Job Description:

Job Title: Engagement, Employment & Recovery Center Program ManagerLocation: St Louis, MODepartment: Adult Community ServicesEmployment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:Join our compassionate, collaborative team and make a difference in the lives of individuals with mental health and substance abuse challenges. As an Engagement, Employment & Recovery Center Program Manager, you will oversee the coordination and administration of our programs, leading teams and driving initiatives to support our mission. If you're a passionate leader with a background in mental health services, we want to hear from you. Here are five reasons to apply:Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our communityCollaborative team environment with opportunities for growth and developmentChance to lead and manage programs that drive positive changeProfessional development and training opportunitiesComprehensive benefits packageThe Engagement, Employment & Recovery Center Program Manager oversees the coordination and administration of all aspects of their assigned ongoing program, including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling program activities.

This position offers…· Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
· Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
· Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
· Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
· Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:· Develop and implement long-term goals and objectives to achieve successful program outcomes
· Provide leadership and guidance to teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment
· Coordinate program activities to increase effectiveness and efficiency
· Develop funding proposals and manage program budgets
· Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements
· Supervise and develop staff, providing feedback and guidance as needed
· Communicate with stakeholders, including funders and community partners

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:· Master's degree in one of the following fields: Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling required.
· OR Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, nursing, counseling or closely related human services field. If the degree is in a field other than human services, a bachelor's degree and four years of experience in mental health is required.
· Three (3) years of experience supervising clinical services preferred.

Additional Qualifications:· Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
· CPR and First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications (certifications can be provided upon hire)
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop written reports and present information with confidence
· Ability to exercise independent decision making and build relationships of trust with team members and stakeholders

Physical Requirements:· Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
· Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.
· Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.



Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness





Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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