Clinical Services Manager -Adult Behavioral Health (ACT)

Mental Health TherapyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80K - $83K

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Chicago, IL 60633Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $83,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Location: 13101 S Baltimore Ave. Chicago, IL 60633 Position Summary: The Clinical Services Manager assists the Executive Director or designee to promote the NYAP mission, vision, and values while providing leadership to the multi-disciplinary team with clinical, case management, and paraprofessionals to provide all year-round team-based intensive community-based treatment that supports our Adult Behavioral Health and Transitional Housing Programs.

The Clinical Services Manager will work together to advance the provision of adult clinical and behavioral health services with a focus on the growth of Assertive Community Services (ACT), Community Support Teams (CST), and Psychosocial Rehabilitation ( PSR) Programs.

Working at NYAP NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.

Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered on topics such as: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more! Hybrid

Schedule

Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year! Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family! 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year! Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k) Summer Hours (reduced work week) Tuition Assistance Work Anniversary Trips!

Peace leave Supervision Hours (for staff working on Independent Licensure) Flexible hours Mileage Reimbursement Paternity Leave RESPONSIBILITIES The Clinical Services Manager will perform leadership, program development, and clinical administrative duties, including, but not limited to: Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Programs mission, values, and philosophies Lead the application of evidence-informed service modalities in adult clinical and behavioral health service delivery.

Provide training to staff to align performance with Medicaid and other payor expectations. Advocate on behalf of individuals in crisis and those in need of rehabilitation services, substance use, and individual and system advocacy.

Promote and assist the Executive Directors or designee in developing innovative, robust behavioral health and team-based services to better serve the individuals in the community.

Promote and assist the Executive Director or designee in developing training programs related to the professional growth and direct service professionals.

Assist and lead in the development of the behavioral health supports for adults in transitional housing with Serious Mental Illness, Serious Emotional Disorder, and Substance Use Disorders. Lead and participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly and quarterly basis.

Lead in the provision of case consultation, clinical supervision, and clinical oversight to team-based and rehabilitation programs. Ensure that the team’s performance is in line with fee-for-service productivity expectations. Assist in the submission of grant request proposals.

Develop a partnership with community stakeholders. Responsible for the fiscal outcomes of the program in conjunction with the Program Director. Lead in the provision of team-based services and rehabilitation programs in the community. Present workshops and trainings at conferences on NYAP-relevant programs.

Function fluently in the usage of the electronic health record system and other required platforms as required by the grantor. Assist in enhancing emergency response and crisis care services with community partners and stakeholders.

Support all staff in accomplishing monthly, quarterly, and annual productivity goals, including Medicaid revenue projection.

Minimum

Qualifications

Master’s degree in social work or related behavioral/human services A valid independent license (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT). Preferably hold a CRSS, CADC, or equivalent credential. Minimum of 3-5 years’ leadership experience in adult behavioral, substance use, and/or team-based services with training/supervisory experience.

Proven experience providing adult clinical and behavioral health services, including intensive team-based programs. Willingness to work flexible and nontraditional hours serving individuals in the community.

Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers, as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.

OTHER SKILLS Excellent customer service and communication skills Work well independently and as a team member Multi-task efficiently and be flexible in all situations Openness to working non-traditional hours as needed Strong leadership skills with an ability to motivate and inspire staff Driving and Vehicle

Requirements

Valid driver’s license Reliable personal transportation Good driving record Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability Apply today! nyap.org Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. Who we areWe have been serving communities and clients since 1978. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families.

We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four different areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency. If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and we are dedicated, as your employer to provide you with support to do just that.

We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Services Manager provides leadership to a multi-disciplinary team, focusing on clinical, case management, and paraprofessional staff to deliver intensive community-based treatment for Adult Behavioral Health and Transitional Housing Programs. Key duties include leading evidence-informed service modalities, providing clinical supervision, and ensuring performance aligns with productivity expectations.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in social work or a related field is required, along with a valid independent license (LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT), and preferably a CRSS, CADC, or equivalent credential. Candidates must have 3-5 years of leadership experience in adult behavioral or substance use services, including supervisory experience.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical AdministrationStaff TrainingGrant Proposal SubmissionCommunity Stakeholder Partnership

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Services Manager -Adult Behavioral Health (ACT) at NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physician roles — ranked against 21,509 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.

Mental Health Therapy — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$82k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $82k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 7.2
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Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k≈ 4.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,342/mo≈ 35% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About National Youth Advocate Program

Individual and Family Services
Columbus, Ohio
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$80K - $83K Salary
22 Days PTO
11 Paid Holidays
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k) with Match
Student Loan Repayment ($1,200/year)