Assistant Program Director

The Center for Urban Community Services, a national leader in the development of effective housing and service initiatives for homeless people, invites applications for an Assistant Program Director position.

The program provides training in evidence based practices including Motivational Interviewing, Wellness Self-Management and Parenting Journey. Services provided include case management, mental health services and person centered service planning utilizing a family systems approach.

On a continuing basis, this position works closely with the Program Director and has the primary responsibility for supervision of designated clinical staff and oversight of the site’s special services programs, including on-site psychiatry. Additionally, this individual is responsible for maintaining good relations with funders and other stakeholders, and developing and maintaining a program culture that is client centered, outcome oriented, and dedicated to continuous quality improvement.

The position requires a thorough understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures, including strong knowledge and experience with mental health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services aimed to support parents to successfully raise their children in our program. It also requires strong supervisory and administrative skills and the ability to interface effectively and efficiently with colleagues to ensure quality services and program operations.

• Master�s degree in social work, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, public administration, public health, human services, psychology, or related field
  
• Minimum of 4 years applicable experience with related populations in human services organization
  
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory / management experience in HUMAN SERVICES, PUBLIC HEALTH, OR SOCIAL SERVICES
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
• Computer literacy
  

• LMSW, LCSW LMHC or, LMFT
  
• Bilingual Spanish/English
  

• Annual Time Off Benefits: 17 days of PTO for new hires, 20 days of PTO after 1 yr of service, 27 days of PTO after 5 yrs of service, 10 Sick days, 3 personal days, 12 paid holidays
  
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• 403(b) Retirement Plan, Employer contribution and match contribution after 2 years of service
  
• Pre-tax savings plan (including Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plan)
  
• Transit Subsidy
  
• Paid Family Leave; Short-Term Disability insurance
  
• Health Savings account
  
• Life insurance
  
• Tuition reimbursement