What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Regional Director position at Turning Point Community Programs?
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the administrative direct of the Program Director or designee, this at-will leadership position manages the day-to-day operations of assigned programs within a specific geographic region.
This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Turning Point Community Programs as assigned by the Chief Operations Officer/Regional Director. Directly supervises personnel and line staff as designated by the Chief Operations Officer/Regional Director. Provides direct support at all sites as designated by the Chief Operations Officer/Regional Director.
The class is distinguished from the Regional Director by the latter’s overall executive responsibility for the assigned region.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that could be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
- Oversees implementation of program components (i.e., group counseling, therapy, recreational activities, skill training groups).
- Recommends changes in program and new programming ideas.
- Assists in development of and monitors internal procedures relative to program administration.
- Provides “on-the-spot” counseling that is both helpful to the members and consistent with the philosophy of the program.
- Represents the Best Team Programs at community meetings as assigned.
- Provides direct support for all sites when needed.
- Conducts public relations activities in coordination with administration.
- Works with staff, residents, and members to develop planning and evaluation strategies.
- Assesses agency needs in coordination with residents, staff, parents, and others.
- Provides prompt intervention in the event of a crisis both to stop the crisis and to notify, when indicated, persons and agencies necessary for the resolution of the crisis situation.
- Keeps identified staff apprised of outside sources for education and training.
- Works closely with the Chief Operations Officer to coordinate all programs and their components.
- Works closely with Administrative Assistant in coordination of duties.
- Ensures the safety, health, and well-being of the members.
- Travels between sites and to various county and community meetings as required.
- Attends off-site trainings as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is through graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field and valid registration with the Board of Behavior Sciences (BBS) as an AMFT, ACSW or APCC; four (4) years of varied experience as a provider of mental health services; minimum of one (1) year supervisory/ management experience.
LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Registration with BBS or CA Board of Psychology
- California driver’s license & current vehicle insurance/registration if driving; and,
- Reliable means of transportation capable of passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport inclusive of bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles.
Schedule: M-F 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge Of
- Turning Point’s Mission, Vision and Core Values.
- Principles and goals of community mental health.
- Principles and goals of the “consumer/family driven model.”
- Psychosocial rehabilitation’s treatment and programming.
- Principles and goals of “family centered model.”
Ability To
- Work and communicate effectively with staff, families, community agencies, and professionals.
- Perform crisis intervention strategies.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Understand budgeting requirements and budgetary implications for programming.
- Work effectively under stress and conflict.
- Exercise appropriate judgment and decision making.
- Be flexible and adaptable in any given situation.
- Work as a member of a team.
- Supervise staff, delegate responsibility, and provide leadership and training.
- Be well organized, flexible, and self-disciplined.
- Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate programs.
- Develop, document, and improve work procedures, processes, and systems.
- Direct the preparation of and/or prepare clear and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work, including county officials and managers, employee representatives, representatives of other governmental agencies, community, business and other groups, employees, and the public.
- Get to multiple locations typically via car.
SKILLS
- Managing
- Oversight
- Providing therapy
- Supervising
- Budgeting
- Crisis intervention
- Decision-making
- Self-discipline
- Leadership
- Organization
- Emotional intelligence
- Communication
- Stress-management
- Conflict-management
- Teamwork
- Driving
