Manager - PEACE Program

Horizon House Careers • Philadelphia, PA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Program Manager to manage the daily operations of the PEACE program in compliance with all state and local regulations and Agency policies and procedures. The Manager will also ensure that assigned clients receive the necessary provision of services through direct advocacy, planning, resource development and daily therapeutic supports or mechanisms and to provide ongoing review of client placements, access of services and growth within the established system.

Requirements

• B.A./B.S. degree in Human Services/Social Sciences, Healthcare or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in the MH/MR field
• A minimum of 2-3 years of supervisory experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Detail oriented; highly organized
• Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team
• Frequent talking and listening
• Ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop and bend
• Must be available for local travel
• Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• May require crisis intervention to emergency situations
• Required to carry a beeper and be available to respond to emergency situations
• May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather
• May be required to attend training to become a certified agency investigator

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the PEACE program in compliance with all state and local regulations and Agency policies and procedures.
• Ensure that assigned clients receive the necessary provision of services through direct advocacy, planning, resource development and daily therapeutic supports or mechanisms.
• Provide ongoing review of client placements, access of services and growth within the established system.
• May conduct investigations and participate in the agency rotation of on-call investigators.
• Respond to investigation hotline calls during on-call beeper coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager