Overview
JR 2626
Associate Director of Housing Programs
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Salary: Starting at $63,000 annually DOE + 15% Contract Differential
Full Time
Exempt
Driving Required
PATH is seeking Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) candidates with supervisory experience to join our Santa Barbara programs as an Associate Director. This position will oversee our Interim Housing and Permanent Supportive Housing programs in Santa Barbara.
**CURRENTLY OFFERING A 4K SIGN- ON BONUS**
ABOUT OUR HOUSING PROGRAMS
PATH is proud to provide a range of services to our neighbors experiencing homelessness that meet their specific needs to attain housing stability. Our Interim Housing Programs provide temporary housing and supportive services to assist individuals attaining housing stability. The Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program in Santa Barbara provides in-home supportive services to individuals who have experienced homelessness to ensure they are able to retain their housing and improve their well-being.
WHAT IS AN ASSOICATE DIRECTOR?
The Associate Director is responsible for the oversight of the Interim Housing and Permanent Supportive Housing programs in Santa Barbara, including day to day operations, program performance, staff supervision, administration, and contract management. Responsibilities of the Associate Director include:
Program Management & Oversight
Ensuring successful implementation, coordination of services, achievement of performance measures and effective evaluation of services within the programs
Collaborating with the Quality Assurance Department to ensure program compliance with contracts, partnership agreements, and all other requirements and expectations
Functioning as the primary point of contact for program matters
Providing administrative oversight to staff including documentation quality and program reporting
Case Management Oversight
Ensuring that all program participants receive services identified in participant service plans
Fostering a collaborative team environment
Ensuring staff is knowledgeable and familiar with contract expectations and delivering high-quality services
Staff Support & Development
Planning, scheduling and adjusting as necessary on-going workload assignments
Conducting weekly meetings with staff to provide regular feedback and support
Supervising and coaching staff on the implementation of evidence-based practices in accordance with the population served and PATH contracts and standards
Program Outreach
Educating, networking and representing programs to local agencies, organizations, governments, and communities
Reports, Contracts and Compliance
Reviewing and authorizing all program and contract reports
Evaluating case management reports and assembling full department reports
Submitting regular reports and performing periodic internal audits
Ensuring that PATH and/or affiliate database is updated in accordance to policies
WHAT YOU BRING
We’re looking for candidates that:
Have strong skills in staff training
Are strong leaders with a hands-on, lead-by-example work style
Demonstrate knowledge of and experience with advanced and evidenced based interventions such as Harm Reduction and Motivational Interviewing
Display excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively work in a variety of settings with a diverse range of cultures, populations, and communities
Effectively resolve and cope with immediate conflict or crisis situations
Demonstrate computer and technology proficiency
Possess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals with urgent and multiple case management and health needs
Work just as well independently as they do on a team
Exercise mature judgement, and are highly motivated, self-starting and proactive
Are excellent at communicating, whether in writing or verbally
Have a strong sense of prioritization and can coordinate multiple demands in a high-pressure environment
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
For this role the Associate Director must:
Hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree in human behavior or related field; LCSW credential is strongly preferred
Have a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in social services; homeless services experience strongly preferred
Be able and willing to work flexible hours which may include evenings or weekends
Have employment eligibility verification
Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
Provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination
Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
Tuberculosis Test
Background Screening
Drug Test
DRIVING
Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must:
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