What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director, Assistant position at Abraxas Youth and Family Services?
We're seeking a solutions-oriented and collaborative Assistant Program Director to join our multi-disciplinary treatment team!
Hiring : Assistant Program Director
Location : Southwood Interventions | 5701 S. Wood St. | Chicago, IL 60636
If you are looking to help improve lives and create better futures with people in our community, consider applying for the Assistant Program Director position with Southwood Interventions!
In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supervising a team of clinical substance use counselors and you will provide oversight and coordination of professional, administrative and clinical activities. Specific responsibilities include program development and management, supervision of staff and establishment of positive community relations through ongoing collaboration and communication with relevant professionals and agencies. The position requires a balance of clinical and administrative leadership.
Salary Range : $80,000 - $90,000 Annually
Job Type : Full-time
Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
If you are a solutions-oriented and collaborative professional who shares our commitment to helping people with substance abuse and mental health issues turn their lives around - WE HAVE THE JOB FOR YOU!
Assistant Program Directors responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
- Planning, organizing, directing and controlling the management and delivery of quality client services within a defined substance abuse treatment program.
- Reviews clinical treatment program services and results; ensures compliance with program and Foundation standards and objectives, applicable contracts, regulations and accreditation standards. Recommends program budgets, goals, and policies; and ensures effective implementation and administration of same.
- Interviews, hires, oversees the training and development of, schedules, assigns work to, evaluates the performance and competence of and, when necessary, disciplines and discharges subordinate staff in accordance with established personnel policies. Develops staff retention programs.
- Develops and recommends program goals and objectives and designs and implements appropriate plans to meet agreed-upon goals. Assists subordinate supervisors in developing and meeting goals and objectives for their areas of responsibility.
- Conducts regular meetings with program staff to communicate program goals, objectives, and short- and long-term plans, to provide advice and guidance in resolving complex case problems and to conduct staff in-service training.
- Maintains and fosters cooperative working relationships with a variety of referral resources and services, community organizations and criminal justice and social services agencies.
- Maintains and enhances knowledge and expertise through appropriate educational and organizational activities. Creates an annual personal development plan to increase management skills, abilities and competence. Serves on internal and external committees as assigned.
Required
Education | Licensure | Skills | Abilities
Benefits & Perks : We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you - both at home and at work.
Who We Are :
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry / transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.
Why Should You Consider Abraxas?
Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.
We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!
Interested in joining our outstanding team? If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000
