Program Manager

Hiring: Program Manager

Location: Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center | 700 Four Mile Parkway | Canon City, CO 81212

Now hiring a Program Manager at Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center. Here, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team helping at-risk adolescents on the Mental Health Unit BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

Salary: $80,000 Annually

Job Type: Full-time

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.

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.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

Summary - Program Manager

Under limited supervision, serve as the Program Manager of youth services for Tribal and non-Tribal referrals, addressing and planning for the individual needs of each Native America / Pacific Islander youth admitted to the program and ensuring appropriate service delivery.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Although it is not possible to provide an exhaustive list of all types of duties, responsibilities and performance standards, the following are some typical duties:

• Accounts for program development efforts of a specialized Native American treatment program, including program design, content, curriculum, administration and management in collaboration with SPRTC Senior Management team.
• Manages case management and therapeutic activities for the Native American youth.
• Supervise Therapist, Native American Program.
• Supervise Native American Marketing Liaison.
• Oversees marketing and admission in the Native American Program from Tribal communities.
• Ensures treatment planning and portfolio management of all Native American youth from Tribal communities.
• Manages all customer services issues related to Native American youth from Tribal communities.
• Participates in staffing or multi-disciplinary meeting by sharing observations and recommendations regarding the facility, Native American and Pacific Islander youth to identify and solve problems and function as a unified team.
• Participates in staffing or multi-disciplinary meeting in order to develop or review plan for Native American youth discharging from the facility, including transitional services with emphasis on tribal collaboration.
• Ensures the individual and community development and implementation of cultural specific programming.
• Provides Cultural Diversity Trainings, Sanctuary Trainings, and other trainings to all staff.
• Communicates the youth’s special needs to all staff so that they are able to be more effective in their interaction with the youth and crisis intervention can be implemented.
• Is available to Native American and Pacific Islander youth to discuss matters of personal nature, so that the residents receive the support and feedback necessary to make positive behavioral changes.
• Conducts informal group sessions as needed with Native American and Pacific Islander youth and staff to familiarize new Native American and Pacific Islander youth with program requirements, staff and other youths.
• Maintains confidentiality obtained through job duties regarding employees, vendors, youths, and outside agencies so that sensitive information is only given on a "need to know" basis.
• Completes in-service training to meet the requirements for continued personal and professional self-development.
• Complies with Geo Care Inc. work rules and policies as explained in the company Employee Handbook, the Facility Policies and Procedures Manual; and respond positively to directives from managers and supervisors in a cooperative spirit to ensure conformance to standards.
• Adheres to Geo Care Inc.’s attendance policy; is available to work all shifts; work overtime as required; ensures adequate coverage of the program and ensures the safety and security of the youths.
• Transports Native American and Pacific Islander youth as needed or required by contracting agencies or facility initiated.
• Ensures facility safety rules are followed; takes appropriate corrective action to ensure work is performed in a safe manner and without injury to self or others.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a team spirit and a sense of cooperation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, sociology, psychology, criminal justice or closely related field. Plus two years of professional treatment experience, or educational substitutions for work experience may be applied on a year for year basis (approved by state licensing agency).
• Able to deal effectively and therapeutically with dysfunctional behavior.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Assess treatment and supervision needs of youth in custody.
• Makes critical decisions without supervision.
• Functionally supervise staff volunteers

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As we work to make a difference in people’s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!

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.

Join Us in Building Better Futures!

Thank you for your interest in a rewarding career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider applying for employment.