Assistant Program Manager, Dominion House

Mohawk Opportunities Inc.; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Staff training

Paid time off

Job summary

Mohawk Opportunities Inc. seeks an Assistant Program Manager to help operate a stabilization group home for adults with psychiatric diagnoses in Schenectady, NY. You will lead staff, ensure person-centric service delivery, and mentor teams while supporting residents toward independence.

The role requires strong communication, crisis intervention skills, and the ability to supervise and train staff. A valid driver’s license is needed; agency vehicles are available for transporting clients.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in human services or equivalent.
• Experience with mentally ill population and residential settings required.
• Supervisor experience preferred.
• Valid and insurable driver's license; personal vehicle for business use.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager in daily operation oversight, resident services, and staff supervision.
• Oversee resident service delivery to ensure person-centered care and timely documentation; provide training and mentoring to staff.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

BA/BS in human services

Associate degree in human services + 3 yrs exp

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Assistant Program Manager at Dominion House

Make a Difference Helping Other Where You Matter!

Responsibilities of the Assistant Program Manager is to provide assistance in the operation of the stabilization group home which services adults who have a psychiatric diagnosis in Schenectady, NY. The goal is to collaborate with the residents to stabilize while also providing rehabilitative services so they can transition to the next level of independence. This position provides leadership and mentoring to staff as they provide person-centered services and complete the accompanying documentation.Specific duties included:

• Assist the Program Manager in providing oversight of the daily operation of the program, residents services, and staff supervision.
• Oversee the resident service delivery to ensure it is person-centered and meets all requirements. Assist staff and oversee the documentation for these services are completed in an accurate and timely manner by providing training, mentoring, and supervision to staff.
• Provide client centered services. Train, mentor, and provide support to staff as they provide services including supportive counseling to assist in stabilizing; crisis prevention skills and coping skills; verbal crisis intervention; medication supervision; teaching of daily living skills; and recreational activities.
• On-call on a rotating basis for staff support.
• Promote a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Provide transportation to clients using the agency’s vehicles.

Skills/Qualifications for the Assistant Program Manager include:

• BA/BS in human services and 1-year experience in human services, associate degree in human services with 3 years’ experience, or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
• Experience specifically working with the mentally ill population, medication supervision, and residential experience required.
• Supervisor experience preferred.
• Valid and insurable driver's license. Agency vehicles are available for transporting clients. Must have a personal vehicle to use for business purposes when not transporting clients.

• Experience or education in crisis intervention and prevention preferred.
• Both the ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• The ability to be organized and have strong time management skills.

Salary and Benefits of the Assistant Program Manager at Dominion House:

• $24.01/hour: $49,940.80/annual equivalent. 40 hours per week.
• Excellent benefits, staff training, generous paid time off, and a 30-minute paid lunch.
• Supportive work environment.
• Make A Difference Helping Others in a Workplace Where You Matter
• Providing A Culture of Caring

APM Dominion House Schedule:

• Sunday Off
• Monday Off
• Tuesday 3:00pm-11:00pm
• Wednesday 12:00pm-8:00pm
• Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm
• Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
• Saturday 8:30am-4:30pm

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Equal Opportunity Employer

All offers for employment will be contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed background checks.

Mohawk Opportunities is committed to helping individuals living with mental illness achieve stable community living and independence. Our goal is to provide services and supports that assist individuals living with mental illness to thrive and achieve their full potential for a happy, independent life in the community of their choice.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Sr. Director of Human Resources at 518-836-3980.