Assistant Youth Program Director | Adolescent & Family Services

Why Work for Gandara

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration!

The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits

• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Salary

Salary Range | $54,000 - $58,000

Additional Benefits

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Culturally Diverse population
• Clinical Licensing Support

Job Summary

Be part of this great opportunity! We’re searching for an Assistant Program Director to join one of our Youth Programs in the Springfield, MA area.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To supervise Direct Care/Relief Workers in those areas and provide support and training as needed.
• Maintain a consistent manner in implementing reasonable limits and structure for each client on a daily basis in the residence and in the community.
• Maintain contact with families and collaterals as needed.
• To assure that applicable rules, policies and procedures are being followed on their shifts.
• To adhere to all the expectations of a shift Supervisor.
• To provide leadership to shift Supervisors.
• To implement each client’s individual Level Plan objectives under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor and Program Supervisor.
• To accurately log all required documentation.
• To act as a client advocate.
• To provide for client care and safety, and observe all safety measures.
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director or Clinical Director.
• Travel required to two sites
• Promoting Knowledge acquisition and skills development through various professional development opportunities
• Assisting personnel in transferring the skill and knowledge obtained in the classroom to their work in the filed
• Inputting data into the data management system
• Using data collection tools and forms
• Reading and interpreting reports
• Using data to improve performance

Minimum Qualifications

• Those with Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology encouraged to apply.
• At least two years experience in Human Services preferred.
• Exceptional demonstrated writing and organizational skills;
• Exceptional demonstrated interpersonal skills;
• Must have valid driver’s license and a vehicle to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary.
• Must meet Agency requirements for driving history records; must be able to pass EEC background check