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Assistant Director for Admissions and Community Engagement

Seaford, NY (On-site)

Assistant Director for Admissions & Community Engagement Charles Evans Center (CEC) – Seaford, NY Full-Time | Onsite $72,000 – $76,000 per year About the Role: Charles Evans Center (CEC) is seeking a licensed behavioral health professional to serve as Assistant Director for Admissions & Community Engagement at our Seaford location. This leadership role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about expanding access to mental health and substance use treatment services while helping grow a developing program. You will oversee admissions operations, build referral partnerships, and ensure a seamless intake experience for children, adolescents, and families. Key Responsibilities * Community Outreach & Referral Development * Develop relationships with hospitals, detox and rehabilitation facilities, courts, schools, and community providers * Conduct outreach presentations to promote CEC’s mental health and substance use services * Track referral sources and identify opportunities for growth Admissions & Clinical Oversight * Respond to program inquiries and referrals in a timely manner * Conduct and oversee intake assessments and clinical evaluations * Lead Admissions Committee meetings * Collaborate with clinical leadership to assign new clients * Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with billing and reimbursement standards Leadership & Operations * Analyze referral and intake data trends * Assist the Operations Director in strengthening admissions workflows * Participate in on-call rotation and provide crisis intervention when needed Qualifications Required: * LMSW or LMHC (LCSW preferred) * Experience in mental health and/or substance use treatment * Experience working with children and adolescents * Experience conducting intake, assessment, and triage in a behavioral health setting * Knowledge of DSM and ICD-10 diagnostic criteria * Strong communication and public speaking skills Preferred: * Experience with co-occurring disorders and severe mental illness * Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience * Insurance verification experience * Bilingual (Spanish) Why Join Charles Evans Center? * Opportunity to grow and shape a developing program * Leadership opportunity in a mission-driven organization * Competitive salary: $72,000–$76,000 annually * Meaningful community impact in behavioral health Charles Evans Center (CEC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.