Program Manager

Harm Reduction Model based Behavioral Health Organization seeking multiple CA BBS registered Therapists/Clinicians/Program Managers in Los Angeles.

Job Details
Location: Los Angeles, CA. Salary: $70,000 - $78,000 per year.

We are a harm reduction minded behavioral health organization with the aim of improving the housing and living conditions for all members of our community, especially the homeless, in need, and at risk. We are among the largest social services agencies in LA County. Our mission is to end homelessness and provide affiliated services such as outreach, housing, substance abuse, wellness, and healthcare.

Our clients include people dealing with mental illness, physical illness or disabilities; women and children experiencing domestic violence; and veterans. We tailor services to each person’s needs to help them rebuild their lives.

Position Overview
We need Program Managers for various programs in downtown Los Angeles, including project‑based housing and two separate street outreach programs. These managers must be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, in good standing, and have clinical experience. They are responsible for oversight, coordination, operational activities, and quality control of their designated programs.

Day to Day Responsibilities

Provide leadership to the multidisciplinary teams, ensuring continuity of care and services between The People Concern agency resources and partnering agencies

Provide individual and team supervision, support, and performance evaluations for assigned staff

Provide clinical guidance to staff as needed, including in emergencies and crisis situations

Ensure that services emphasize customer choice and harm reduction

Be available to respond to emergency calls and situations on a 24‑hour basis when needed

Assist in the screening, assessment, and enrollment of clients in a range of services

Ensure all paperwork and data collection is complete, timely, accurate, and current in agency records and electronic databases through on‑going audits of electronic data bases and chart reviews

Assist Program Director in budgetary oversight of program administration and ensure program revenue and expenses are within the adopted annual budget

Ensure adherence to funding source contracts and performance standards; prepare written reports on program activities as assigned and as required by funding sources

Provide training to staff on policies and procedures of the program

Assist in the screening, assessment and enrollment of participants including orientation to program policies resources and goals

Supervisory Responsibilities

Oversight of a single location’s clinicians, clinical case managers, administrative staff and others

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in a related field (Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy)

Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences + Hours Towards Licensure

2 years of experience working with the homeless, mentally ill, or those with substance additions

Supervisory experience

Able to work in a high‑tolerance harm‑reduction model

Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certifications

Valid CA Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

LCSW or LMFT License

Clinical Supervisory Experience

Knowledge of substance abuse treatment

Work Environment

Office environment with occasional field work

Why join us?

Large Social Services Agency

Local Los Angeles Community Impact

Help to put roofs over the heads of those in need

Non‑Profit Organization

Extremely Visible role within organization = Career Path + Clear Fast Upward Mobility

Competitive Pay

Great Benefits

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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