Assistant Program Manager - MH Supportive Housing

Unity House; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 46,546 - 55,869; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible hours

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Free training and promotion potential

Job summary

Unity House is dedicated to supporting people with disabilities and empowering employees who support them. This role, a full-time position, offers health insurance, flexible hours, generous PTO, and a 401(k) with company match, along with tuition reimbursement and ongoing training.

The organization emphasizes a people-centered approach in recovery and supportive housing services, encouraging teamwork, empathy, and professional growth within a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in behavioral health, supportive housing, residential services, case management, or related human services required.
• One (1) year of supervisory, lead worker, or team leadership experience required.
• Experience with individuals with mental illness or related programs preferred.
• Proficiency with computers and documentation systems required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communications and leadership skills.
• Travel required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Human Services/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

A career with a cause

At Unity House, We're Dedicated To Supporting People With Disabilities. That's Why We're Dedicated To Our Employees. At Unity House, You'll Empower People To Learn, Grow And Thrive. In Turn, Unity House Will Empower You With

• Full-time benefits - health insurance and more for working 30+ hours per week
• Flexible hours - a work schedule that fits your life
• Generous PTO - Paid Time Off policy
• Peace of mind - 401k contributions matched up to 3.5%
• Wellness - free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs
• Pay options - pay advance opportunity and direct deposit available
• Room to grow - tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities

Our mission

To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability. This is accomplished by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment.

Our vision

All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community

Our values

Honesty, Integrity and Respect

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in behavioral health, supportive housing, residential services, case management, or related human services required.
• One (1) year of supervisory, lead worker, or team leadership experience required.
• Experience working with individuals with mental illness, supportive housing, residential services, or community-based behavioral health programs preferred.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office applications, and electronic documentation systems required.
• Ability to be flexible and work in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communications and leadership/managerial skills essential.
• Evidence of understanding and empathy for the population supported with demonstrated ability to work with persons with Mental Illness.
• Demonstrated ability and knowledge to work with other service provider agencies.
• Previous knowledge/experience with OMH regulations and budgets preferred.
• NYS Driver's License in accordance with regulations and organization policies, practices, and procedures required.
• Travel required.

Full time, 40 hours per week + on call. Schedule TBD

Salary: $22.37 - $26.86 per hour