Program Director

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families in need? We are and would love to have you help.

We are looking for a Program Director for our TSS Mental Wellness Program in Fairfield. We provide integrated, cost-effective mental health services, employment and housing for adults, children and their families that promote recovery, independence and self-sufficiency. We are committed to innovative and high quality services that assist adults and children with psychiatric, emotional and/or developmental disabilities in achieving their goals.

PURPOSE

Under administrative direction of the Regional Director, manages the day-to-day operations of an assigned program within a specific geographic region.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an at-will leadership position within a program. This position is responsible for all aspects of program development, design, and implementation. Additionally, this position is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of assigned staff who perform the established duties of the program. This is a management position responsible for all phases of the management process within the assigned program.

The class is distinguished from the Regional Director by the latter’s overall executive responsibility for multiple programs within a specified geographic region while the former focuses on a specific program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that could be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Ensures staff compliance with productivity standards to ensure fiscal viability of program.
• Assesses, develops and implements plans to meet programming and service provision needs.
• Provides “on-the-spot” support that is both helpful to the members and consistent with the philosophy of the program.
• Represents the Program at community meetings as assigned.
• Liaises with County personnel with regard to program design, audit and other regulatory issues of contract.
• Conducts public relations activities in coordination with administration.
• Works with program staff and members to develop planning and evaluation strategies.
• Provides prompt intervention in the event of a crisis both to stop the crisis and to notify, when indicated, persons and agencies necessary for the resolution of the crisis situation.
• Insures the safety, health, and well-being of staff and members.
• Monitors safety status of facility; represents or assigns a representative to the safety committee.
• Facilitates all-staff meetings.
• Responsible for budget development in conjunction with Fiscal Department; monitors budget on a monthly and annual basis.
• Insures overall compliance with contractual agreement with County provider including outcomes.
• Insures program meets quality management standards for documentation, billing and service provision.
• Provides all necessary reports to the County and Administration in a timely fashion.

Ability To:

• Work and communicate effectively with staff, families, community agencies, and professionals.
• Perform crisis intervention strategies.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Understand budgeting requirements and budgetary implications for programming.
• Work effectively under stress and conflict.
• Exercise appropriate judgment and decision making.
• Be flexible and adaptable in any given situation.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Supervise staff, delegate responsibility, and provide leadership and training.
• Be well organized, flexible, and self-disciplined.
• Plan, organize, implement and evaluate programs.
• Develop, document, and improve work procedures, processes and systems.
• Direct the preparation of and/or prepare clear and comprehensive reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work, including County officials and managers, employee representatives, representatives of other governmental agencies, community, business and other groups, employees and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Education, Training and Experience

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is through graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field and valid registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) ; four (4) years of varied experience as a provider of mental health services; minimum of one (1) year supervisory/ management experience.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

• California driver’s license & current vehicle insurance/registration
• Reliable means of transportation capable of passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport inclusive of bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles.
• License eligibility/registration with BBS or CA Board of Psychology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Education, Training and Experience

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is through graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field and full licensure as a LMFT, LCSW or LPCC; four (4) years of varied experience as a provider of mental health services; minimum of one (1) year supervisory/ management experience.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

• Registration with BBS or CA Board of Psychology
• California driver’s license & current vehicle insurance/registration
• Reliable means of transportation capable of passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport inclusive of bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $91,000.00 - $97,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person

Salary : $91,000 - $97,000