Bilingual ADHD Program Lead

Would you like to join a growing, compassionate team of people who share a vision for a brighter future?  El Futuro is a leading provider of behavioral mental health treatment in North Carolina, specializing in Spanish-speaking individuals. Our mission is to nurture stronger familias to live out their dreams.

El Futuro is seeking a full-time ADHD Program Lead to provide strategic leadership and direct clinical and programmatic service delivery for El Futuro’s ADHD program. This role integrates program design, evaluation, and continuous improvement; supports and supervises staff; and collaborates with internal and community partners to ensure high‑quality, accessible, and effective services that meet the individual needs of children and families.

This is a full-time, in-person position working a regular schedule of 37.5 hours per week, in the Durham Clinic and in school settings; including afternoons to early evening (usually until 6:00pm); with occasional work time in the evening and/or weekends. Must be available for Friday meetings and programmatic events.

The annual salary for this position starts at $55,000.00. El Futuro provides employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability; 403B matching; generous PTO and paid holidays; paid family medical leave; paid parental leave; and stipend and paid time off for professional development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The ADHD Program Lead performs a wide range of functions including, but not limited to the following:

Program Leadership and Development 

• Lead the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of ADHD-related programs and initiatives. 

• Oversee program goals, timelines, and outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and values. 

• Develop and implement program evaluation tools (e.g., logic models, outcome measures). 

• Collaborate with the grants team to support program design, reporting, and funding sustainability. 

Direct Services and Clinical Support 

• Conduct pre-assessment evaluations to determine appropriate care pathways for new patients. 

• Maintain a caseload providing individual coaching to parents and children. 

• Facilitate El Faro, an 8-week, research-based parent education program. 

• Write comprehensive client reports to support continuity and quality of care. 

Staff Supervision and Collaboration 

• Supervise and support ADHD program staff, fostering professional growth and accountability. 

• Participate in cross-disciplinary collaboration with therapists, psychiatrists, and care teams. 

Family, School and Community Engagement 

• Lead outreach and recruitment for El Faro and related family programs. 

• Serve as a liaison with schools to support coordination and advocacy for students and families. 

• Build partnerships with community organizations to extend program reach. 

Education, Training & Public Engagement 

• Develop and deliver trainings such as “Train the Trainer” and parent mentor models. 

• Create educational materials (guides, handouts, videos) for families and educators. 

• Present at conferences, workshops, and community events. 

• Represent the organization through podcasts, media interviews, and public-facing content. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field; Master’s degree preferred.


• Experience in care coordination or similar work, preferably in a mental health or healthcare setting.


• Experience facilitating groups and providing parent/child coaching.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Required: Bilingual in English and Spanish.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.


• Proficient in working autonomously as well as collaboratively in a dynamic, multicultural setting. 


• Skilled in managing multiple tasks and priorities with meticulous attention to detail and organizational proficiency.


• Demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and adaptability to cater to evolving client and organizational needs.


• Alignment with El Futuro’s mission to nurture stronger familias to live out their dreams. 


• Alignment with El Futuro’s values: Calor Humano, Trust, Resilience, Belonging, and Community. 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF EL FUTURO STAFF

• Participate in meetings and organizational related activities as directed by the supervisor, which may include All Staff Meeting, one-on-one meetings, participation on committees, participation in community engagement events, or other activities.


• Play an active role in the continued development of El Futuro’s work via participation in fundraising and other agency-wide activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• In-person role based in Durham Clinic, with occasional remote work.


• Work schedule includes afternoons to early evening (usually until 6:00pm) and availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.


• Some travel required to schools and community settings.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume.

El Futuro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.