Program Manager - Chicago, United States - Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc (H.a.s)

Description

Program Manager - Domestic Violence and PAIP/AM
2755 W Armitage
Chicago, IL 60647
Full Time, Exempt
Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. (H.A.S.) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing behavioral health services to Chicago and the surrounding communities. We offer a continuum of programs addressing substance abuse, mental health, adolescent issues, family relationships, and more. Every year, H.A.S. serves over six thousand individuals.
Benefits:

• Competitive hourly salary
• Health insurance (PPO, HMO)
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA) / Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• CEU eligible onsite trainings
• Supervision

- $200 Professional Development
Essential Functions:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, the DV Program Supervisor plans, directs, and coordinates the daily operations of the Domestic Violence & PAIP/AM programs.

The incumbent supervises and coordinates the staff in their duties and assists the Program Director in developing and maintaining service integration with available resources.

Program Manager Responsibilities:

• Supervise and assist Domestic Violence (Basta) & PAIP/AM staff in daily program operations and responsibilities.
• Implement program goals.
• Compile and prepare monthly/yearly reports of program activities and submit on a timely basis.
• Network with current and prospective referral sources and other community agencies.
• Assures that all Federal, State and local requirements related to health, safety and zoning are met.
• Evaluate, have in place, and follow written security and safety procedures designed to protect participants and staff from abusers in accordance with the Illinois Domestic Violence Act.
• Maintain a caseload and facilitate group, family, individual counseling.
• Facilitate case management and crisis intervention services for all Basta & PAIP/AM clients.
• Attend all Domestic Violence & PAIP/AM monthly and quarterly meetings including subcommittee meetings.
• Submits all required Grant reports through funder database and on Infonet. Work closely with the HAS Development Team and Fiscal Department on grant requirements and submissions.
• Creates Standard Operating Policies for each subprogram which includes but is not limited to screening, intake, grant submission, Carelogic and discharge/program completion.
• Maintains required data, including information for monitoring Domestic Violence & PAIP/AM reports and program evaluations.
• Responsible to work within the allotted Domestic Violence & PAIP/AM budget.
• Conduct staff performance appraisals, make and implement recommendations when hiring, promoting, disciplining and/or terminating employees.
• Conduct weekly staff meetings and attend regular management meetings.
• Collect data to implement continuous quality improvement of Basta & PAIP/AM program.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures and communicate and enforce these to supervisees.
• Maintain professional status.
• Attend and participate in agency meetings and fundraising efforts.
• Submits weekly operations reports to Program Director that reflects intakes, assessments, benchmarks/objectives met
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Program Manager Qualifications:

• Preferred bilingual (Spanish/English) and must have a thorough understanding of social and cultural patterns of Hispanics and other minorities.
• Must be knowledgeable and able to utilize group dynamics and the ability to speak in public.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills (i.e., team building and coaching skills, with the ability to lead, encourage and train staff).
• Ability to communicate accurately and effectively in both verbal and written correspondence.
• Must have above average organizational and leadership abilities.
• Must be familiar with computers.
• Possession of a valid Illinois Drivers vehicle license and willingness to use personal vehicle during course of employment.
• H.A.S. requires all staff to work onsite.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• BA or a Master's degree in Human/Social Sciences or Social Work is preferred.
• Must have at least two (2) years of management experience in social service agency.
• Must have thorough knowledge of Domestic Violence services and the Illinois Domestic Violence Act.
• Must have completed 40 hours of training in Domestic Violence advocacy, crisis intervention and related areas.
• Must have completed PAIP/AM training.

**EOE