Overview

Description: About Envision UnlimitedFounded in 1948, Envision Unlimited is a nonprofit behavioral health and human services organization serving individuals with mental illness and developmental disabilities across Chicagoland and Central Illinois.We provide:Mental Health Residential ProgramsCommunity Living & Supportive HousingBehavioral Health ServicesCase Management & Employment ServicesFoster Care & Family SupportAssistant Director - Mental Health Residential Programs (LCSW/LCPC/LMFT) Chicago, IL$75,000/yearFull-TimeHigh-Impact Leadership Role in Behavioral HealthEnvision Unlimited is seeking a licensed (or license-eligible) behavioral health leader to join our team as an Assistant Director of Residential Services. This role is ideal for experienced clinicians ready to advance into mental health leadership, program management, and supervision. Role Overview The Assistant Director provides clinical leadership, program oversight, and staff supervision for residential mental health programs, ensuring recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and compliant care delivery.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Key Responsibilities (SEO-Optimized)Leadership & Program ManagementOversee mental health residential programs and daily operationsSupervise behavioral health staff, clinicians, interns, and House ManagersEnsure compliance with DHS, CARF, Medicaid, and Illinois regulationsManage staff scheduling, payroll approvals, and workforce coverageLead hiring, training, onboarding, and performance managementMonitor KPIs, productivity metrics, and program outcomesClinical OversightConduct and oversee mental health assessments, intakes, and treatment planningProvide crisis intervention and risk assessmentsEnsure compliance with clinical documentation standards (EHR/Quantum)Serve as LPHA (Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts)Support case management, discharge planning, and continuity of careCollaboration & GrowthPartner with leadership on program development and quality improvementMaintain program census and coordinate with intake teamsParticipate in clinical supervision, interdisciplinary teams, and committeesPOSITIONS SUPERVISED:Residential Services Staff Why Join Us? Mission-driven nonprofit making a real impactStrong career advancement pathway into Director-level rolesSupport for clinical licensure and professional growthCollaborative, inclusive workplace cultureApply Now Requirements: Master's Degree in: Social Work (MSW)CounselingPsychology or related fieldLCSW, LCPC, or LMFT (or actively pursuing licensure)5+ years of behavioral health / social services experience1+ year of supervisory or leadership experienceExperience with: Mental health residential programs Crisis intervention Medicaid/community mental health settings (highly preferred) Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals:Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPODental and Vision Insurance OptionsCompany paid Life and LTD InsuranceVoluntary plans (Pet insurance, AD&D, Life, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability)11 Paid HolidaysPaid vacation, sick time and personal days403B planIn house training and CEU'sEmployee Assistance NetworkSupport for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)Opportunity for career growth & development Financial & Career Growth403(b) Retirement PlanPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible EmployerTuition Assistance ProgramFree Clinical Supervision for Licensure (LCSW, LCPC, etc.)Licensure Renewal ReimbursementAdditional PerksMileage ReimbursementCell Phone Reimbursement or Company PhoneVoluntary BenefitsCompensation details: 0 Yearly SalaryPI376c1d2cc6a7-6414