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Istss

Assistant Director - Mental Health

Istss, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Job Summary We are seeking a motivational and results-driven clinical assistant director with

Clinical license (LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT) . This role provides clinical leadership and operational oversight for a multidisciplinary team supporting individuals transitioning from structured settings into independent living.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical supervision and daily oversight of ACT team members

Ensure quality program delivery in alignment with DHS and CQL standards

Monitor model fidelity and support ACT service expansion

Facilitate staff training, coaching, and development

Oversee intake, screening, and treatment planning (including IM-CANs)

Ensure timely and compliant documentation of services

Participate in on-call rotation and crisis response

Collaborate on strategic planning and community outreach initiatives

Why Join Us?

Be part of a leading community mental health organization

Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

Access to robust clinical training and leadership development

Competitive salary and benefits (healthcare, PTO, retirement plans)

Opportunity to shape services and drive meaningful change

Lead with purpose. Inspire change. Drive recovery.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field

Clinical license (LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT) required

Minimum 3 years of experience in social services, with at least 1 year in a mental health setting

At least 1 year of supervisory or managerial experience preferred

Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Deep understanding of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care

Passionate about housing-first and person-centered service models

Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: 75,000 per year + additional quarterly productivity bonuses

Paid Time Off: 15 Vacation days, 12 paid Holidays, 3 sick days, 3 personal days

Illinois Paid Leave: 40 hours (accrued)

Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement: 403(b) plan

Additional Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Cell phone reimbursement (or use of company phone)

Free clinical supervision for licensure (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)

Reimbursement for professional licensure and renewal fees

Include boutiques of voluntary benefits.

Cell phone allowance as well as annual tuition assistance.

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