Program Coordinator - Bridge

The Opportunity Alliance; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Excellent medical benefits

Dental and Vision insurance

Life insurance and STD/LTD

403(b) retirement with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF eligible

Job summary

The Opportunity Alliance’s Bridge program in Portland, ME is a 12-bed residential unit for homeless adults with major mental illness. The Program Coordinator provides administrative and clinical support, assisting the director and guiding direct service staff on evening shifts.

This full-time, on-site role requires a High School Diploma (Associate or B.A. preferred), 1–3 years in mental health, MHRT1 certification within 1 year, and successful background/immunization checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; degrees preferred.
• 1–3 years in mental health field a plus.
• MHRT1 certification within 1 year of employment.
• Must pass background checks and immunization proof.

Responsibilities

• Assist director with program oversight and provide leadership to direct service workers.
• Attend weekly program staff meetings and participate in other necessary meetings.
• Provide system support to ensure high standards of client care and safety.
• Schedule: full time, 40 hours per week; evening shift; on-site in Portland, ME.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Administrative skills

Communication

Driving

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

MHRT1 Certification

Job description

Program Coordinator Bridge program Pay rate: $27.50/hour If you are looking for meaningful work and a wonderful team environment, look no further! This opening is an evening position with our adult residential Bridge Program. The Bridge is a 12-bed residential treatment program for homeless adults living with a major mental illness, many of whom also experience co-occurring conditions. The program works to address the complex needs of the clients, utilizing an integrated, individualized, and client-centered approach, operated 24 hours/day by staff trained in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and mental health and substance use treatment. Often our clients have co-occurring conditions, such as chronic health conditions and/or substance use disorders. The Program Coordinator position provides system support to all direct care positions to meet and maintain the highest standard of client care. This is an assistant management position of a clinical and administrative nature. These positions contribute to the accomplishment of the Agency’s mission through assisting the director in program oversight and providing some leadership to program direct service workers. This position attends weekly program staff meetings and participates in other meetings as necessary. Work is performed, reviewed, and evaluated under the supervision of the Program Director.

Schedule: full time, 40 hours per week - Evening schedule Location: on-site in Portland, ME

Qualifications: High School Diploma required. Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred. One to three years of experience in mental health field a plus. Must become certified as Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT1) within 1 year of employment; then maintain required trainings to uphold continuous MHRT1 status. Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background, child protective service check & sex offender check. Must not be on the state or federal suspension and disbarment list. Must pass CNA registry check. Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and TB screen. Must be able to exert moderate physical effort with occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, driving, typing and frequently lift and carry material weighing up to 25 pounds. Driving may be necessary to attend meetings and trainings and for the occasional need to meet with clients offsite and within the program service area. This may include transportation of clients or driving to agency location to complete work. A good driving record is required.

This role is required by the State of Maine to have proof of immunization or documented immunity against rubeola (measles), mumps, rubella (German measles), varicella (chicken pox), hepatitis B (optional), and influenza. Medical exemption may be accommodated with a written statement from a licensed medical professional. The Agency may assist with obtaining vaccines or proof of immunity if needed.

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off accrual 9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year
• Excellent medical benefits at very reasonable cost
• Dental and Vision insurance options
• Agency paid basic life insurance and STD & LTD disability insurances
• 403(b) retirement with a generous agency match (all employees are eligible)
• Tuition Reimbursement - offered once per year through an application process
• The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

To learn more about our benefits please visit, https://www.opportunityalliance.org/explore-our-benefits. The Opportunity Alliance is "Helping People Reach for a Brighter Future". Mission: The Opportunity Alliance works with people to build better lives and stronger communities. We provide advocacy, leadership, and support to identify the goals and address the needs of individuals, families, and communities. The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a dynamic, results-focused Community Action Agency providing approximately 50 integrated community-based and clinical programs serving more than 20,000 people annually throughout the state of Maine. With over 50 years of experience, TOA draws from a comprehensive set of programs which address issues such as mental health, substance use, homelessness, lack of basic needs, and access to community supports. Through an extensive array of services, TOA provides opportunities for individuals to stabilize fragile situations and then works with them to achieve self-sufficiency. TOA is client-focused with extensive experience working with diverse client populations. TOA programming includes four key sectors of service: Mental Health & Wellness, Community Building, Family & Early Childhood Education, Economic Resources.

To build better lives and stronger communities across Maine, The Opportunity Alliance supports people with the programs and resources they need to improve their health, safety, and stability. The Opportunity Alliance envisions a community in which all people in Maine have access to high-quality childcare and early childhood education programs, safe and stable housing, effective and compassionate mental health and substance use treatment, and basic needs supports.

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For general inquiries: [e-mail] Administrative Office: 50 Lydia Lane South Portland, ME 04106