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ACT Director
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ACT Director
role at
Vivia
Base Pay Range $100,000.00 / yr – $120,000.00 / yr
Bring hope, stability, and recovery directly to people’s doorsteps.
At Vivia Health, we’re reimagining community mental health.
Our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program pairs licensed clinicians, nurse practitioners, case managers, and peer specialists to deliver mobile, wraparound services that meet people where they are — in their homes, neighborhoods, and communities.
We’re looking for a strategic, compassionate clinical leader to guide this work and shape the future of intensive community care in Chicago.
Are you a LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent with strong leadership skills and a passion for recovery-oriented, field-based care? Then, you belong here at Vivia!
About the Role The Director of ACT Services leads a multidisciplinary team serving adults with serious mental illness — many navigating co-occurring conditions, housing instability, or justice involvement.
You’ll lead with both heart and rigor, ensuring clinical excellence, operational smoothness, and fidelity to the ACT model while building lasting partnerships across Chicago’s systems of care.
In This Role, You Will What You’ll Do
Provide clinical oversight across case managers, therapists, nurses, and peer specialists
Lead daily coordination meetings to manage risk, review cases, and assign priorities
Maintain fidelity to ACT standards — ensuring balanced caseloads and proactive outreach
Approve treatment plans and guide interdisciplinary care coordination
Respond to crises and oversee safety planning and de-escalation practices
Strengthen community partnerships (hospitals, housing, courts, detox programs, etc.)
Track outcomes like engagement, hospitalization rates, and housing stability
Ensure compliance with Medicaid, grants, and documentation standards
Provide training in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing
Champion a culture of equity, inclusion, and recovery
What You Bring
Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
Active Illinois license (LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent preferred)
5–7 years’ experience with adults with serious mental illness
3+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
Knowledge of ACT model, Medicaid billing, and integrated care
Strong clinical judgment, leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Familiarity with IM+CANS and EHR systems (Athena preferred)
Bonus if You’re
Certification in DBT, CBT, Harm Reduction, or Trauma-Informed Care
Experience with forensic, homeless, or co-occurring populations
Bilingual ability and cultural responsiveness to Chicago’s diverse communities
Why Join Vivia Health?
Lead Impactful Work – Guide a gold-standard ACT program and drive real change in Chicago
Mission-Driven Team – Collaborate with passionate clinicians and visionary leaders
Professional Growth – Access CEUs, clinical supervision, and leadership mentorship
Supportive Culture – Inclusive, values-aligned environment where your voice matters
Details
Location: Clinics and field sites across Chicago
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Annual professional development stipend
401(k) with employer match
Supportive, flexible workplace culture
Ready to lead a team that changes lives every day? Join Vivia Health and help us build a more equitable, community-based mental health system—one person at a time.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vivia by 2x
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ACT Director
role at
Vivia
Base Pay Range $100,000.00 / yr – $120,000.00 / yr
Bring hope, stability, and recovery directly to people’s doorsteps.
At Vivia Health, we’re reimagining community mental health.
Our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program pairs licensed clinicians, nurse practitioners, case managers, and peer specialists to deliver mobile, wraparound services that meet people where they are — in their homes, neighborhoods, and communities.
We’re looking for a strategic, compassionate clinical leader to guide this work and shape the future of intensive community care in Chicago.
Are you a LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent with strong leadership skills and a passion for recovery-oriented, field-based care? Then, you belong here at Vivia!
About the Role The Director of ACT Services leads a multidisciplinary team serving adults with serious mental illness — many navigating co-occurring conditions, housing instability, or justice involvement.
You’ll lead with both heart and rigor, ensuring clinical excellence, operational smoothness, and fidelity to the ACT model while building lasting partnerships across Chicago’s systems of care.
In This Role, You Will What You’ll Do
Provide clinical oversight across case managers, therapists, nurses, and peer specialists
Lead daily coordination meetings to manage risk, review cases, and assign priorities
Maintain fidelity to ACT standards — ensuring balanced caseloads and proactive outreach
Approve treatment plans and guide interdisciplinary care coordination
Respond to crises and oversee safety planning and de-escalation practices
Strengthen community partnerships (hospitals, housing, courts, detox programs, etc.)
Track outcomes like engagement, hospitalization rates, and housing stability
Ensure compliance with Medicaid, grants, and documentation standards
Provide training in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing
Champion a culture of equity, inclusion, and recovery
What You Bring
Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
Active Illinois license (LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent preferred)
5–7 years’ experience with adults with serious mental illness
3+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
Knowledge of ACT model, Medicaid billing, and integrated care
Strong clinical judgment, leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Familiarity with IM+CANS and EHR systems (Athena preferred)
Bonus if You’re
Certification in DBT, CBT, Harm Reduction, or Trauma-Informed Care
Experience with forensic, homeless, or co-occurring populations
Bilingual ability and cultural responsiveness to Chicago’s diverse communities
Why Join Vivia Health?
Lead Impactful Work – Guide a gold-standard ACT program and drive real change in Chicago
Mission-Driven Team – Collaborate with passionate clinicians and visionary leaders
Professional Growth – Access CEUs, clinical supervision, and leadership mentorship
Supportive Culture – Inclusive, values-aligned environment where your voice matters
Details
Location: Clinics and field sites across Chicago
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Annual professional development stipend
401(k) with employer match
Supportive, flexible workplace culture
Ready to lead a team that changes lives every day? Join Vivia Health and help us build a more equitable, community-based mental health system—one person at a time.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vivia by 2x
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