Associate Youth and Family Services Director

Newaygo County Mental Health is a leading organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to our community.  We are committed to promoting the well-being of individuals and families by offering a range of programs and support services.  Out mission is to create a compassionate and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Youth and Family Services Associate Director.  In this leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing and enhancing programs focused on the mental health and well-being of youth and families in our community.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LPC, LMFT, LLP or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in mental health program management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Salary: $74,200 - $91,600; based on licensure and experience. 

SIGN-ON BONUS: $2,500 after 90 days of employment, additional $2,500 after one year of employment.

About Us: At Newaygo County Mental Health, we understand the importance of work-life balanced and the value of providing essential services to children in the comfort of their homes.  Our commitment to the well-being of our employees, combined with our mission to improve the lives of children and families, makes us the ideal workplace for those who seek fulfillment in their careers.

Why Choose Us? 

• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being and understand the significance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our flexible scheduling options empower you to excel in your role while enjoying quality time outside of work.
• Great Fellow Employees: Join a team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Collaborate with experienced colleagues who support each other's growth and success.
• Competitive Pay: We believe that your hard work should be rewarded. Enjoy competitive compensation that reflects your expertise and dedication.
• Exceptional Health Insurance Benefits: Your health and well-being matter to us. We offer comprehensive health insurance benefits that provide you and your family with peace of mind.
• Flexible Scheduling: We understand that life can be unpredictable. Our flexible scheduling options accommodate your needs, allowing you to balance your personal and professional responsibilities effectively.
• Generous Leave Time: Take advantage of more than 5 weeks of leave time per year to recharge, spend time with loved ones, and pursue your personal interests. 

Newaygo County Mental Health (Newaygo CMH) is a comprehensive service provider for Mental Health services in Newaygo County.  Newaygo CMH is located in White Cloud, Michigan "Where the North Begins and the Pure Waters Flow".  We are just a 50 minute drive North of Grand Rapids or Muskegon.  We are also a 30 minute drive from Big Rapids and just over 1 hour drive from Ludington. 

Newaygo CMH is committed to meeting the challenges of the 21st century.  As part of this commitment, Newaygo CMH is dedicated to developing the competencies necessary to provide comprehensive mental health services for clients.  Our clients include both adults and children who are intellectually and developmentally impaired, children with severe emotional impairments, as well as adults with mental illness (who may also have a substance abuse issues) in a managed care environment.  Improving the wellness and recovery of those identified citizens, who are considered most in need, will continue to be our primary focus.   Prevention, wellness, and recovery programs are our core components in the provision of person/family-centered integrated services.

We recognize that our clinicians need support and training in evidence-based practices to be successful and feel confident in their role.  Newaygo CMH provides paid training for clinicians to obtain certification in EBPs such as EMDR, DBT, TF-CBT, and CAADC.  Along with paid training, we offer on-site licensure supervision, as well as intense clinical supervision with experienced supervisors, are who are extremely competent, compassionate, and have extensive knowledge working with the client population as well as in the CMH system.

The culture of Newaygo CMH has been described in many ways by our staff: connected, nurturing, supportive, autonomous, motivating, happy, progressive, flexible, innovative, inclusive, collaborative, and family oriented.  We recognize that Community Mental Health is a challenging environment, but with challenge comes reward.  The agency is committed to recognize and support staff for the hard work they do.  Our positive work environment provides our staff with clear expectations for advancement and the tools and training needed for success. 

Additional Benefits:

Health insurance:  The first medical option is a Priority Health high-deductible health plan that can be matched with a tax advantaged health savings account.  This plan has a deductible of $2,000 for a single contract and a $4,000 deductible for double and family contracts. This High Deductible plan allows you to contribute pre-tax money into a designated HSA bank account to use for eligible medical, dental or vision services. For the 2023 calendar year, the agency will fund the entire deductible.  ($2,000 or $4,000 depending on your family status, through depositing money into your HSA account). Employees will be responsible for any cost share after the deductible has been met which would be copays and coinsurance to a maximum of $1,000 for single coverage and $2,000 for double/family coverage. 

The second medical option is a Priority Health Point of Service plan. This plan has a deductible of $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family. This is a traditional deductible plan and all out of pocket expenses (deductibles, coinsurance and copays) will be the responsibility of the employee. 

 Dental Insurance:  Delta Dental 100% coverage for employee and family for yearly checkup and biannual cleaning. 80%/20% coverage for minor restorative services and 50%/50% coverage for major restorative services after a co-pay of $25 or $75 per family.  Maximum payment of $1000 per person per benefit year.

 Vision Insurance: EyeMed 100% coverage for employee and family for yearly exam with $10 co-pay; yearly frames with $130 allowance and 20% off balance over $130; and lenses with a $25 co-pay or contacts with a $130 allowance.

Health Insurance Opt Out Option:  Employees with other health coverage may opt out of health insurance and receive $2,000.00 per year paid in increments every pay week. Employee would continue to receive Dental and Vision coverage, if desired. 

Long Term Disability Insurance:  Disability pays 66 2/3% of the employee salary.  Long term disability starts after 90 days and continues until employee attains Social Security age.

Pension:  The agency will pay 6% of employee's salary into a defined contribution plan. Employees may choose to deduct 3% of their salary (pre-tax) and the agency would match 3% to be placed with the original 6% into a defined contribution plan.  There is also an enhanced plan with social security opt out available.

Longevity:  Longevity will be calculated starting after 4 years of service at $150 per year.  E.g. at 4 years = $600.  This will max out at 15 plus years of service (at $2,250).

Deferred Compensation:  Pre-taxed contributions by the employee (no agency match) placed into a tax deferred annuity. Several different companies to choose from.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA):  Allows pre-tax deductions for certain medical expenses and/or dependent child care expenses.

Post-Employment Health Care: The employee will contribute 1% of earnings on pre-tax basis; the agency will contribute an additional 2% to this account.  

Annual Leave:  Eight hours accrue during each-two week pay period for a total of 208 hours of paid time off for one year (twenty six days off). Annual leave can be used as vacation, sick, or personal time. Accrual starts immediately.

Holidays:  The Agency has 12 paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve.

Wellness Plan:  The agency will reimburse 2/3rds of cost, with a limit up to $200, to the employee for joining a health club or fitness center.

Tuition Reimbursement:  Education/tuition reimbursement for classes raised to a limit of $5,250 per year – no cost sharing required.    Student loan repayment for qualified staff (not in NHSC or State loan forgiveness program, and for a degree directly related to their position) – up to $5,250 per calendar year will be available to staff to pay for their student loans (not taxable income).

Loan Repayment Plans:  Newaygo CMH participates in 3 different loan repayment plans:

Agency Vehicles: Newaygo CMH has a fleet of agency vehicles available for usage.  If a vehicle is unavailable, staff are reimbursed for the mileage at the IRS rate. 

If you're ready to be part of a team that values work-life balance, offers excellent compensation and benefits, and allows you to make a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply for Youth and Family Services Associate Director position at Newaygo County Mental Health. Join us in our mission to create positive change in Newaygo County. 

Newaygo County Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.