Bethany for Children & Families · 1 week ago
Director of School-Based Services
Clinton, Iowa
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveBethany for Children & Families is dedicated to providing behavioral health, prevention, and education programs in school settings. The Director of School-Based Services will provide strategic leadership and oversight for these programs, ensuring high-quality service delivery and fostering strong partnerships with educational institutions.
FamilyHealth CareMental HealthService Industry
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, direction, and evaluation of school-based behavioral health, prevention, and education programs in partnership with the Vice President of Behavioral Health
Provide supportive, professional supervision to program managers, clinicians, and prevention staff to ensure exceptional service delivery
Foster teamwork, shared accountability, and solution-focused communication across departments and partner schools
Build and sustain high-performing teams that reflect the organization’s mission and values
Create a culture of trust, collaboration, and professional growth through coaching, feedback, and recognition
Mentor emerging leaders and support staff in reaching their professional goals
Serve as the primary liaison to superintendents, principals, counselors, and other district leaders
Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships to ensure satisfaction with services and alignment with district priorities
Represent the organization at school board meetings and community forums
Proactively address concerns and communicate clearly and professionally with all partners
Oversee daily operations of school-based programs, including staffing, scheduling, data tracking, and coordination
Monitor service utilization and outcomes to ensure programs meet contractual requirements and community needs
Ensure full compliance with district agreements, grants, and local, state, and federal regulations
Partner with clinical leadership to maintain clinical integrity, trauma-informed practices, and evidence-based service delivery
Support consistent clinical standards, documentation practices, and interdisciplinary coordination
Advance integrated behavioral health and educational supports that promote student well-being
Work with the Quality & Compliance team to uphold accreditation standards and licensing requirements
Implement quality monitoring systems, satisfaction surveys, and outcome tools to support continuous improvement
Promote ethical practices and maintain program policies, procedures, and internal resource documents
Assist in developing and managing program budgets to support sustainability and accountability
Track productivity, utilization, and reimbursement to identify operational improvements
Ensure accurate reporting of service data and performance metrics to districts, funders, and leadership
Coordinate and deliver training related to school-based behavioral health, prevention strategies, and best practices
Ensure supervision and training processes meet licensure, certification, and contractual expectations
Support the growth and enhancement of school-based programs based on district and community needs
Provide data and insight to agency strategic planning initiatives
Assist in identifying grants, partnerships, and resources to strengthen program reach and quality
Model ethical practice, uphold organizational values, and promote a respectful, inclusive culture
Perform additional responsibilities as needed to advance organizational goals
Qualification
Required
Provides strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight for all behavioral health, prevention, and education programs delivered in school settings
Ensures high-quality services aligned with agency goals, contractual requirements, and the unique needs of partner school districts
Builds and supports strong, collaborative teams
Cultivates a positive and accountable work culture
Serves as the primary liaison to superintendents, principals, and other educational partners
Strengthens relationships, ensuring responsive communication, and advancing exceptional outcomes for students and schools
Lead the planning, direction, and evaluation of school-based behavioral health, prevention, and education programs in partnership with the Vice President of Behavioral Health
Provide supportive, professional supervision to program managers, clinicians, and prevention staff to ensure exceptional service delivery
Foster teamwork, shared accountability, and solution-focused communication across departments and partner schools
Build and sustain high-performing teams that reflect the organization's mission and values
Create a culture of trust, collaboration, and professional growth through coaching, feedback, and recognition
Mentor emerging leaders and support staff in reaching their professional goals
Serve as the primary liaison to superintendents, principals, counselors, and other district leaders
Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships to ensure satisfaction with services and alignment with district priorities
Represent the organization at school board meetings and community forums
Proactively address concerns and communicate clearly and professionally with all partners
Oversee daily operations of school-based programs, including staffing, scheduling, data tracking, and coordination
Monitor service utilization and outcomes to ensure programs meet contractual requirements and community needs
Ensure full compliance with district agreements, grants, and local, state, and federal regulations
Partner with clinical leadership to maintain clinical integrity, trauma-informed practices, and evidence-based service delivery
Support consistent clinical standards, documentation practices, and interdisciplinary coordination
Advance integrated behavioral health and educational supports that promote student well-being
Work with the Quality & Compliance team to uphold accreditation standards and licensing requirements
Implement quality monitoring systems, satisfaction surveys, and outcome tools to support continuous improvement
Promote ethical practices and maintain program policies, procedures, and internal resource documents
Assist in developing and managing program budgets to support sustainability and accountability
Track productivity, utilization, and reimbursement to identify operational improvements
Ensure accurate reporting of service data and performance metrics to districts, funders, and leadership
Coordinate and deliver training related to school-based behavioral health, prevention strategies, and best practices
Ensure supervision and training processes meet licensure, certification, and contractual expectations
Support the growth and enhancement of school-based programs based on district and community needs
Provide data and insight to agency strategic planning initiatives
Assist in identifying grants, partnerships, and resources to strengthen program reach and quality
Model ethical practice, uphold organizational values, and promote a respectful, inclusive culture
Perform additional responsibilities as needed to advance organizational goals
Benefits
Vacation time that grows with you — earn up to 80 hours your first year, and up to 160 hours after.
Sick time you can count on — earn up to 96 hours each year.
11 paid holidays every year.
403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contributions.
Choice of two health plans (one with an HSA + employer contributions).
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance (100% employer-paid).
Group Life and AD&D insurance included.
Options for extra voluntary coverage.
Educational Aid program to support your professional growth.
Company
Bethany for Children & Families
Bethany for Children & Families is a private child welfare, mental health, community education, and social services provider that has offered aid and support to children and families in western Illinois and eastern Iowa since 1899.
Founded in 1899
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.01MKey Investors
Doris & Victor Day Foundation
2023-07-17Grant· $0.01M
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