Assistant Program Director

Uplifting the human spirit is a lofty statement for any organization to promote as their objective, especially given the challenging world we live in today. Quality health and human services for individuals, families and communities in need are a priceless resource.

Person in this position will be responsible for the delivery of program services, quality client care, regulatory and contract compliance and interagency and community relationships.

* Assist the Director with programs, projects, supervision, scheduling, maintenance of facility and program; * Assist Direct supervision of site-specific program coordinators; * Responsible for all aspects of treatment for all clients in absence of Director * Responsible for training, supervision, and scheduling of all staff, trainees, and volunteers; * Provide case management and quality assurance reviews on a monthly basis; * Provide staff observation and supervision on a regular basis; * Meet with staff and treatment team on a once weekly basis; * •Report to Director on a weekly basis; * Review employee’s job performance on a yearly basis (or more often if necessary)• Write and submit required reports and/or provide appropriate data for administrative and marketing needs; * Responsible for facility compliance with health, fire and other regulatory standards; * Acts as WestCare representative/liaison with other agencies (Law Enforcement agencies; Juvenile Court Facilities; Welfare agencies; Community Hospitals, etc.) regarding all Client/Service issues; * Attend regular professional education classes/workshops to continuously upgrade job skills or promote the image of the agency; * Be on 24-hour call for emergencies; * Respond to all emergency situations that would necessitate Assistant Program Director’s intervention; * Insure that all required policies and procedures of WestCare are carried out. * Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation. * Other relevant duties as assigned.

* Valid drivers’ license and proof of insurance; * 3 years recent management or supervisory experience; **Education:** * Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, or comparable years of qualifying experience. * Holds, or can obtain a current certification as a counselor for alcohol, drug, family or related services from the National Association of Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors, the National Board of Certified Counselors or similar organization.