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Lead Clinical Program Director - Residential Crisis Services (Missoula, MT)

1/8/2026

The Lead Clinical Program Director is responsible for hiring, training, and supervising staff while ensuring high-quality service delivery. They will also manage budgets and build community partnerships to support families.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
AWARE MISSION: We help people live independent lives. # AWARE is a statewide nonprofit organization that offers quality, community-based support for people with mental health and/or developmental disabilities and families with children ages 0 to 8. We serve all 56 counties in Montana. # AWARE’s goal is to assist individuals and families in making sound life choices. The support we provide allows those we serve to become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. # SERVICES: - We ensure people with mental health and developmental disabilities live in a home of their choice and provide the day-to-day support they need. - We ensure adults and children live successfully in their communities, providing home visits, help in school, assistance with services, psychiatric assessment, and outpatient counseling. - We support children ages 0-8 and their families through Early Head Start, behavioral health services, home visiting, and child care. - We help the adults we serve find fulfilling employment, either through an AWARE program or in the community. - We hire professional, experienced staff to serve the individuals we support, employing more than 800 employees across Montana.
About the Role

Description


If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE.


AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a lead clinical program director.


The support we provide helps the adults, children, and families we serve become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team that is dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. Our strength lies in our culture of care, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to providing unconditional care to those in need.


We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply to join our team at AWARE.



Responsibilities:


Leadership and Management:

• Hiring, training, coaching, and supervising all staff.

• Evaluating staff performance and providing ongoing professional development opportunities.

• Creating and maintaining a positive work environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork.

• Delegating tasks and responsibilities effectively.

• Promoting training that meets team and individual needs.

Program Development and Implementation:

• Ensuring adequate systems in place to maintain highest quality of services to families in compliance with performance Standards.

• Ensuring coordination among components for consistency in service delivery.

• Participate in the monthly vitals process, utilizing program data for continuous quality improvement.

Compliance and Administration:

• Ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations related to programs.

• Managing service area budgets, including allocating funds for staff, supplies, and program operations.

Community Collaboration:

• Building partnerships with local community agencies and organizations to provide comprehensive support services for families.

• Participating in community events and outreach initiatives to promote programs.

• Perform other duties as assigned, which are consistent with the general responsibilities of the position.

• Other duties as assigned.




Excited to join our organization?AWARE lead clinical program director earns $85,000.00 per year.

Requirements


Talents, skills, and abilities:

  • An advanced degree (RN, MS, MA, PhD) in Nursing, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
  • Requires one (1) year direct work experience, along with the willingness and ability to pursue professional licensure as an LCSW, LCPC, or any other such license as recognized and regulated in the State of Montana.
  • As a condition of continued employment - AWARE's Lead Clinical Program Director must pursue and maintain the specific professional clinical license (RN/LCSW or LCPC) and/or professional certification as required by state, federal governing boards, and other such certification boards.
  • A thorough administrative understanding of Mental Health related programs.
  • Interpersonal skills and the ability to provide leadership to a diverse spectrum of professionals and paraprofessionals are significant.
  • Requires skills in oral, written, and interpersonal and necessitates the ability to set goals and to meet them within established standards.




Benefits:

AWARE proudly offers an excellent benefits package, uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, professional growth, and achieving financial security.


AWARE’s benefits include:


  • Quarterly Financial Bonus Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental/Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness programs
  • Generous paid time off

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Key Skills
LeadershipManagementProgram DevelopmentImplementationComplianceAdministrationCommunity CollaborationInterpersonal SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationGoal SettingMental Health ProgramsStaff TrainingBudget ManagementQuality ImprovementProfessional Development
Categories
HealthcareManagement & LeadershipSocial Services
Benefits
Quarterly Financial Bonus ProgramTuition ReimbursementHealth InsuranceDental/Vision Insurance401(k) With Company MatchLife InsuranceWellness ProgramsGenerous Paid Time Off
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