Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of disaster survivors? Do you have a knack for leading and inspiring teams? We are looking for a dynamic CCP Program Manager to take the helm of our Crisis Counseling Program in Harris County. In this role, you will provide leadership and oversight for crisis counseling services, ensuring compliance with data requirements and quality assurance standards. Your responsibilities will include recruiting and training team members, coordinating service delivery, and fostering relationships with state, county, and local partners.

Your Role in Action:

• Leadership and Supervision: Recruit, train, supervise, and monitor the performance of all team members within the program area. Develop and coordinate the overall delivery of services to ensure high-quality crisis counseling.
• Public Information: Coordinate the development and dissemination of local public information materials to keep the community informed and engaged.
• Community Collaboration: Develop collaborative relationships with local volunteer organizations, social services, governmental organizations, and caregivers to enhance service delivery.
• Budget Management: Develop and monitor the budget for field operations, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Reporting: Write detailed reports on counseling and case management services, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
• Safety and Compliance: Know and comply with safety programs to contribute to a safe environment for individuals, staff, and visitors.

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What qualifications you will need:

Education:

• Master's degree (M.A.) or equivalent in Business, Human Services, or a related area.

Experience:

• 8 years of experience in the field of mental health preferred.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.

Other Key Qualifications:

• Valid Texas driver's license required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency in crisis counseling techniques.
• Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with disaster survivors and community resources.
• Strong leadership and administrative skills.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in word processing and Excel software.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

What else you should know:

• This position will be located at 9401 Southwest Fwy. Houston, TX 77004.
• Important Notice: This position is funded through a specific grant and is subject to the availability of these funds. The employment term is tied to the duration of the grant, which is expected to be one year.

What we have to offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching – a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

About us:

The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The HARRIS CENTER provided care to over 79,000 people in fiscal year 2019 and has an annual budget of over $275 million. As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at 86 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.