Behavioral Services Program Manager

The Behavioral Services Program Manager is responsible for the oversight and operation of the services and programs that support individuals with developmental disabilities, as well as mental health and/or substance use disorders. Those include, but are not limited to, the Emergency Mental Health Crisis Services, Outpatient Clinic, Recovery Court, as well as the Community Support Program (CSP), the Comprehensive Community Services Program (CCS) and the Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS) Waiver Program.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Ensure all requirements of DHS 34, DHS 35, DHS 36, DHS 63, DHS 75, Chapters 51/54/55 and corresponding Medicaid regulations are met and maintained through annual and ongoing reviews and quality assurance processes.
• Responsible for maintaining ongoing communication with the regional and central offices of the State of Wisconsin as consistent with state and federal guidelines.
• Provide supervision and direction of professional staff including case managers, Clinical Therapists, Substance Abuse Counselors, as well as crisis workers.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, training and terminating above-mentioned employees per DHS standards.
• Assist with case reviews, approving assessment and recovery plans, authorizing services/activities in line with available resources, and assuring that a statement authorizing the proposed services is provided to the Director for final approval.
• Provide assessment of mental health treatment needs for persons requesting services; conduct clinical screening interviews; conduct intake assessments as deemed appropriate. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Ensure all requirements of DHS 34, DHS 35, DHS 36, DHS 63, DHS 75, Chapters 51/54/55 and corresponding Medicaid regulations are met and maintained through annual and ongoing reviews and quality assurance processes.
• Responsible for maintaining ongoing communication with the regional and central offices of the State of Wisconsin as consistent with state and federal guidelines.
• Provide supervision and direction of professional staff including case managers, Clinical Therapists, Substance Abuse Counselors, as well as crisis workers.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, training and terminating above-mentioned

age Range: $46.36 - $61.64 Health, dental, vision and life insurance. Wisconsin Retirement System with county match (7.2% for 2026), FSA, Short and Long Term Disability, EAP, Paid time off and paid holidays.

Caregiver background check required.

This full-time position requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Counseling or Community Mental Health with a minimum of 3,000 clinically supervised hours in mental health and/or substance abuse across the lifespan.

Eligible candidates must be licensed through the State of Wisconsin.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience performing the required essential duties and responsibilities as well as at least two (2) years of supervisory experience is preferred. A combination of education and work experience will also be taken into consideration.
• Familiarity with DHS 34, DHS 35, DHS 36, DHS 63 and DHS 75 is beneficial.

Interested candidates can apply online at www.clarkcountywi.gov/employment. Questions can be directed to Breana Guldan, Human Resources Generalist: 715-743-5224.

Clark County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.