Description
Position Description
The Director of Mental Health Services will be a visionary and strategic leader responsible for the successful establishment, implementation, and oversight of CCEOK’s new mental health services. This role requires a passionate individual committed to integrating excellent clinical care with the Catholic faith, managing a multi-phase project, building strong partnerships, and ensuring services are delivered with the highest quality and fidelity to the organization’s mission. The Director will build and lead a dedicated team of clinicians and program staff, driving the expansion of services in our schools, parishes, and existing CCEOK programs.
Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma is launching an ambitious new initiative to establish high-quality mental health services that promote hope, healing, and wholeness, integrated with the richness of Catholic faith and a Christian anthropological view of the whole person- mind, body, and spirit.
Requirements
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ministerial
As a ministerial representative of CCEOK, it is expected that both professional and social behavior be aligned with the ethical and moral standards of the Catholic Church
Pray daily for the needs of the poor; opportunities include personal prayer, daily Mass, and adoration
Willingness to learn how to articulate Catholic teaching with a commitment to its application in the job function
Execute duties in a Christ-like manner with love and compassion following the values and principles of the program, Catholic Charities and Catholic Social Teaching
Program Leadership & Strategic Development:
Provide overall strategic direction and operational leadership for the development and implementation of this multi-phase mental health services initiative
Develop, implement a comprehensive service delivery model and marketing/outreach strategy for school-based counseling, vicariate/parish-based counseling, and integration within existing CCEOK programs
Oversee the establishment and growth of the Mental Health Ministry in parishes, including the training of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) instructors and the coordination of MHFA trainings
Collaborate with healing programs leadership to offer Rachel’s Vineyard, Grief to Grace and Healing the Whole Person
Oversee the promotion and coordination of spiritual direction appointments within designated vicariates
Quality Assurance and Outcomes Focused
Ensure all clinical services are of the highest quality
Establish and maintain clinical protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure ethical and effective service delivery
Oversee a dedicated and diverse team of licensed clinicians, licensure candidates, interns, and other program staff
Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development for the clinical team
Implement and manage a system of outcome measurements, including pre/post assessment tools and client surveys, reporting impact quarterly
Operations & Administration
Oversee budget, operational planning, and establish efficient administrative processes (e.g., insurance billing.)
Implement private pay sliding scale and establish comprehensive insurance billing processes
Manage partnerships and collaborations with Catholic schools, parishes, clergy, Catholic hospitals and other community agencies
Ensure compliance with all relevant licensing, regulatory, and ethical standards
Team Building & Collaboration
Cultivate a collaborative and supportive environment for all mental health staff
Serve as liaison between the mental health services and other CCEOK programs, diocesan offices, and external partners
Represent CCEOK’s mental health program at various meetings, parish visits, and community events
Key Skills and Attributes
Strong Communication: Superior verbal, written, and presentation skills to effectively articulate the program’s vision, engage stakeholders, and build relationships with clergy, school leaders, and community partners
Collaborative Spirit: Demonstrated ability to build and foster strong partnerships internally and externally
Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Resourcefulness in addressing challenges and adapting strategies to meet evolving program needs and demands
Empathy & Compassion: A genuine understanding and commitment to serving individuals experiencing mental health challenges
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or Master’s degree preferred
7+ years of proven experience in program development, implementation, and management, preferably within a non-profit or faith-based organization
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the magisterial teachings of the Catholic Church and Catholic Social Teaching
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse stakeholders, including clergy, school leaders, staff, and community partners
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Preferred
Experience working within the Catholic diocesan network
Experience with insurance billing in a clinical setting
Experience in community mental health outreach and ministry development
Experience in using electronic health records (EHR) systems and standard office software
Knowledge of evidence-based clinical treatment models and best practices
