Compensation

We’ll pay you an annual salary of $86,000 to $89,000.

About the Job

The Youth & Family Mental Health Director is a key leader in advancing integrated mental health programs for youth and families within Shalom Austin and the Greater Jewish community. The Director will carry a small clinical caseload, supervise staff and graduate-level trainees, and guide program strategy and operations. In collaboration with JFS leadership and community partners, this position will design, implement, and evaluate initiatives that address the growing mental health needs of youth and families — ensuring that youth, families, and caregivers receive exceptional, culturally responsive care and that Shalom Austin’s mental health programs operate with excellence and vision.

You’ll wow us by masterfully performing the following key duties and responsibilities:

Essential functions:

Clinical Supervision & Program Leadership

• Provide clinical supervision, training, and mentorship to licensed staff, associate clinicians, and graduate-level student trainees.
• Support staff in goal setting, performance evaluation, and professional development. Coordinate caseload assignments and monitor service delivery quality.
• Share leadership responsibilities for the clinical team to ensure program consistency, high-quality care, and mission alignment.
• Participate in program budgeting and resource planning related to clinical operations.

Strategic Vision, Program Development & Impact Measurement

• Develop and implement a comprehensive vision for youth and family mental health services aligned with JFS mission and Shalom Austin’s strategic priorities.
• Create annual goals, measurable outcomes, and evaluation plans for program growth and impact.
• Collaborate with JFS leadership to integrate mental health services across Shalom Austin programs (schools, camps, engagement initiatives).
• Regularly review and recommend program enhancements based on community needs and best practices.

Education, Training & Community Engagement

• Design and deliver educational workshops, trainings, and presentations for youth, parents, educators, and community leaders.
• Convene local Jewish educators and partner organizations to strengthen mental health support in congregational and communal settings.
• Represent JFS in community forums and maintain strong partnerships with local and national organizations.
• Provide outreach to stakeholders to share program updates and gather feedback on emerging needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Clinical Services (Direct Client Care)

• Maintain a small clinical caseload, providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment using current DSM criteria. Deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to youth and family needs.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record system.
• Participate in case consultation and multidisciplinary team meetings.

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Active Texas licensure (LCSW-S, LPC-S, LMFT-S preferred).
• Minimum 5 years post-licensure experience, including supervisory and program leadership experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in child, adolescent, and family mental health.
• Proven experience managing staff and students in a clinical setting.
• Skilled in developing and implementing mental health initiatives, training, and community engagement efforts.
• Working knowledge of Greater Austin mental health and social service systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Familiarity with Jewish communal life and cultural competency in serving diverse populations.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, legal and ethical standards, and evidence-based care models.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and passionate about improving mental health outcomes for youth and families.