Director, LCSW - San Diego Programs (JR 5636)

PATH (People Assisting the Homeless)•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our San Diego Leadership team as the Director, LCSW - San Diego Programs. The Director, LCSW works under the supervision of the Senior Director to oversee programmatic operations. The Director, LCSW will be responsible for leading, directing, and supervising associate directors, program managers, team supervisors, and direct service staff. In collaboration with the Senior Director, the Director, LCSW supports with the monitoring and designing of programs which include developing budgets, contributing to grant proposals, developing programmatic workflows, program evaluation, and financial reporting. It is essential that the Director, LCSW role model and coach staff to use a client-centered, collaborative approach and demonstrate exceptional leadership, organization, and project management skills. The Director, LCSW must be able to effectively engage with high-level stakeholders. The position is ideal for a person who excels at supporting staff by meeting their full potential and is committed to social justice.

Requirements

Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.
Six (6) years of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable populations.
Four (4) year of supervisory experience in homeless services or related social services field.
Master’s Degree in a field of study eligible for licensure by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC).
Possess Clinical licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) and be two (2) years post-licensure in order to be able to Clinically supervise
Have employment eligibility verification
Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire: Tuberculosis Test, Background Screening, Drug Test
Have reliable transportation
A valid driver’s license
Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
PATH is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and objectivity in our services and employment practices. To avoid potential conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of our programs, we are unable to employ individuals who are currently receiving services from PATH or have received services within the past two years.

Nice To Haves

Eight (8) years of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable populations.
Six (6) years of supervisory experience in homeless services or related social services field strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the department director, oversee all aspects of program operations.
Provide direct supervision to program managers and team supervisors who oversee the teams.
Ensure adherence to funding source contracts and performance standards; prepare written reports on program activities as assigned and as required by funding sources.
Provide leadership that reflects organizations' mission, vision, and values to internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure appropriate data collection and reporting as required by funders, government entities, and agency senior management.