Director of Youth Crisis Services

About The Role

As the Program Director overseeing our Monterey County Crisis Programs, you will be at the helm of essential services that provide immediate, high-quality care to youth and families in crisis. Your leadership will ensure that our Mobile Response Team, Crisis Stabilization Unit, and Crisis Residential Services operate smoothly, meet the needs of our clients, and adhere to our core values of strengths-based, family-focused care. You will be responsible for:

• Leading a dedicated team of professionals in delivering compassionate, responsive services.
• Designing systems and strategies to meet program goals and ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Partnering with community stakeholders, county offices, schools, and law enforcement, to create a network of support for those in need.
• Managing the program budget and maintaining financial sustainability.
• Cultivating a culture of safety, collaboration, and ongoing learning within your team.
  
  

Some Of What We Offer

• Starting at $117,192 - $131,192 per year (commensurate with experience) and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• 5 weeks of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan options
• Training stipend, professional development, and yearly scholarship opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement within Seneca’s programs across California and Washington
  
  

Who We Are

At Seneca Family of Agencies, we provide a broad continuum of mental health, education, juvenile justice, and permanency services to youth and families across California and Washington. We are deeply committed to creating inclusive, supportive environments for diverse communities and to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all our practices. Our team is passionate about supporting historically underrepresented populations and making a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve. We are proud to be recognized as one of the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for seven consecutive years and as one of California's top nonprofit providers of specialty mental health services.

Ready to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact? Apply today and take the next step in your leadership career with Seneca Family of Agencies!

Responsibilities

• Work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to oversee the quality and operations of the Monterey County Crisis Programs (Mobile Response Team, Crisis Stabilization Unit, and Crisis Residential).
• Direct the delivery of high-quality client care grounded in Seneca's values, guided by the principles of Unconditional Care, and in adherence to relevant governing standards.
• Perform personnel functions for all staff, including overseeing hiring, professional development, supervision, evaluation, and termination.
• Provide direct supervision of program leadership team and other staff, as assigned.
• Provide leadership to the program staff team, cultivating a program culture that supports safety, engagement, collaboration, and ongoing learning.
• Cultivate effective partnerships with applicable county offices, school districts, law enforcement agencies, and other community providers, and facilitate effective training for partners as requested.
• Plan and maintain the program budget and take action to ensure financial sustainability.
• Conduct outreach to the communities served and solicit feedback for ensuring successful program implementation.
• Manage and analyze in-depth outcomes data and services delivery effectiveness in order to inform service provision and maintain adherence to the service models.
• Develop and conduct agency-wide and community trainings relating to clinical and administrative topics.
  
  

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• This position requires a Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, or a related subject area
• Registered or eligible to register with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences
• Three years of supervisory experience in a social work, education, direct care, childcare, or youth community care facility setting.
• Prior demonstrated record of providing effective supervision and leadership of diverse program teams.
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies' insurance policy.
  
  

Skills Of An Ideal Candidate

• Strong writing, organizational, presentation, and computer skills.
• Ability to work as part of and facilitate the development of a multi-disciplinary team.
  
  

Schedule

• Full-time, hybrid role.
• Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Some flexibility on evenings and weekends is required
  
  

Benefits

• Starting at $117,192 - $131,192 per year
• Actual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role.
• Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, vision and chiropractic coverage and partially paid premiums for dependents.
• Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance.
• 50% paid premiums for dependents.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan.
• Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.
• Training stipend and professional development opportunities.
• Excellent clinical training, individual and group supervision, and assistance toward licensure.
• Opportunities to develop specialized skills, including clinical supervision and evidence-based practices.
• Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington.
  
  

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