Program Director - Family Partnership Program

FAMILY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM

The Family Partnership Program works with a multidisciplinary team to help support the families and caregivers of children and young adults. Family Partners help families with obtaining community services and support; they also participate in trainings and education on mental health and special education needs. The Family Partnership Program provides services within the Alameda County Behavioral Health (ACBH) system serving children and young adults.

What makes FPP unique is that all of our staff care for a loved one with a mental health condition or serious mental illness.

WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Eligible for first pay increase after successful completion of 3-month introductory period
• 100% paid medical and dental coverage for the employee
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Generous time off benefits:
• 14 paid Holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Years
• Vacation leave 2 weeks per year, increases to 4 weeks by year four of employment
• Mileage reimbursement for work related travel
• Paid volunteer time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training

OVERVIEW: PROGRAM DIRECTOR

The Director of the Family Partnership program reports to the Director of Programs and collaborates with other professionals as part of Alameda County Behavioral Health Department (BHD) multidisciplinary youth services. The Program Director is responsible for the training and supervision of Family Partners and will assist and mentor families navigating Alameda County Children and Young Adult System of Care services: behavioral health, special education, child welfare, and juvenile justice. The Family Partner is required to document all services in Clinician's Gateway according to BHD/CalAim standards and requirements, and maintain an active caseload of families.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all operations of the program and serves as the primary contact with the Alameda County Behavioral Health Department (ACBHD).
• Recruits trains and supervisors all Family Partner program personnel in collaboration with ACBHD clinical staff.
• Partner with other professionals as part of BHD multidisciplinary child and young adult services
• Manages the contract with ACBHD ensuring that all deliverables are met
• Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the County documenting progress towards meeting contract benchmarks while developing plans to modify programming and operations as necessary
• Supports staff with sensitive and critical client cases/ clients in crisis
• Assist and mentor families navigating Alameda County System of Care services: behavioral health, special education, child welfare, and juvenile justice
• Assist families in obtaining community services and support
• Participate in training, conferences and workshops related to youth and family issues
• Assist families to become empowered, advocate and educated as members of their child's treatment team

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have personal experience raising a child who has received services (mental health, special education, social services, and/or juvenile probation). Note: Education/professional experience does NOT replace the lived experience that is required.
• Must successfully pass a fingerprint background check by CADOJ and FBI
• Must have a motor vehicle available for daily use, possess a valid California drivers license, carry vehicle liability insurance, and have an acceptable motor vehicle report, as determined by MHAAC's insurance broker.
• Possess a high school diploma, or equivalency certificate.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Outlook and Word
• Must be able to provide proof of full Covid-19 vaccination and be willing to obtain CDC/Alameda County recommended booster shots, including the current Omicron-FLiRT booster

ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• HIPAA Training
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Experience working in a non-profit that serves a diverse community

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week, full-time, including paid lunch break

LOCATION: This position will be based in San Leandro, CA. The Family Partner will be required to travel by car to clients and meetings within Alameda County

SALARY: $94,000 annually Employee benefits include generous vacation, sick leave, and health/dental insurance. Required travel for clients and meetings is reimbursed at the federal reimbursement rate

The Mental Health Association of Alameda County is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

We are also committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us and describe the specific accommodation

Mental Health Assn of Alameda County provided the following inclusive hiring information:

• Women-led organization
• Disability accommodations
• LGBTQ friendly workplace
• Age-inclusive
• Diversity and inclusion training or programs
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $94,000 annually

Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:

All employees are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and keep up-to-date with boosters. Air purifiers in the office.

Application Question(s):

• DEAL BREAKER: Do you have personal experience raising a child who has received mental health, special education, social services, and/or juvenile probation services?
• Are you a Peer Certified Support Specialist?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location