Assistant Program Director

About Us

Named City and State's Top Place to Work in NY (2025), New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) is a mission-driven mental health leader celebrating over 50 years of excellence. We serve over 15,000 clients each month across four locations and operate the largest mental health clinic in New York State. NYPCC is committed to innovation and Caring for the Community through both in-person and telehealth services. We are proud to be certified as a Platinum Bell Seal organization by Mental Health America—the highest distinction for workplace mental health.

Why Work at NYPCC

• Student loan repayment assistance
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays
• 403B retirement plan with employer match
• Health and wellness events
• Amazing workplace culture

Responsibilities

• Supervise professional and paraprofessional staff to ensure high performance in client care
• Work closely with clinic doctors, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and the clinical practice manager
• Assist with planning and conducting in-service training for staff
• Review case records to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Review clinical and administrative reports with staff, ensuring adherence to agency policies
• Provide individual and group supervision to clinicians as assigned by the Program Director
• Evaluate staff performance and help improve worker quality
• Prepare written evaluations, corrective action plans, and disciplinary actions as required
• Collaborate with doctors, clinical supervisors, and therapists to address clinical challenges and determine treatment plans
• Maintain and review program policies and procedures, ensuring they are up to date and followed
• Provide crisis intervention and assist with client needs as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited school in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling
• Must be licensed by the state of New York in your professional discipline
• SIFI certification and experience supervising interns is a plus
• 4 or more years of post-graduate supervisory experience in a mental health facility
• Able to be on-call during off-hours and weekends by cell phone for consultation as needed
• Outstanding engagement and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities
• Demonstrated professionalism, initiative, and adaptability
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service orientation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude, friendly, and proactive personality
• Passionate about NYPCC’s mission and values

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: Sunday–Thursday (Sundays are onsite).

Pay

Salary: $135,000–$140,000 per year.