Director, Clinical Behavioral Health & Wellness Initiatives

Director, Clinical Behavioral Health & Wellness Initiatives Divine Truth Unity Fellowship Church Inland Empire, CA Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Case documentation in social services Working with LGBTQ+ individuals Staff supervision Managing teams of therapists Team supervision Social service program staff supervision De-escalation techniques Practicing as a therapist supervisor Working with individuals with trauma-related disorders Emotional safety support Restorative justice disciplinary approach Youth counseling LGBTQIA+ counseling Working with youth

Full Job Description About RPYA:

The Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance (RPYA) is a non-profit service organization for LGBTQ+ youth and allies in the Inland Empire. Founded in the early 2000s, RPYA grew from a small Friday night youth gathering into a full-service nonprofit providing social services, leadership opportunities, and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth. Our mission is to provide a safe, healthy, and enriching environment for LGBTQ+ youth, their families, and allies. RPYA offers a welcoming Wellness Drop-In center, health and wellness services, artistic expression opportunities, and affirming resources. We are committed to fostering resilience, connection, and advocacy so youth can thrive authentically in all areas of their lives.

Role:

Director, Clinical Behavioral Health & Wellness Initiatives Department:

Behavioral Health & Wellness Services Reports to:

Executive Director Classification:

Full-Time, Non-Exempt Location:

Inland Empire /

Wellness Drop-In Center Schedule:

Full-Time or Part-Time, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed

Salary Range:

TBD based on RPYA compensation structure, licensure, and funding parameters

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Clinical staff, interns, behavioral health contractors, and designated wellness support staff

Position Summary:

The Clinical Director provides strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and programmatic direction for RPYA's Behavioral Health and Wellness Services programs. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of trauma-informed, culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming behavioral health services that support the emotional wellness, safety, stability, and resilience of LGBTQ+ youth and young adults. The Clinical Director oversees clinical operations, supervises behavioral health staff and interns, supports crisis response and care coordination efforts, and helps ensure compliance with applicable ethical, legal, confidentiality, documentation, and mandated reporting standards. Working collaboratively with Wellness Center leadership, Outreach staff, Program staff, and community partners, the Clinical Director provides oversight and strategic direction for RPYA's Wellness Center operations and integrated behavioral health programming. This role directly supports and supervises Wellness Center leadership while helping develop coordinated systems of care that address behavioral health needs, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, family conflict, trauma, housing instability, substance use concerns, and barriers to care. This role also supports organizational development through policy implementation, clinical training, case consultation, program evaluation, partnership development, and the strengthening of trauma-informed and restorative practices across RPYA programs. RPYA is seeking a clinically grounded, collaborative, and mission-driven leader with experience supporting LGBTQ+ youth and communities impacted by trauma, mental health challenges, family rejection, housing instability, substance use, discrimination, and systemic barriers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership & Oversight Provide clinical oversight and leadership for RPYA's behavioral health and wellness Supervise licensed and unlicensed clinical staff, interns, contractors, and designated behavioral health personnel. Support development and implementation of trauma-informed, youth-centered, restorative, and culturally responsive clinical practices. Ensure clinical services align with RPYA's mission, values, policies, grant requirements, and community care standards. Provide ongoing clinical consultation, case conferencing, and support to behavioral health Assist with crisis intervention, suicide risk response, safety planning, de-escalation support, and emergency response coordination. Support youth stabilization efforts and coordination with outside providers, hospitals, schools, caregivers, and community agencies as appropriate. Maintain appropriate clinical boundaries, ethical standards, and professional oversight Program Development & Operations Support behavioral health operational workflows including documentation standards, service coordination, reporting requirements, and collaboration related to billing or funding activities as Assist in developing, expanding, and strengthening behavioral health programming and wellness Collaborate with leadership to establish clinical goals, workflows, service standards, and program priorities. Support implementation and ongoing review of clinical, safety, confidentiality, crisis response, and documentation protocols. Participate in policy review and development related to youth wellness, crisis response, trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, accessibility, and behavioral health operations. Monitor service quality, client engagement, referral pathways, and continuity of care Assist with program evaluation, outcome tracking, quality improvement efforts, and reporting Collaborate with Operations and Wellness Center leadership to support safe and compliant service delivery. Staff Supervision, Training & Development Provide individual and group supervision to clinical staff and interns in accordance with applicable licensure standards. Support onboarding, mentorship, training, and professional development of behavioral health Assist staff in building competency related to trauma-informed care, LGBTQ+ affirming practice, crisis response, mandated reporting, suicide assessment, de-escalation, documentation, and restorative approaches. Promote a collaborative, accountable, and supportive team Provide consultation and guidance to non-clinical staff supporting youth experiencing emotional distress, crisis situations, or behavioral health concerns. Care Coordination & Community Collaboration Collaborate with Outreach and Housing-focused staff to support continuity of care, crisis stabilization, and resource coordination for youth experiencing instability or barriers to Collaborate with RPYA departments to support integrated care coordination and youth Develop and maintain relationships with behavioral health providers, hospitals, schools, substance use providers, shelters, county systems, and community-based Support referral partnerships and warm handoffs to outside providers and Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, care planning discussions, and community collaboration efforts. Support advocacy efforts related to youth mental health access, crisis prevention, and affirming behavioral health services. Documentation, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation Maintain compliance with HIPAA, confidentiality standards, mandated reporting laws, ethical guidelines, and organizational requirements. Support incident review, crisis documentation, and follow-up Assist with audits, grant reporting, documentation review, and quality assurance Ensure secure handling of protected client information and adherence to organizational data privacy practices. Collaborate with organizational leadership regarding risk management concerns, safety issues, and critical incidents. Organizational Leadership & Culture Serve as a member of RPYA leadership and contribute to organizational planning, strategy, and culture development. Promote trauma-informed, restorative, and equity-centered practices across the Support initiatives that strengthen psychological safety, staff wellness, collaboration, and Represent RPYA professionally with community partners, funders, schools, and external Participate in leadership meetings, organizational initiatives, trainings, and special projects as Required Qualifications Active California clinical licensure in good standing required, including one of the following: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) Psychologist (PhD or PsyD) Minimum of 3-5 years of experience providing behavioral health services, counseling, crisis intervention, or clinical case management. Minimum of 2 years of supervisory, leadership, or program oversight Experience working with LGBTQ+ youth, young adults, or communities impacted by trauma, housing instability, family rejection, discrimination, behavioral health challenges, or systemic Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, mandated reporting, de-escalation, and youth behavioral health practices. Knowledge of ethical and legal standards related to behavioral health practice and clinical Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and sound clinical Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary and community-based Strong documentation, organizational, and follow-through Ability to support youth and staff during emotionally intense or crisis-related Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance may be required depending on assignment. Preferred Qualifications Experience supervising associate clinicians, trainees, interns, or multidisciplinary behavioral health teams. Experience in nonprofit, community mental health, youth services, school-based care, crisis services, or LGBTQ+ affirming care environments. Experience working within Medi-Cal, grant-funded, public health, or county behavioral health Familiarity with restorative justice, harm reduction, trauma recovery, and youth development Experience supporting organizational policy development, clinical operations, or program Experience providing training and staff development related to behavioral health and trauma-informed care. Familiarity with Inland Empire behavioral health, youth-serving, housing, and community support systems. Experience using EHR systems, case management platforms, or behavioral health documentation systems. Core Competencies Trauma-informed and youth-centered leadership LGBTQ+ affirming and culturally responsive practice Clinical supervision and ethical decision-making Crisis intervention and de-escalation Suicide prevention and safety planning Restorative and strengths-based approaches Behavioral health program oversight Care coordination and community collaboration Professional communication and documentation Leadership, coaching, and team development Organizational accountability and confidentiality Adaptability, professionalism, and problem-solving Physical & Work Environment Requirements This position requires regular work in community-based and Wellness Center settings, including meetings with youth, staff, caregivers, providers, schools, and community partners. Responsibilities may include sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, transporting materials, and occasional travel throughout the Inland Empire. This role may involve engagement with individuals experiencing crisis, trauma, behavioral health challenges, suicidal ideation, substance use concerns, or emotional distress. The ability to remain calm, professional, trauma-informed, and solution-focused in emotionally intense situations is essential. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required based on program, crisis response, outreach, or organizational needs. Grant-Funded Position Statement This position is funded through grant resources currently anticipated through September 2027. Continued employment is contingent upon ongoing funding availability, program needs, and organizational sustainability. Why RPYA? At Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance, we believe LGBTQ+ youth deserve affirming spaces, compassionate support, and opportunities to thrive authentically. RPYA team members play an active role in strengthening community wellness, expanding access to care, supporting youth leadership, and advancing equity across the Inland Empire.

Our work is grounded in:

Advocacy and community connection Youth wellness and affirming care Education and prevention Creativity, leadership, and empowerment Trauma-informed and culturally responsive support Equal Opportunity Employer Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance (RPYA) is an equal opportunity employer. RPYA considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. RPYA is committed to maintaining a workplace grounded in dignity, inclusion, respect, accountability, and service to the youth and communities we support. rainbowprideyouthalliance.org/jobs