Behavioral Health Director Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

Marin Community Clinics, founded in 1972, is today, a multi-clinic network with a wide array of integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty and referral services. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide vital health services to almost 40,000 individuals annually in Marin County. The Clinics regularly receive national awards from the Health Resources and Services Administrations (HRSA). Our Mission is to promote health and wellness through excellent, compassionate care for all.

Our practice focuses on providing health equity among Marin's most vulnerable patients through family-centered, trauma-informed clinical care and case management support. We ask applicants to have familiarity or/and knowledge about Latin culture & race-based stress/trauma work.

As the Director of Training, Behavioral Health Fellowship, you'll have a unique opportunity to design and lead a transformative Fellowship Program that directly impacts the lives of Latinx communities. You will oversee a cutting-edge training curriculum that nurtures the next generation of skilled, culturally-responsive, and trauma-aware clinicians. You'll guide Behavioral Health Fellows, supervise junior practitioners, and partner with our Clinical Programs Director to ensure the curriculum aligns with the latest evidence-based practices.

In this role, you'll empower Fellows to make a lasting impact while building a pipeline of clinicians who reflect and understand the communities we serve. If you're passionate about shaping future leaders in behavioral health and thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Lead, Guide, Inspire:

• Supervise & Mentor: Provide leadership and direct supervision to first and second-year Associates in Social Work (ASWs), Behavioral Health Fellows, and the Clinical Supervisor (LCSW).

• Train & Cultivate: Design and implement an ASW IBH training program that is both comprehensive and aligned with the latest evidence-based practices in integrated behavioral health.

• Elevate Care: Deliver culturally sensitive, trauma-responsive, and evidence-based treatment to patients (adults and children) with mild to moderate behavioral health needs, both in-person and via telehealth platforms.

• Innovate & Refine: Continuously evaluate and update the training program based on feedback, assessments, and performance metrics to ensure it meets the evolving needs of stakeholders.

• Lead Change: Stay at the forefront of integrated behavioral health trends, incorporating new technologies, training methods, and service models that integrate behavioral health into primary care.

Supervision & Development:

• Build Strong Teams: Manage a team of Behavioral Health professionals, including the Clinical Supervisor and junior practitioners, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

• Recruit & Onboard: Collaborate with recruiting teams to attract top talent, participate in interviews, and ensure a smooth onboarding process.

• Empower Staff: Provide regular performance feedback, set clear goals, and ensure team members have the support and resources needed for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with at least 2 years of post-licensure experience in California.

• Experience developing curriculum and delivering mentorship in clinical settings.

• Bilingual in Spanish (required) - you'll be expected to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in Spanish.

• Experience in motivational interviewing and substance use disorder treatment is a plus.

• Comfortable providing care across the lifespan (children, adolescents, adults, elderly) with both mild/moderate behavioral health needs and more complex mental health challenges.

• Familiarity with psychopharmacology is beneficial.

Key Skills:

• A deep understanding of Latinx communities, with expertise in culturally responsive care.

• Proven ability to engage diverse populations, recognizing the unique cultural, social, and historical factors that shape their experiences.

• A track record of providing instruction and mentorship to emerging clinicians, helping them navigate complex clinical and interpersonal situations.

• Comfort in both clinical assessment and case management interventions, especially in a bilingual context.

• Strong communication skills, both in English and Spanish, with the ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from patients, clients, and the public.

Benefits That Matter:At MCC, our benefits are designed with your well-being in mind, offering a competitive package that includes:

• Affordable health insurance, Dental & Vision coverage.

• Student Loan Repayment and Loan Forgiveness options.

• Retirement Plan with employer contributions.

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Personal Days of Celebration.

• Professional Fee Reimbursement, Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement, and much more!

At Marin Community Clinics, every day is an opportunity to change lives. If you're ready to make a lasting impact in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Marin Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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