Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then this is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

Program Overview

We provide an array of quality mental health services to individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. Our multidisciplinary staff provide quality treatment of anxiety disorders, grief and loss, mood disorders, PTSD, behavioral disorders, conduct problems in children and teens as well as stress management, and many other mental health issues. These services are provided in a positive, respectful and non-judgmental setting to people of all ages, lifestyles and backgrounds

Position Overview

• Maintain a small caseload of clients
• The Program Manger is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of staff
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Provide support and assistance as needed to team.
• Responsibilities include recruiting, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance and other essential duties.
• Ability to be on-call 24/7 to provide support to staff and provides crisis intervention as needed.
• Provides direction to Quality Mental Health Specialists based on the treatment model which includes weekly management of the group supervision process by direct case review, oversees the treatment planning process, case management and case progress. Attends consultation and follows up on recommendations.
• Provides to counselor/specialists support to help manage counselor/specialists ’ duties and responsibilities. Provides case coverage as needed.
• Reviews and approves in a timely manner clinical and organizational documentation (i.e. mileage, timecards etc.) completed by their direct reports for the purpose of quality assurance and performance improvement.
• Payroll and HR duties
• Recommend, monitor and enforce administrative policies and procedures while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Office management
• Develop administrative operations budget information and monitor staff hours utilization and program expenditures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Can I see myself here?

We have found that our staff succeed when they:

• Are passionate about social services and dedicated to helping youth and families
• Value feedback and accountability
• Are independent thinkers and enjoy working autonomously
• Are results and detailed oriented
• Have a sense of humor and find creative ways to implement ideas
• Value a strength-based treatment approach
• Can change priorities quickly
• Are looking for more than just a job

Additional Information

Ø Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served.

Ø Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance.

Requirements

Ø A degree in social work, counseling, marriage & family therapy, or clinical psychology preferred;

Ø Clinical licensure is preferred
One year of experience in a clinical counseling or case management setting is required

Ø Supervisory experience is strongly preferred

Ø Excellent communication skills and ability to lead and develop staff

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 per year