Assistant Program Director at Apartment Program

Company: MOHAWK OPPORTUNITIES, INC.
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Assistant Program Director at Apartment Program (Residential Human Services)Mohawk Opportunities is committed to helping individuals living with Mental Illness, HIV/AIDS and those who are homeless achieve stable community living and independence by providing* Housing that is safe and affordable.* Services that facilitate growth and recovery. * Relationships built on a foundation of caring and respect, and* A sense of hope for the future.Responsibilities of the Assistant Program Director are to provide assistance in the operation of the program which services 40 adults who have a psychiatric diagnosis and who are living in apartments throughout the Schenectady community. The goal is to work with the client in stabilizing at in his/her apartment while also providing rehabilitative services so he/she can transition to the next level of independence. Specific duties included* Assist the Program Director in providing oversight of the daily operation of the program; client services, and staff supervision.* This position would specifically work with private landlords to obtain apartments and resolve any apartment issues. In addition, coordinate the set-up of the apartments, obtain approval from the NYS Office of Mental Health and ensuring the apartments are safe and maintained. * Train and provide support to staff as they provide client services including supportive counseling to assist in stabilizing; crisis prevention skills and coping skills; crisis intervention; medication supervision; teaching of daily living skills; and recreational activities.Salary and Schedule of the Assistant Program Director* 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday, 8 30am to 4 30pm.* $17.75/hour $36,920/annual equivalent. * Excellent benefits, staff training, generous paid time off, and 30 minute paid lunch. * Supportive work environment.* Agency vehicles available for business use.Visit our website at www.mohawkopportunities.org.Follow us on Facebook!Affirmative Action/EEORequirementsSkills/Qualifications for the Assistant Program Director include* BA/BS in human services and 1-year experience in human services, Associates degree in human services with 3 years' experience, or a combination of equivalent experience and education. * Experience specifically working with the mentally ill population and residential experience required;* Supervisor experience preferred;* Valid and insurable driver's licenses as agency vehicles are available for business use;* Experience or education in crisis intervention and prevention preferred;* Both the ability to work independently and as a team member;* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written; and* The ability to be organized and have good time management skills.Benefits* Health Insurance* Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance* Life Insurance* Retirement* Tuition Reimbursement* Generous Paid Time Off* 30 minute paid lunch* Staff Training and Development* Agency vehicles available for business use* Promotional Opportunities* Supportive Work Environment* Agency Culture of Caring* Make A Difference Helping Others in a Place Where You Matter!

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