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Gandara Mental Health Center Program Director/Pride in Northampton, Massachusetts
Program Director \| Pride Job Category: Operations-Adolescent & Family Services Requisition Number: PROGR003153 Full-Time Northampton, MA 01062, USA Why Work for Gandara: Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the G?ndara team today! Benefits: Retirement Plan 403(b) Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance Paid vacations Paid holidays 8 discretionary days Mileage Reimbursement Salary: Salary Range \| \$75,000 - \$80,000 Additional Benefits: Career Growth Opportunities Culturally Diverse population Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility Clinical Licensing Support Work Location: Greater Springfield, MA *Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply *EOE M/F/D/V *Union/Non-Union Job Summary: We are searching for a Program Director to provide leadership for the treatment team at the program, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among workers and consumers. To manage the day to day operations of the program which is designed to empower residents with the skills needed to achieve lasting recovery. The Program Director is accountable to the Senior Director, who is responsible for providing supervision and training. The Program Director is one who actively promotes the philosophy of the Rehabilitation and Supportive Services programs, and maintains a high level of commitment to the programs. Duties and Responsibilities: Necessary to meet overall agency goals and provide services to program consumers. Responsible for the quality and quantity of all services provided by the program. Provides direct support, training and supervision to staff. Oversees the supervision and training of all program staff. Hires, terminates, promotes, evaluates and disciplines staff as needed. Manages clients? clinical services; overall management of treatment planning process. Assures adherence to program treatment philosophy. Acts as the principal referral contact for prospective clients, including overseeing referral requests, arranging for evaluative interviews and admission intakes, maintaining a log of all referral activities, as well as establishing and maintaining relations with all prospective referral sources. Develops accountability systems for staff and clients. Delivers services to any client in the program in the event that the assigned staff is unavailable. Screens all referrals to the program for appropriateness. Oversees and/or conducts client interviews and selection process. Responsible for competent and complete shift coverage. Ensures orientation is conducted with all new personnel on program operation, procedures and practices, and that all new employees attend SEE THE GANDARA WEBSITE FOR COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor?s degree in relevant field. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Human Services and one (1) year of Management/ Supervisory experience. Must have valid driver?s license Must meet Agency requirements for driving history records; Pass Criminal and DCF Background Record Check Ability to work effectively with other community Agencies (i.e., School Dept., DCF, Juvenile Court, EEC, etc.) Excellent communication, record-keeping and organizational skills required. Those who are Bilingual (English + Spanish) or Bicultural are encouraged to apply.