January 23, 2025 Full-Time Locations
Falmouth, MA 02536, USA Description
Why Work for Gandara: Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today! Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance Paid vacations Paid holidays 8 discretionary days Mileage Reimbursement Additional Benefits: Culturally Diverse population Clinical Licensing Support Job Title:
Assistant Program Director Work Location:
Falmouth, MA *Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply *EOE M/F/D/V *Union/Non-Union Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting the program director in the development and operations of an active recovery support center that develops and maintains peer-to-peer support services and activities provided for and by people in recovery from substance use disorder. Resume the role of the program director, as the director is absent. Assist the Director in managing all peer supports and peer activities, and work with staff and peers to maintain project timelines. Oversee data collection and submission of reports. The assistant director also supports in overseeing data collection and submission of reports, supervises staff, and directly or indirectly supervises volunteers. Duties and Responsibilities:
Work closely with program director Oversee and provide insightful and clear guidance on all activities and operations of the Center, including with people (e.g., staff support, member engagement, member volunteering, peer leadership); data (reporting, surveys); finances (budgeting, expense approvals, planning); and fostering an overall culture of recovery and growth. Work with the center’s budget Assist in supervision of staff Conduct staff evaluations Manage center during early evening and weekend schedule including operations, ensuring center is open, clean and equipment is in good working order. Ensure that program files are up to date. Maintain constant communication with Program Director regarding the status of personnel and programs. Oversee the outreach conducted by staff and peer leaders. Provide supported referrals to members. Assist Program Director in other responsibilities as needed and requested, including engagement of community and key stakeholder partnerships. Represent the center at local and statewide meetings and conferences. Minimum Qualifications:
Embrace and work in a culturally and linguistically diverse recovery community Support all paths to recovery and have a minimum of 5 years of solid recovery Have a comprehensive understanding in the field of substance use disorder and the recovery community. Communicate effectively orally and in writing Have working knowledge of community building and planning Have proven skills in critical thinking, leadership and organization, as well as strong interpersonal boundaries Have better than average experience using a computer and required software Have experience and knowledge of the community, its organizations and service providers Have a driver license and reliable transportation The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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