Manager - MDT Forensics

Location: Lake City, Alachua County & Marion County, FL

Salary Range: $78,183 - $83,538 | Full-Time

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role

In this leadership role, you will oversee a dynamic, multidisciplinary team-including clinicians, peer specialists, care coordinators, and medical providers, working together to support individuals at risk of justice system involvement.

You'll drive program strategy, ensure high-quality service delivery, and build strong partnerships with courts, community agencies, and stakeholders. Your leadership will directly impact outcomes such as reduced recidivism, increased access to care, and long-term recovery success.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and supervise a multidisciplinary team delivering wraparound, diversion-focused services 
• Oversee program operations, including planning, implementation, and performance outcomes
• Monitor key metrics such as jail diversion, recidivism reduction, and client independence 
• Ensure compliance with contracts, regulatory standards, and documentation requirements 
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and fiscal accountability for program success 
• Support quality improvement initiatives and drive continuous program enhancement 
• Build and maintain partnerships with courts, community providers, and stakeholders
• Contribute to grant reporting, program development, and strategic planning efforts 
• Mentor and support staff development, engagement, and retention

What We're Looking For

• Active Florida licensure (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or PhD in behavioral health/forensic field) 
• 5 years of clinical and/or administrative experience, including leadership experience 
• Strong knowledge of behavioral health systems and forensic populations 
• Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking, and program management skills
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and build community partnerships

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive Pay & Incentives
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health plans, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Retirement Planning: 403(b) with up to 8% company match after 7 years
• Growth & Development: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources
• Inclusive Culture: Supportive, team-oriented environment with employee events and recognition
• Additional Perks: Cell phone discounts, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more

Make a Difference

Help bring hope and healing to the communities we serve.

Apply today and start your Meridian career

For information on Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.