ACT Program Assistant Team Leader

Job Description

ACT Assistant Team Leader (LCSW / LMSW / LMHC) – Community Mental Health
📍 Glen Cove, NY
💰 $84,000 per year
🕒 Full-Time | Exempt
🏥 CEC Healthcare

Join a Mission-Driven Community Mental Health Team

CEC Healthcare is seeking a licensed behavioral health professional to support leadership of our Flex Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team serving adults with serious mental illness throughout Nassau County.

This role combines clinical supervision, community-based care, and multidisciplinary collaboration to help individuals achieve recovery and stability.

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About CEC Healthcare

CEC Healthcare is a nonprofit organization providing integrated health and human services to individuals with complex needs. Our Flex ACT program delivers community-based behavioral health services that support recovery, independence, and improved quality of life.
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Job Responsibilities

The Flex ACT Assistant Team Leader works closely with the Team Leader to support daily operations and clinical services for a mobile ACT team.

Responsibilities include:
• Assist with daily team operations and care coordination
• Provide clinical supervision and support to multidisciplinary staff
• Conduct field-based visits with staff and program participants
• Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Deliver direct behavioral health services to recipients
• Support staff in implementing Individual Action Plans (IAPs)
• Assist with training in life skills development, community integration, and recovery skills
• Coordinate communication with families, providers, and community resources
• Participate in on-call rotation
• Assist with program initiatives and special projects
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Required Qualifications
• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling
• Active NYS License: LCSW, LMSW, or LMHC
• Minimum 2+ years of behavioral health experience
• Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness
• Valid NYS Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Ability to travel throughout Nassau County for community-based visits
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
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Preferred Experience
• Experience in Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), mobile treatment, or community mental health programs
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
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Work Environment & Schedule
• Full-time position based in Glen Cove, NY
• Community-based/mobile role serving clients across Nassau County
• Combination of field visits, team collaboration, and documentation
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary ACT team
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage
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Why This Role Matters

As part of the Flex ACT team, you will help individuals with serious mental illness access care, maintain housing, build life skills, and live independently in the community.
Our multidisciplinary team provides intensive, person-centered support directly in the community, helping individuals achieve recovery and stability.
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Benefits

CEC Healthcare offers a competitive benefits package including:
• Salary $84,000
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development and training
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career advancement
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Apply Today

Join a team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals living with serious mental illness through community-based recovery-focused care.

Apply now to become part of the CEC Healthcare Flex ACT team.

CEC Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).