Director of Mental Health (LCSW)

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement individualized support plans to help clients and families navigate challenges and build resilience
• Monitor and evaluate clients’ progress and modify treatment plans accordingly
• Ensure programs and services are culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate
• Provide leadership and clinical supervision to social work staff and interns, especially in complex client cases
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date treatment records in compliance with professional standards
• Connect clients with community resources and external services as needed
• Identify gaps in available services and advocate for expanded supports
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions as needed
• Offer crisis intervention and support as needed
• Mentor and provide professional development opportunities for team members
• Collaborate across Amigos departments and act as a liaison with public and private agencies

Requirements and Competencies

• Active California state Licensed Clinical Social Worker in good standing
• Strong cultural competency
• Linguistic proficiency in Spanish
• Prioritize at least three years experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Prioritize experience in clinical and employee supervision
• Prioritize experience in Program Development and launching initiatives
• Prioritize experience working in unhoused shelter environments
• Prioritize experience working with immigrants and migrants
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect across diverse populations
• Flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to supporting evolving agency goals

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to supervise and motivate teams while maintaining accountability
• Expert clinical and case management skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and organizational information
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust in diverse communities

Work Schedule & Environment

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, with occasional evenings and weekends
• Based at Amigos’ main office with frequent fieldwork in the East San José community
• Ability to travel locally as needed; valid driver’s license preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Frequent walking during community outreach and house meetings
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (event materials, outreach supplies)

Employment & Compliance Information

• Employment with Amigos de Guadalupe is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice
• Amigos de Guadalupe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity
• Employees must comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and safety requirements, including public health guidelines