ADU Assistant Director - Dore Residential

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PROGRESS FOUNDATION

ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR - ACUTE DIVERSION UNIT

WHO WE ARE - Progress Foundation provides those experiencing symptoms of serious mental illness and other co-occurring disorders with alternatives to institutional placement. We are a private, non-profit mental health agency operating in San Francisco, Napa and Sonoma Counties. The primary treatment philosophy of Progress Foundation is described by the Principles of Social Rehabilitation, which emphasize the role of a home-like treatment environment, the importance of building honorable therapeutic relationships and the significance of encouraging the active participation of the client in their treatment planning.

WORK WITH US! Staff work with clients to create treatment plans tailored to the unique strengths of the individual. Services are targeted to respond to the needs of individuals who are considered severely disabled due to mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse. Progress Foundation provides the full spectrum of treatment from a community-based Psychiatric Crisis Clinic and short-term Crisis Residential to moderate and long-term Transitional Residential treatment. We also provide Case Management Services in independent housing and treatment-focused cooperative living apartments.

OUR SERVICES - Each program level is designed to meet the needs of clients with the level of support necessary for that individual. Admission to all Progress Foundation programs is on a voluntary basis only. Services are specifically targeted to respond to the needs of individuals who are considered severely disabled due to mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse. Program services and staffing reflect a strong commitment to diversity and an awareness of the critical importance of cultural, ethnic, linguistic and social issues in the provision of effective community behavioral health services.​ADU ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Assistant Director supervises staff of this adult psychiatric acute residential treatment program. The Assistant Director manages the flow of clients into and out of the program. Specific functions are outlined in the job description.

Generally, Assistant Director duties include: Promoting the philosophy of social rehabilitation as it applies to residential treatment; developing and maintaining good working relationships with client referral sources and other related mental health programs; reviewing all charts and client records; assisting in staff training; coordinating the staff schedule and coordinating the collection of client data. In addition, the Assistant Director advocates for and participates in the maintenance of the facility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - MHRS Certification required for this position.

AA in any field 6 years experience in any mental health related field
BA in any field 4 years experience in any mental health related field
MA in any field 2 years experience in any mental health related field

Specific experience in residential treatment and/or knowledge of social rehabilitation is preferred. Must demonstrate strong clinical, organizational, and leadership skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, clients and other providers both orally and in writing. Basic word processing skills. Must demonstrate an acceptable level of maturity, good judgment and emotional stability. Must be able to negotiate several flights of stairs and lift and carry 20lb packages multiple times during each work shift.

Progress Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Bilingual/bi-cultural, people of color, women, individuals with personal experience as consumers of mental health services and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Upon receipt of a job offer and before commencement of employment, must submit to a fingerprint check and health screening exam in order to obtain clearance from the State Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Valid California driver's license and insurability under the agency's auto insurance policies are preferred. Employment is contingent upon meeting the above minimum qualifications and verification of previous employment and education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

License

License Eligible

Language and Cultural Competencies

Applicants with preferred qualifications may be paid more, depending on qualifications and the need of the Organization.

The Company will consider qualified applicants including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $73,560.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $73,560