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Assistant Director Permanent Supportive Housing, Downtown
The People Concern | |
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) | |
United States, California, Los Angeles | |
April 12, 2024 | |
Assistant Director Permanent Supportive Housing, Downtown
Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA * Los Angeles, CA, USA
Req #11027 Thursday, April 11, 2024
Role:
Assistant Director, Permanent Supportive Housing - Downtown
Reports To: Director, Permanent Supportive Housing Status: Full Time, Exempt (Salary), Management Role Location: The Nest 222 South Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012 Schedule:
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning (403b), Employee Assistant Program (EAP), etc. Summary The Assistant Director of Housing, DHS will support the Program Director of DHS Housing, Downtown in overseeing the site, employees, and clients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Develop effective, trusting relationships with clients using a client-centered approach that includes motivational interviewing and harm reduction
2. Provide Clinical consultation to staff working with difficult clinical situations, and suggest appropriate clinical interventions.
3. Daily coordination and oversight of program operations and program activities, including supervision of Program Managers.
4. Provide administrative supervision to staff working towards licensure.
5. Work with Brilliant Corners, HACLA and HACoLA to address policy or client related advocacy issues.
6. Assist Program Management staff in recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of direct service staff
7. In partnership with Programs Director of Housing, DHS Downtown, provide leadership and supervision to housing department Program Managers.
8. Ensure that data is being entered into the DHS database (CHAMP) in a timely manner
9. Monitor that staff are providing appropriate level of service and that progress notes are being completed in a timely manner.
10. Organize documentation for housing applications (HACoLA, HACLA and Brilliant Corners)
11. Ensure intake and psychosocial assessment are completed for all referrals within timeline listed in DHS ICSM work order
12. Monitor that goal plans are being updated quarterly
13. Ensure data entry accuracy for reporting requirements' outcomes
14. Oversee chart accuracy for audit purposes
15. Participate in case conference, staff meetings, trainings and retreats
16. Maintain client confidentiality at all times and ensure to follow agency, state and HIPAA laws
17. Provide crisis intervention for clients when necessary and follow up on grievances
18. Attend Quality Assurance meetings
19. Provide death and dying debriefing with staff when directed
20. Ensure adherence to policies and procedures
Qualifications 1. Licensed Mental Health Provider holding an MSW, or equivalent degree (2 years post License preferred)
2. Extensive experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders
3. At least 2 years of management/supervisory experience preferred
4. Able to work in a high tolerance Harm Reduction model with Members who have multiple barriers
5. Demonstrated knowledge of issues faced by population served
6. Extensive knowledge of local and federal government benefits and entitlements
7. Knowledge of other social service providers
8. Detail oriented with excellent time management, organizational, written, verbal, interpersonal, computer, and cross-cultural communication skills
9. Computer literate; able to effectively use computerized database for client file management, with basic skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel programs
10. Skilled in data collection
11. Valid CA Driver's license, reliable car, auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record
12. Academic background in Social Work or Psychology strongly preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT 1. Combination of field and office environment
2. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend; occasionally lift or carry up to 35 lbs.
3. On occasion walk or drive to different local sites
4. Will necessitate working in busy and loud environments
5. Will be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odor
6. May need to bend, stoop, twist, and sit throughout the day
RESPONSIBILITIES COMMON TO ALL AGENCY EMPLOYEES 1. Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality at all times
2. be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating, researching, and resolving issues
3. Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external and internal deadlines
4. Maintain a professional demeanor that reflects positively on the agency
5. Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others
6. Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and collaboration
7. Respond in a timely manner in all aspects of communication
8. Work with minimum supervision
9. Perform other duties as assigned
Equal Opportunity Employer The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job basedon job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws.
About the People Concern
The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives.
One of Los Angeles County's largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence.
With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care - including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing - tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.
The People Concern's model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities.
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RESPONSIBILITIES COMMON TO ALL AGENCY EMPLOYEES
Equal Opportunity Employer The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job basedon job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws. About the People Concern The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County's largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence. Benefits & Perks
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