Assistant Program Director - 24-00540 - Alura Workforce Solutions

Summary

Our client, a leading non-profit Mental Health entity, operates a state-licensed residential facility dedicated to empowering adults with mental disabilities. This exceptional program offers a structured residence and outpatient clinic with intensive mental health supportive services, guiding clients towards developing independent skills and reintegrating into community living.

Description

As an integral member of our team, you will:

• Serve as head of service in the absence of the Program Director
• Act as a liaison between administrative, clinical/program staff, and other agencies
• Supervise assigned staff and provide clinical supervision hours for BBS registered staff/interns
• Assist in clinical program development and recruitment for clinical positions
• Plan and implement clinical training for staff
• Train and supervise new therapists and case aides
• Ensure compliance with DMH and Gateways' documentation requirements
• Participate in educational seminars and inter/intra-agency meetings
• Develop, maintain, and evaluate policies and procedures
• Prepare reports and presentations
• Provide on-call coverage for emergency consultation and intervention
• Assist in crisis situations and facilitate client transfers to higher levels of care
• Develop, implement, and monitor group schedules
• Complete client assessments for placement
• Hire, train, evaluate, and develop corrective action plans for staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience/Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience providing individual and group therapy in the mental health field
• Functional experience with the mental health system
• Strong treatment and diagnostic skills utilizing the DSM V
• Experience with severe and persistent mental illness, substance abuse, and evaluating dangerous behaviors

Education & Certificates

To be considered, you should have:

• Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work or psychology
• LCSW or licensed Psychologist – Eligible to complete appropriate clinical supervision training to supervise registered MFT or MSW interns or other designated disciplines

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance
• Valid California Driver's license
• TB clearance
• Driving record acceptable for coverage by Gateways insurance carrier
• Fire and Safety Training*
• First Aid Training Certification*
• CPR Certification*
• Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)**