includes mental health clinicians, counselors, case managers, peer specialists, and an administrative support team to help people change their lives for the better.

Hours: This is a salaried, non-exempt position. Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm; Tuesdays, 9:30 am – 7:00 pm; Wednesdays, 10:30 am – 8:00 pm, Fridays, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Salary: $118.750 to $125,000 per year

Education: Master’s degree or Doctoral degree in a mental health-related field, such as Psychology, Social Work or Counseling required

Licensure: Current license or expected to obtain license within 90 days as a LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) or Licensed Psychologist with the California Board of Psychology required

Benefits:

• 19 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
• Free training and CEUs
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options; vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Opportunities for advancement and growth

As the Program Director, you will:

Manage and be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the assigned program, to include staff management, client care, and quality assurance and control.

• Provide overall management and coordination of all program operations and services.
• Oversee all interviewing/selection, training, and performance management of program employees
• Provide clinical training and guidance
• Provide management and supervision of: service delivery and client care; contract compliance according to County and State regulations; budget monitoring; employees and consultants; staff training and development; and quality control and safety procedures.
• Oversee all admissions to the program and coordinates care with other mental health providers and community resources.
• Serve as a representative and liaison within the community providing outreach and education regarding program services.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• 2 years of direct work experience in a child, youth and family behavioral health or community-based social services program
• Experience working with children and youth with a Severe Emotional Disturbance
• Experience in a management level position strongly preferred
• Experience with employee management
• Strong clinical skills and an ability to manage high stress and fast-paced environments
• Ability to lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams
• A valid California driver’s license in good standing, personal vehicle, and proof of insurance are required to fulfill the essential functions of this position
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

Our Child, Youth and Family Outpatient Programs (Crossroads Family Center, Douglas Young Youth and Family Services, Mobile Adolescent Services Team, and Nueva Vista Family Services) provide a full continuum of behavioral health services for children, youth, and their caregivers. Services include individual therapy; family and group therapy; psychiatric assessment and medication support services; case management; rehabilitation services; crisis intervention; co-occurring treatment for substance use, social media-related concerns, and Autism Spectrum Disorder; as well as school, field, and home-based services.

Our programs provide accessible, walkin assessment services designed to support children, adolescents, and their caregivers. Our team uses evidencebased, developmentally informed practices to help young people build resilience, strengthen emotional wellbeing, and achieve meaningful goals within the context of their family and community.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County’s residents including children, teens, and families who are experiencing mental or behavioral health challenges. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and familycentered environment that supports growth, learning, and collaboration. As Program Director, you will guide a dedicated multidisciplinary team, foster innovative approaches to care, and help ensure that young people and their families receive the compassionate, effective support they need to thrive.

If you need assistance completing the application, please send an email to CRFCareers@comresearch.org

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Program Director