Director of Ma’at & Community Mental Health Initiatives

Homeless Children’s Network

Position Title:

Director of Ma’at & Community Mental Health Initiatives

SALARY: $140,000 per year

SCHEDULE:

Full-time position. Onsite/Hybrid

BENEFITS:
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance;
Commuter stipend

Homeless Children’s Network’s (HCN) mission is to decrease the trauma of homelessness and domestic violence for children, youth, and families; to empower families; and to increase the effectiveness of collaborative efforts among service providers to end homelessness and poverty. Since 1992, HCN has empowered San Francisco’s underserved and historically marginalized communities citywide toward a brighter future with love, wholeness, and healing.

Since 1992, HCN has been San Francisco’s leading nonprofit agency for comprehensive early intervention and mental health support for underserved and historically marginalized children, youth, and families experiencing homelessness, housing instability, or living in intergenerational poverty. Our mobile therapeutic model is both accessible and scalable, enabling clinicians to meet clients directly in the community. As the hub of a Collaborative of 60+ service agencies and community-based organizations, we serve over 2,500 clients each year, reaching those most reluctant to trust conventional mental health systems.

Central to our work is our Afri-centric mental health and wellness model. This community‑defined approach addresses health inequities and the persistent cycle of racism and trauma over generations. This model not only uplifts the Black/African American communities but also strengthens the behavioral health outcomes of all San Franciscans, fostering resilience, healing, and lasting change.

The Ma’at Program is HCN’s Afri-centric clinical and community wellness initiative designed to support children, youth, and families in San Francisco with culturally grounded mental health services, case coordination, healing-centered engagement, and community connection. Rooted in the principles of balance, truth, order, reciprocity, and harmony, Ma’at integrates cultural knowledge, trauma-informed care, and community-defined best practices to honor the lived experiences of families impacted by generational trauma, racism, displacement, and poverty.

The program provides clinical services—including therapy, family work, and emotional wellness support—delivered in community settings, homes, schools, and transitional or permanent supportive housing sites. Ma’at staff work closely with families to address emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges, while strengthening protective factors, enhancing resilience, and supporting overall wellbeing. With an emphasis on trust, cultural affirmation, and genuine partnership, the Ma’at Program uplifts families through holistic healing, community connection, and resource access.

The Director of Ma’at & Community Mental Health Initiatives is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and management of the clinical programs within the organization. This role focuses on developing, implementing, and evaluating programs that address community needs, improve service delivery, and ensure alignment with the organization’s mission. The Program Director will lead program teams, manage budgets, and foster partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders.

• Design, implement, and oversee non-clinical programs, ensuring they meet the needs of the target population and align with organizational goals.
• Continuously evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements to enhance outcomes.
• Develop…