Program Manager, Children's Homebased Services

The Guidance Center•Lincoln Park, MI

About The Position

As a recognized leader in our field, The Guidance center provides a broad range of services that have helped children, adults and families unlock potential and build better lives since 1958. With 25 programs we offer treatment, prevention, growth and education services to more than 18,000 people annually. The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a welcoming place for everyone. We have an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager for our Children's Homebased services with responsibility for the administrative and clinical functioning of multiple children’s programs. This will include the orientation, training, and clinical supervision of staff and any administrative functions necessary for the delivery of services to families enrolled in each of the programs. Responsibilities will also include any community liaison activities necessary to establish and maintain effective partnerships with community partners. Must have an understanding of different funding sources as they relate to specific programs and projects. Regular working hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Due to the needs of the consumer and the program additional hours including evening weekends may also be required. Regular working hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with a minimum of one late evening shift per week. Based on the needs of the clients and the program, additional hours are expected including evening and weekends.

Requirements

Masters Degree in one of the mental health professions with one or more years of experience in the evaluation and treatment of children and families.
Licensed by the State of Michigan as an LMSW, LLP, or LPC.
At time of hire, must meet the criteria for Qualified Child Mental Health Professional consistent with current certification standards for children’s programs.
At least one year of experience supervising mental health programs that deliver services to multi-need families.
Must have some experience with program development and program evaluation.
Valid driver’s license and a favorable driving record.
Will possess and maintain appropriate certification and/or licensing by the State of Michigan.
a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individual families
the ability to engage and maintain therapeutic relationships with families
the ability to develop collaborative relationships with staff and other providers
effective interpersonal communication skills
the ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems
strong organizational skills and a willingness to be flexible, patient and creative.
Must have the ability to appropriately handle crisis situations

Responsibilities

administrative and clinical functioning of multiple children’s programs
orientation, training, and clinical supervision of staff
administrative functions necessary for the delivery of services to families enrolled in each of the programs
community liaison activities necessary to establish and maintain effective partnerships with community partners