Assistant Director-Dore Residence

Progress-Foundation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Progress Foundation seeks an Assistant Director to oversee an adult psychiatric acute residential treatment program in San Francisco. Under the supervision of the Program Director, you will supervise staff, coordinate client flow, and ensure adherence to behavioral health guidelines.

You will engage with referral sources, review charts, and support staff training. The role requires strong leadership, clinical judgment, and effective communication with staff, clients, and providers.

Qualifications

• AA degree with 6 years in mental health fields.
• BA degree with 4 years in mental health fields.
• MA degree with 2 years in mental health fields.
• MHRS Certification required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff of an adult psychiatric acute residential program.
• Manage the flow of clients into and out of the program.
• Promote social rehabilitation philosophy in residential treatment.
• Coordinate staff schedule and collect client data.
• Review charts and client records; assist in staff training; advocate for the facility.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Education

AA degree (any field)

BA degree (any field)

MA degree (any field)

MHRS Certification

Job description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Assistant Director supervises staff of this adult psychiatric acute residential treatment program. Generally, the Assistant Director manages the flow of clients into and out of the program. Specific functions are outlined in the job description.Generally, Assistant Director Duties IncludePromoting the philosophy of social rehabilitation as it applies to residential treatment; developing and maintaining good working relationships with client referral sources and other related mental health programs; reviewing all charts and client records; assisting in staff training; coordinating the staff schedule and coordinating the collection of client data. Maintain computer requirements of the City and County of San Francisco Community Behavioral Health Services. In addition, the Assistant Director advocates for and participates in the maintenance of the facility and performs all duties of the Counselor position as necessary and appropriate.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:AA in any field + 6 years experience in any mental health related fieldBA in any field + 4 years experience in any mental health related fieldMA in any field + 2 years experience in any mental health related fieldMHRS Certification required for this position.Specific experience in residential treatment and/or knowledge of social rehabilitation is preferred. Must demonstrate strong clinical, organizational, and leadership skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, clients and other providers both orally and in writing. Basic word processing skills. Must demonstrate an acceptable level of maturity, good judgment and emotional stability. Must be able to negotiate several flights of stairs and lift and carry 20lb packages multiple times during each work shift.Progress Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Bilingual/bi-cultural, people of color, women, individuals with personal experience as consumers of mental health services and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.Upon receipt of a job offer and before commencement of employment, must submit to a fingerprint check and health screening exam in order to obtain clearance from the State Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Valid California driver's license and insurability under the agency's auto insurance policies are preferred. Employment is contingent upon meeting the above minimum qualifications and verification of previous employment and education.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:LicenseLicense EligibleLanguage and Cultural CompetenciesApplicants with preferred qualifications may be paid more, depending on qualifications and the need of the Organization.The Company will consider qualified applicants including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.