Lead

Job Details Job Location: Long Beach, CA 90801 Salary Range: $25.00 - $28.00 Hourly Position Summary The Lead Staff is responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services, ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and effective team leadership. This role provides supervision to clinical staff, supports program development, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. In addition to core clinical and leadership responsibilities, this role includes ongoing coordination with the corporate office, participation in organizational meetings, and support with staffing logistics and reporting functions. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership Provide oversight and guidance for behavioral health services, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning Ensure evidence-based practices are implemented across all services Review and monitor clinical documentation for quality, accuracy, and compliance Support crisis intervention and risk management as needed Team Supervision & Development Supervise, mentor, and evaluate behavioral health staff (PSI, DCS, DSP, RBT) Facilitate regular team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervision sessions Identify training needs and coordinate professional development opportunities Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment Program Management Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral health plans Monitor program performance metrics and outcomes Ensure services meet organizational goals and community needs Support quality improvement initiatives Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies Conduct audits and implement corrective actions when necessary Collaboration & Communication Collaborate with medical providers, social services, and external partners Serve as a liaison between behavioral health staff and leadership, including the corporate office Participate in interdisciplinary care planning Attend and actively participate in required corporate meetings, including a minimum of one corporate meeting per week Administrative Duties Assist with staffing, scheduling, and workload management Support call-off coverage coordination, including assisting in identifying appropriate staff coverage as needed Contribute to budgeting and resource allocation Prepare and submit required reports and documentation to corporate leadership, including weekly and monthly reporting related to client care, program performance, and operational metrics Maintain consistent communication with corporate leadership regarding program updates, staffing needs, and client care concerns Qualifications / Education AA degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field preferred Experience 2+ years of experience in behavioral health 1–2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and team management skills Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral health practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage crises and make sound clinical decisions Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities Ability to manage administrative responsibilities, including reporting and coordination with corporate teams Work Environment Clinical or community-based setting (e.g., outpatient clinic, hospital, or nonprofit organization) Requires regular participation in virtual meetings and ongoing coordination with corporate office May require occasional evenings or on-call support #J-18808-Ljbffr Aces Management