Assistant Program Manager - Hartford

CHD Careers•Hartford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking an Assistant Program Manager at our Community Transitional Living Program (CTLP) in Hartford, CT. Our residential staff establish life-changing relationships with our participants and provide opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation, and recovery. CTLP is dedicated to fostering a positive and supportive environment for individuals with persistent psychiatric conditions, enabling them to live safely and successfully within the community. The program is specifically designed to support clients who have experienced longstanding challenges with community living and have a history of repeated psychiatric hospitalizations. The Assistant Program Manager assists the Program Manager in the day-to-day scheduling and management of the team, as well as assorted administrative functions. The position also serves as a highly effective direct care staff. The assistant manager is expected to model behavior for the direct care staff and promote house culture. The Assistant Manager is an individual who has demonstrated a high degree of responsibility and ability to manage details. The position can be used as a first step for direct care staff to demonstrate management abilities.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
At least 2 years of experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Valid license and a registered, and insured vehicle
Approved criminal background and driving check

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience preferred
Demonstrates patience, caring and compassion
Prior experience managing a team
High energy level; self-initiated
Open, direct interpersonal style
Organized, efficient, and flexible

Responsibilities

Assists the Program Manager in the day-to-day scheduling and management of the team.
Performs assorted administrative functions.
Serves as a highly effective direct care staff.
Models behavior for the direct care staff and promotes house culture.