[ref. z34672817] Assistant Program Director at Dominion House - Schenectady

Mohawk Opportunities is committed to helping individuals living with Mental Illness, HIV/AIDS and those who are homeless achieve stable community living and independence by providing:

• Housing that is safe and affordable.
• Services that facilitate growth and recovery.
• Relationships built on a foundation of caring and respect, and
• A sense of hope for the future.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Program Director are to provide assistance in the operation of the stabilization group home which services adults who have a psychiatric diagnosis. The goal is to work with the clients to stabilize while also providing rehabilitative services so he/she can transition to the next level of independence. This position provides leadership and mentoring to staff as they provide client centered services and complete the accompanying documentation. Specific duties included:

• Assist the Program Director in providing oversight of the daily operation of the program; client services, and staff supervision.
• This position would specifically oversee the client service delivery to ensure it is client centered and meets all requirements. Assist staff and oversee the documentation for these services are completed in an accurate and timely manner by providing training, mentoring, and supervision to staff.
• Provide client centered services. Role model, train, and provide support to staff as they provide client services including supportive counseling to assist in stabilizing; crisis prevention skills and coping skills; verbal crisis intervention; medication supervision; teaching of daily living skills; and recreational activities.

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Requirements

Skills/Qualifications for the Assistant Program Director include:

• BA/BS in human services and 1-year experience in human services, Associates degree in human services with 3 years’ experience, or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
• Experience specifically working with the mentally ill population, medication supervision, and residential experience required.
• Supervisor experience preferred.
• Valid and insurable driver's licenses.
• Experience or education in crisis intervention and prevention preferred.
• Both the ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• The ability to be organized and have good time management skills.

Benefits

Salary and Benefits of the Assistant Program Director at Dominion House:

• $24.30/hour: $50,544.00/annual equivalent. Overtime is available; $36.45/overtime rate. 40 hours per week.
• Excellent benefits.
• Staff training and development.
• Generous paid time off.
• 30-minute paid lunch.
• Supportive work environment.
• Culture of Caring.

Assistant Program Director Medication Specialist Schedule:

• Sunday Off
• Monday Off
• Tuesday 2:00pm-10:00pm
• Wednesday 12:00pm-8:00pm
• Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm
• Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
• Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm