Assistant Program Director - Community Housing/Sandy Shores

## Description **JOB DESCRIPTION** The Assistant Program Director will need to possess good written and oral English communication skills; ability to work as a member of a team, to maintain appropriate boundaries while working in close inter-personal relationships; ability to learn and apply principles of social rehabilitation. The incumbent should have knowledge of community resources desirable; have strong organizational skills, adaptability, be empathic and relate effectively with clients, other staff, professionals and members of the community. The Assistant Program Director works onsite at assigned location(s). **WHO WE ARE** Looking to make a difference? Our mission at Interim is to provide services and affordable housing to supporting members of our community with mental illness by building productive and satisfying lives in a world in which people with mental illness are able to live, work, learn and participate fully in the community. Join our team and instill hope in the community. **WHAT WE OFFER** - Competitive Compensation - Tuition reimbursement for eligible positions - Clinical licenses and training reimbursement for eligible positions - Loan repayment for eligible positions - Generous health, vision, dental, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and life insurance coverage for full-time employees - Monthly payment in lieu of insurance coverage for eligible positions - 403b Retirement Plan with Interim matching contribution - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals. You can earn up to 24 days of vacation in your first year. - Professional development and learning opportunities. - BBS registered supervisors onsite for ongoing Clinical Supervision - Annual employee recognition and staff appreciation events - Employee referral bonus program - Offers flexible work schedules - A fulfilling career while providing a family centered focus and work-life balance **HOW TO APPLY** To learn more about Interim and to apply for this position, please go to our website at http://www.interiminc.org/employment/. **COMPENSATION** $37.25 - $52.17 per hour. Nonexempt; 40 hours/week; Eligible for overtime. Compensation based on education and experience. **REPORTS TO** Program Director. **QUALIFICATIONS** BA and two years’ experience working with adults with serious mental illness or with substance abuse problems in a social rehabilitation program or experience in a related field. Excellent English oral and written communication skills; strong clinical skills, and ability to work with a culturally diverse team; knowledge of community resources. Drivers license for at least two years and driving record acceptable to insurance carrier. Valid California driver's license; auto in safe operating condition; auto liability insurance; good driving record; criminal record clearance; proof of authorization to work in the United States as required by Immigration and Reform Act of 1986. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** - Supervise program in absence of Program Director, including facilitation of staff meetings, participation in steering committee meetings, and supervision of staff, when required. - Participate in selection and orientation of new Community Housing staff members and provide on-going support and supervision to Community Housing team. - Provide back-up crisis support and emergency coverage for Community Housing Counselor II staff members (on-call as per an assigned schedule). - Supervise day to day operation of Sunflower Gardens which includes mental health services and overall property safety (i.e., report needed repairs, collaborate with housing staff as needed). Provide creative input and direction, including; Holiday dinners, support and mental health groups. Assists in hiring and training of Sunflower staff and oversight of Community Support Worker, Custodian, Administrative Assistant and Counselor II to ensure confidentiality values and principles of social reha…