Program Director

Herkimer, New York

Our client is seeking a dynamic and visionary Program Director to lead the development and oversight of a new Intensive Crisis Stabilization Center (ICSC). This role is a unique opportunity to build a program from the ground up, shaping its structure, culture, and systems to ensure a lasting impact on community mental health. The Program Director will provide both clinical and administrative leadership, ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented services aligned with state and local regulations.

 CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

•       Lead the development and launch of the Intensive Crisis Stabilization Center, building program structure, staffing, policies, and procedures from the ground up.
•        Provide clinical and administrative leadership to daily operations, ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed, and integrated care.
•          Recruit, train, and supervise a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
•          Collaborate with medical and psychiatric staff to ensure coordination of care, including medication-assisted and telepsychiatry services.
•          Oversee program compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement efforts aligned with OMH, OASAS, and DOH standards.
•          Build and maintain community partnerships with hospitals, law enforcement, and other key stakeholders.
•          Prepare required reports, manage audits, and ensure accurate documentation.
•          Represent the program at community meetings and public forums.
•          Support grant writing, special initiatives, and effective use of electronic health records and technology systems.
•          Maintain professional licensure and adherence to all agency and regulatory policies.

 REQUIERMENTS:

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in mental health, substance use, or crisis stabilization settings.
• At least three (3) years of experience in program management or clinical operations oversight, and one (1) year in supervisory leadership.
• Licensed LCSW, LMSW, PhD, or PsyD in New York State, preferred
• Proven ability in program design, strategic planning, and start-up development.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and build effective teams and systems from inception.

 BASE SALARY RANGE: $80,000 - $85,000

M3 Placement and Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.