Assistant Director, School Based Services

Job Description:

Job Title: Assistant Director, School-Based

Location: Quincy, IL

Department: School Based Services Illinois

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM

As our organization continues to grow and expand School‑Based services to meet the needs of students and families, we are excited to introduce this new leadership role!

Job Summary:

The School-Based Assistant Director is a licensed mental health professional who provides direct clinical services while also supervising and developing a team of School Based Clinical Providers. This role maintains an active caseload and delivers services in schools and client homes, while ensuring high‑quality care, regulatory compliance, and strong team performance.

This position offers a unique opportunity to balance hands‑on clinical work with leadership, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and the clinicians who serve them. If you are passionate about mentoring others and delivering community‑based care where it matters most, we encourage you to apply.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO
• Competitive Pay: $70,000–$85,000 (based on licensure & experience)
• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements
• NHSC approved - eligible site for tax-free student loan assistance
• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**
• Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care
• Health & Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage Reimbursement (When applicable)

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical & Caseload Responsibilities

• Carry and manage an assigned clinical caseload, providing direct services to children and adolescents.
• Provide individual, group, family, and other therapeutic counseling services in school‑based, home‑based, and community settings, utilizing evidence‑based practices.
• Participate in client staffing to assess needs, identify problems, and develop individualized treatment plans aligned with client goals.

Supervision & Leadership

• Provide clinical supervision to School Based Providers, including regularly scheduled individual supervision and team meetings.
• Support supervisees in effective time management in accordance with DMH standards and departmental expectations.
• Review clinical documentation for quality, accuracy, and compliance; provide feedback and corrective action as needed.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training of clinical staff, including interviews and staff development activities.
• Foster a culture of professional growth, accountability, collaboration, and continuous quality improvement.

Program & Administrative Oversight

• Provide leadership across department operations, including development and implementation of school‑based programs and services.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and organizational standards.
• Ensuring all required staff training has been completed and documented.
• Report critical incidents and staff responses to the Assistant Director or Director in a timely manner.
• Review and approve travel vouchers, ensuring mileage is appropriate and medically necessary.
• Function in accordance with Centerstone Operational Guidelines and applicable professional codes of ethics.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health field, or a licensed professional with post‑licensure mental health experience.
• Must possess an active mental health license in the state of practice (IL).
  • IL: Fully or independently licensed clinician (e.g., LCSW, LCPC, or Clinical Psychologist)

Additional Qualifications:

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to build trust and foster positive relationships with team members and clients

New to Quincy?
In partnership with the Great River Economic Development Foundation (GREDF), we’re pleased to introduce the Quincy Concierge Program for newcomers and returnees to the Quincy and Adams County area. This program helps new residents connect with locals, discover community resources, enjoy community tours, and participate in quarterly events. To learn more, visit www.Quincyscalling.com.

Illinois Notice
As part of our talent review process, we may utilize technology that helps organize applicant information. This includes AI‑assisted tools that support our team by reviewing and sorting resumes in relation to the experience and qualifications connected to each role. These tools assist our recruiters, but all hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.