Director of Mental Health Services

2 weeks ago


Peel Region, Canada The Pod Group Full time
Job Description

**Job Title:** Director, Client Services for Mental Health

**Job Summary:** We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced leader to join our team as Director, Client Services for Mental Health. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing our mental health programs and services, ensuring they align with our organization's mission and goals.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Provide leadership, guidance, and support to program staff, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.
  • Identify the needs of the community and design programs to address those needs, including conducting research, collaborating with stakeholders, and developing innovative and effective program models.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the programs, including budgeting, resource allocation, and staffing, ensuring that programs are properly staffed with qualified individuals and that resources are allocated efficiently to achieve program goals.
  • Work with the team to develop and implement the organization's strategic plan, involving setting program objectives, defining strategies to achieve those objectives, and monitoring progress toward goals.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with other organizations, government agencies, and community stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness and leverage resources.
  • Develop and implement systems to monitor and evaluate program outcomes and impact, including collecting and analyzing data, conducting program evaluations, and using feedback to improve program quality and effectiveness.
  • Ensure that programs operate in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and funding requirements, responsible for preparing and submitting reports to funders and government agencies.
  • Represent the organization in external meetings, conferences, and events, advocating for the needs of the population served by the organization and raising awareness about the organization's programs and accomplishments.

**Requirements:**

  • Strong leadership skills to oversee and manage a team of professionals.
  • A solid understanding of social service programs, policies, and regulations.
  • A Master's degree in a relevant field such as social work, psychology, public administration, or a related discipline, including membership in good standing in a relevant professional association.
  • Ten years of progressively responsible managerial roles in service development and delivery.
  • The ability to develop and implement client-centred strategies and services, prioritize clients' needs and well-being, and ensure services are delivered effectively and efficiently.
  • Excellent communication skills to build effective collaboration with clients, staff, and external stakeholders.
  • The ability to develop and implement strategic plans, set goals, and make informed decisions, including strong analytical skills to assess client needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement.
  • A solid understanding of budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation, including developing, managing budgets, monitoring expenses, and seeking funding opportunities to support the organization's client services.
  • Skills to advocate for clients and the organization's mission in various settings, including community meetings, government agencies, or fundraising events, building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including community organizations and funders.
  • Demonstrate cultural competence and understanding of diversity, inclusivity, and equity issues, respecting and valuing different cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and identities to ensure equitable access to services for all clients.
  • The ability to develop and implement program evaluation processes, collect and analyze data, and make evidence-based improvements, striving for continuous quality improvement to ensure that services meet established standards and regulations.

**About The Pod Group:**

The Pod Group is a creative consulting group that provides customized and innovative solutions to support our client's growth and ultimate success while promoting the integration of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in creating culture and engagement.

We balance strategy and people to help community organizations make better use of their resources by focusing on building the competencies to promote people-centric organizations.

The Pod Group has great success in serving a number of community sectors, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.

We promote a unique approach while incorporating marketing and human resources as an integral component of strategy, mission, and vision, aligning strategy with the development of a culture that embraces all stakeholders and a community spirit while ensuring an effective plan that meets the requirements of the organization.



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