Program Manager

We are a harm reduction minded behavioral health organization with the aim of improving the housing and living conditions for all members of our community in particular the homeless, in need, and at risk. We are among the largest social services agencies in LA County, our mission is to end homelessness and to provide other affiliated services to those in need ranging from outreach, housing, substance abuse, wellness, healthcare, and others.

Our clients include people dealing with mental illness, physical illness or disabilities; women and children experiencing domestic violence; and Veterans. We tailor services to the needs of each person to help them rebuild their lives. Key services include housing, mental health care, medical care, domestic violence services, substance abuse treatment, income assistance and life skills programs --- all aimed at improving the self-sufficiency of the individuals and families served.

Are you a therapist, clinician, or licensed Program Manager who is registered through the Board of Behavioral Services and who wants to join our mission to help those in need in Los Angeles? If so please apply!

Large Social Services Agency
Local Los Angeles Community Impact
Help to put roofs over the heads of those in need
Non-Profit Organization
Extremely Visible role within organization = Career Path + Clear Fast Upward Mobility
Competitive Pay
Great Benefits

Position Overview: We are in need of a variety of Program Managers for various programs in downtown Los Angeles ranging from project based housing and two separate street outreach programs, these Program Managers are to be registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences and in good standing, and have had clinical experience. The Program Managers are responsible for the oversight, coordination, operational, and quality control for their designated programs.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the multidisciplinary teams, ensuring continuity of care and services between The People Concern agency resources and partnering agencies
• Provide individual and team supervision, support, and performance evaluations for assigned staff
• Provide clinical guidance to staff as needed, including in emergencies and crisis situations
• Ensure that services emphasize customer choice and harm reduction
• Be available to respond to emergency calls and situations on a 24-hour basis when needed
• Assist in the screening, assessment, and enrollment of clients in a range of services
• Ensure all paperwork and data collection is complete, timely, accurate, and current in agency records and electronic databases through on-going audits of electronic data bases and chart reviews
• Assist Program Director in budgetary oversight of program administration and ensure program revenue and expenses are within the adopted annual budget
• Ensure adherence to funding source contracts and performance standards; prepare written reports on program activities as assigned and as required by funding sources
• Provide training to staff on policies and procedures of the program
• As needed, assist in the screening, assessment and enrollment of participants including orientation to program policies resources and goals

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Will oversee single location's clinicians, clinical case managers, administrative staff and others

Required Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in related field (Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy)
• Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences + Hours Towards Licensure
• 2 Years of experience working with the homeless, mentally ill, or those with substance additions
• Supervisory experience
• Able to work in high-tolerance harm reduction model
• Ability to obtain CPR/1st Aid Certifications
• Valid CA Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

• LCSW or LMFT License
• Clinical Supervisory Experience
• Knowledge of substance abuse treatment

Work Environment:

• Office environment with potential occasional field work