• Job Description

  Req#: 90600

  About Us:
  Children’s Square USA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving youth and families in crisis. Our programs offer a full continuum of care, including residential treatment, outpatient therapy, and community-based services. We are a 24/7 facility committed to providing trauma-informed, evidence-based behavioral health care.

  Job Purpose:
  The Director of Behavioral Health Services provides clinical leadership and oversight of behavioral health programming across residential, outpatient, and community-based services. This role collaborates closely with leadership and direct care staff to ensure compliance, quality care, and positive outcomes for youth and families.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and guide treatment programming to meet licensing, contractual, and accreditation standards.
  • Supervise and support behavioral health staff, including hiring, onboarding, caseload assignments, and performance management.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to master’s level clinicians pursuing professional licensure.
  • Ensure the use of evidence-based practices and monitor program fidelity.
  • Operate within established financial parameters and participate in budgetary planning.
  • Lead interdisciplinary team meetings and review critical incidents.
  • Review and approve treatment plans and progress reports.
  • Provide staff training on clinical practices and compliance with standards.
  • Maintain strong relationships with Medicaid, managed care organizations, private insurers, and referral agencies.
  • Collaborate with community providers to support program development and enhance service delivery.
  • Analyze data and oversee performance quality improvement initiatives.

  Additional Duties:

  • Provide direct services as needed.
  • Participate in programmatic on-call rotation.
  • Complete required training and development.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
  • Current Iowa licensure (LISW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent).
  • Minimum of two years of supervisory or clinical experience in behavioral health, residential, or foster care settings.
  • Experience with evidence-based treatment, Medicaid, managed care, and juvenile court systems preferred.
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and ability to work within electronic health records and data systems.
  • Ability to move around campus and travel as required.
  • Valid driver’s license and insurance meet agency standards.

  Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

  • Work primarily in office and residential settings with some travel required.
  • Flexible schedule with some evenings/weekends.
  • You must be able to hear, see, talk, and move within varied environments, including those that may be stressful or emotionally intense.

  Join Us:
  Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Apply today to be part of a mission-driven team at Children’s Square USA!

  Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Cancer and Intensive Care Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • New Child Leave
  • Unpaid Leave
  • Family and Medical Leave
  • Retirement Program
  • Tax Sheltered Annuity
  • Employee Assistance Program

• About the company

  Children’s Square is a private, non-profit organization that cares for children and families in need, we can help your child.

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