BHBH Program Manager
Position Summary
The BHBH Program Manager will manage bridge housing settings addressing the immediate housing needs of individuals with serious behavioral health conditions experiencing homelessness in tribal communities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Work with Pala Housing and Social Services Departments to complete bridge housing start-up infrastructure activities and make beds available within one year of contract execution.
Partner with local or regional Continuums of Care (CoCs) and other homeless service efforts within the county.
Incorporate people with lived experience of homelessness and serious behavioral health conditions—both SMI and SUD—into BHBH programmatic planning, implementation, and quality improvement.
Prepare and submit the BHBH Program Plan detailing funds utilization and service delivery.
Ensure Bridge meets housing Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) habitability standards and, when applicable, CoC Housing Quality Standards (HQS).
Support access to treatment for mental health and substance use disorder, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
Prioritize and ensure services for eligible CARE Program participants.
Enter data on individuals and families served by the BHBH Program into the local Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), as required by AB 977.
Submit quarterly narrative and data reports documenting progress toward improved outcomes.
Participate in monthly calls, learning collaboratives, and TTA activities; provide updates and undergo monitoring and reimbursement reviews as needed and requested.
Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and other government programs.
Knowledge of various computer-based programs, including all Microsoft Office products.
Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, at various levels of interaction.
Ability to supervise a team of employees and create cohesion within the group and department.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
Maintain ethical guidelines.
Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or any other related field from an accredited college or university.
At least five years of related experience, with high-level management experience preferred.
At least two years of supervisory experience with more than three full-time subordinates.
Experience working in healthcare, medical, or social services settings.
Experience working with individuals with addiction or mental health issues.
Previous experience working with Native American populations preferred.
Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment.
Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians.
Must successfully pass a Fingerprint-based background check of potential employees, volunteers, and contractors pursuant to Public Law 101-630 - Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
Must have a valid class "C" driver's license and have a clean driving record.
Must be willing to work in the field and travel within and outside of city limits.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred; if not, certification must be completed within 60 days of being hired.
Other Requirements
All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Employee Handbook of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and adhere to any additional applicable addendums.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and application to:
Pala Band of Mission Indians
Human Resources Department
PMB 50, 35008 Pala Temecula Road
Pala, CA 92059
Email: hr@palatribe.com or lbryant@palatribe.com
https://www.palatribe.com/community/jobs/
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