Assistant Program Director

Kids for the Future

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 107,000 - 114,000

Full time

24 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

PTO 19 days/year
12 paid holidays/year
Free CEUs and training
Loan repayment support $100/mo

Job summary

CRF in San Diego seeks an Assistant Program Director to support the Program Director in daily operations, staff management, and quality assurance. The role oversees admissions, coordinates with community providers, and supervises the direct service team.

The position requires a Master's degree in a behavioral health field, California licensure strongly preferred, and at least two years in a mental health setting with supervisory experience. Competitive benefits are included.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or higher degree in a behavioral health field preferred.
  • Two years of experience in a mental health setting required.
  • Supervisory experience required or preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Program Director with day-to-day operations, including staff management, client care, and quality assurance.
  • Oversee admissions and coordinate with other providers and community resources.
  • Provide supervision to direct service team members as assigned.
  • Participate in staffing management, including interviews, training, payroll, and evaluations.
  • Ensure productivity targets are met and monitor service units per contract.
  • Monitor treatment programs and client care, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Carry an active caseload while maintaining administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Mental health experience
Supervisory experience
Knowledge of co-occurring disorders
Knowledge of County Health and Human S

Education

Master's degree

Job description

  • Base Pay $106,875.00 - $107,940.00 / Year
  • Job Category Administration
  • Employee Type FT Exempt
  • Required Degree Masters
  • Manage Others Yes
Description

Hours: This is an exempt, salaried position. Must be available for after-hours consultation on a rotating basis.

Office hours are:

  • Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm; Fridays, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; off every other Friday

Salary: $106,875 - $107,940 (unlicensed) or $112,500 - $113,630 (licensed)

As an Assistant Program Director, you will
  • Assist the Program Director with the day-to-day operations of the assigned program, to include staff management, client care, and quality assurance and control.
  • Oversee all admissions to the program and coordinate with other mental health service providers and community resources.
  • Provide supervision to direct service team members, as assigned by the Program Director.
  • Participate in staffing management functions, including interview/hiring, training, payroll/timesheet processing, development, evaluations, and performance counseling as needed.
  • Ensure that program meets or exceeds productivity requirements in meeting the needs of our clients by monitoring units of service in accordance with our contracts.
  • Monitor treatment programs and individual client care, quality control procedures, daily programming, and ensuring the program is in compliance with all regulations.
  • Carry an active case load at any time while maintaining administrative duties, if needed.
  • Monitor client database for quality assurance and client files for accuracy and completeness.
  • Support a collaborative and consultative culture within the program to optimize service delivery
  • 19 days of PTO per year; 12 paid holidays per year
  • Free CEUs and training
  • Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt and access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
  • Opportunities for advancement and growth
CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of behavioral health professionals!

Our Intensive Mobile Psychosocial Assertive Community Treatment programs (Downtown IMPACT, IMPACT, Senior IMPACT and South Bay IMPACT) provide intensive, community-based case management services for homeless adults throughout San Diego County. We deliver fully integrated services to clients diagnosed with a serious mental illness, as well as individuals with co-occurring, mental health, and substance disorders.

Our programs utilize the evidence-based practice of Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) to support our clients in the higher level of community care and to assist them in reaching their goals and living a life not dominated by mental illness. Our team is a model of care, providing treatment, rehabilitation, and case management supports.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County’s residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

Education

Master's degree in a behavioral health-related field such as Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling required

Licensure

Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) required. Licensed with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC strongly preferred.

Clinical supervision is available for this position.

Credentialing

If you are applying to this position as a Licensed, Registered, Waivered, or Certified professional and are offered the position, you will be required to complete the credentialing process. Additional information will be provided at the post-offer stage.

Additional Qualifications and Skills
  • At least two years of experience in a mental health environment required
  • At least 1+ years of supervisory experience required
  • Organized, with a strong attention to detail
  • Knowledge of co-occurring disorders is essential
  • Knowledge of County Health and Human Services requirements is essential
  • A valid California driver’s license in good standing, personal vehicle, proof of insurance and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position
  • Must be able to pass criminal/background clearance
Summary

Assists the Program Director with overall coordination of the program’s operation, including but notlimited to: contractual requirements; staff management; client care and quality assurance and control.

Additional Information
  • Services Mobile Assertive Community Treatment
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