Outreach Program Manager

Healthcare-Alternative-Systems,-Inc; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

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PTO

Holidays

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

FSA

Retirement plan

Education support

Life & Disability

EAP

Résumé du poste

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. seeks an Outreach Program Manager to lead HAS Outreach and Harm Reduction services across multiple Chicagoland locations. You will supervise staff, manage data and reporting, and build partnerships with community organizations and treatment providers.

The role emphasizes evidence-based outreach, compliance with funder requirements, and staff development in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Human Services, Psychology, or related field required.
• Three+ years supervising or managing grant-funded programs with reporting and budgeting.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; strong communication skills in both languages.

Responsabilités

• Lead, plan, and coordinate HAS Outreach and Harm Reduction services.
• Supervise outreach staff, including performance management and development.
• Track program outcomes, prepare reports, and ensure contract deliverables.
• Develop partnerships with community stakeholders and treatment providers.
• Oversee Narcan/Naloxone distribution and referrals.

Connaissances

Grant management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Staff supervision

Program management

Data reporting

Project coordination

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/Public Health

Master's degree preferred

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

MISSION/VISIONHealthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) provides a continuum of multicultural and bilingual (English/Spanish) behavioral care and social services that empower individuals, families, and communities. HAS seeks to implement sustainable programs that benefit society by improving the well-being and recovery efforts of those individuals, families, and communities impacted by behavioral health problems. With eleven locations across the Chicagoland area, HAS provides services and resources to individuals at every stage in their behavioral/recovery journey so that they can be successful and become contributing members of their communities.JOB SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Program Director, the Outreach Program Manager is responsible for leading, planning, coordinating, and implementing all Outreach and Harm Reduction services at Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS). This leadership role is accountable for building and managing a high-performing outreach team, overseeing day-to-day program operations, managing grant compliance and reporting, and driving the strategic development of HAS’s Harm Reduction Program. The Outreach Program Manager serves as the primary point of accountability for program outcomes, community partnerships, and staff performance. Core areas of responsibility include: successfully engaging individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) through linkage to prevention, treatment, and harm reduction services; cultivating and managing partnerships with community stakeholders and treatment providers; overseeing staff supervision, training, and professional development; ensuring the delivery of evidence-based outreach and case management services; and maintaining full compliance with all funder requirements and organizational policies.ESSENTIAL DUTIES*9am-5pm Monday-Friday Must be flexibleLeads, supervises, and supports the Outreach team, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, scheduling, and ongoing coaching and professional development of all outreach staff.Oversees the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of HAS’s Outreach and Harm Reduction Program, ensuring services are evidence-based, culturally responsive, and aligned with organizational and funder priorities.Tracks program outcomes data, prepares timely and accurate reports, and ensures the program meets all contractual deliverablesCultivates and manages strategic partnerships with community agencies, harm reduction stakeholders, and treatment providers; represents HAS in relevant coalitions, networks, and community forums.Directs outreach strategies to engage individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) across multiple venues and settings; oversees linkage to prevention, treatment, and harm reduction services at HAS and in the community.Oversees Narcan/Naloxone distribution initiatives and coordinates referrals; ensures appropriate supply chain management and documentation.Leads the development and delivery of training, education, and capacity-building initiatives on harm reduction principles for HAS staff, program participants, and external partner organizations.Identifies data trends, evaluates program effectiveness, and uses quality improvement processes to inform programmatic decisions and strengthen service delivery outcomes.Maintains oversight of services provided to individuals engaged during outreach, ensuring timely and appropriate connections to treatment, housing, benefits, and other supportive services.Collaborates with the Program Director on program planning, policy development, and strategic growth initiatives; contributes to proposals for new grant funding opportunities.Ensures all outreach operations are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, HAS policies, and funder requirements; addresses program issues and escalates concerns to the Program Director as appropriate.Coordinates and curates harm reduction information, referral pathways, and care option resources for outreach staff and clients.Conducts regular supervision meetings with outreach staff, reviews case documentation, and monitors service delivery quality to ensure fidelity to program model and HAS standards.Performs other duties as assigned.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIESDemonstrated experience managing grant-funded programs, including reporting, compliance, and budget monitoring – required.Must have a thorough understanding of knowledge of substance abuse and its modalities of treatment – required.Bilingual/Bicultural (English/Spanish) preferred.Knowledge of MS Office applications.Flexible to adapt to schedules of workload to the needs and demands of the program.Possession of a valid State Driver’s License and willingness to use personal vehicle in course of employment.HAS requires all staff to work onsite.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution with U.S. Department of Education approval – required. Master’s degree preferred.Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or program management experience, including direct staff supervision, performance management, and program oversight – required.Minimum of three (3) years of experience in substance abuse treatment, harm reduction, or a related behavioral health field – required. Relevant certifications such as CADC or CSAD preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITSAt HAS, we value our employees and offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. When you join our team, you’ll receive:19 Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)13 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to rest and rechargeComprehensive Health Insurance – Affordable HMO, PPO, and HSA options through Blue Cross Blue ShieldDental & Vision Coverage – Choose from HMO or PPO dental plans and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue ShieldFlexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical, dependent care and commuterRetirement Plan – 403(b)Life & Disability InsuranceEducation & Training Support - $200 dollars annualVoluntary BenefitsEAP