Program Manager - Reentry

Cherry Health • Detroit, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

For individuals transitioning from closed custody correctional facilities, Cherry Health provides Person Centered Reentry Services to ease the transition back into the community. Services are available at two locations: our Community Treatment Center (CTC) in Detroit and Community Alternatives Program (CAP) in Grand Rapids. Services include 24-hour residential treatment in a structured environment with individual and group counseling services. Some participants come to us directly from a correctional facility, while others come as part of a diversion program to keep them out of prison. Together, we work to address health issues (including behavioral health issues) and other reentry needs i.e., employment, education, housing, and fostering connections to help justice system involved persons successfully reintegrate back into their respective communities.

Requirements

• Three years’ experience in direct care management required.
• CPR/Heartsaver certification required.
• Must have current valid driver’s license and access to transportation for the performance of job duties.
• Knowledge of federal criminal justice systems and community correctional programming
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision
• Strong technology skills including, but not limited to, the Internet and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and decisions
• Ability to identify and maintain agency and resident confidential information
• Knowledge of re-entry program services, resident needs, and management techniques
• Knowledge of theories and issues in substance use treatment, including familiarity with the major techniques current in use

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a mental health, substance abuse, correctional, or adult residential treatment program highly desired, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.
• Bachelor’s degree in a social or behavioral science program from an accredited college or university preferred.
• LMSW license or master’s degree preferred.
• CADC certification through MCBAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Executes program safety and security functions to include monthly and annual inspections, as well as monthly drills to include all risk assessments, both table-top discussions and scenario-based drills on all shifts.
• Manages supply procurement process that adheres to Cherry Health’s standards.
• Monitors, maintains inventory, and purchases facility supplies.
• Manages the residential facility’s policies and procedures related to security and living arrangements (in-house or home confinement).
• Oversees random room, facility, and/or vehicle searches.
• Assists with audit preparations, corrective action tasks, and follow-through.
• Provides narrative and statistical reporting.
• Coordinates campus vehicle and facility maintenance.
• Assists in the development of program rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Provides on-call emergency response; cover shifts when needed.
• Schedules, supervises, and assists with professional development of Shift Supervisors and RCCs.
• Conducts and documents staff meetings as needed.
• Assists in the hiring, training, and evaluation of all operational staff.
• In partnership with Cherry Health Human Resources, oversees the admission, orientation, supervision, and discharge of program residents to include adding new admissions to proper books, i.e., urine I.D., bed book, and other forms.
• Oversees fingerprinting, medication process/logs, and all program logs.
• Maintains or supervises the maintenance of records per FBOP requirements of alcohol/drug testing logs, sign-in/sign-out logs, fire drill/evacuation logs, pat search log, facility search log, daily sanitation log, incident report log, vehicle search log, visitor log, medication storage/distribution logs, etc.
• Ensures that residents meet all scheduled activities and appointment daily.
• Remains responsive in meeting the needs of the resident population.
• Oversees the administration of discipline for infractions of house rules and regulations by residents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5%
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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