Program Manager, Project HOME

Posted by on October 14, 2013

Program Manager – Multiple Sites, Project HOME
Posted on: September 25, 2013

Job description
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Program Manager is responsible for the creation of a caring, supportive environment that contributes to the emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental well-being of all residents. This includes the supervision of staff, maintaining an in-depth knowledge of residents, and administering the activities and operation of the program in a manner consistent with the mission of Project HOME.

Service Coordination

Acquire and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the mental, physical, emotional, educational, social, medical, financial, and employment status of each resident.

• Coordinate the assessment, intake, and orientation of new residents
• Facilitate weekly team meetings including all Case Managers and/or Residential Service Coordinators to monitor changes in Resident’s status
• Meet formally and informally on a regular and consistent basis with all Residents
• Coordinate Resident discharges.
• Create an environment that combines the necessary structure, case management and/or service coordination support, counseling, interaction, freedom, and safety to facilitate Resident growth, individuality and connection to the Project HOME and the external community.
• Read the notes and address issues as they arise with the appropriate person
• Participate and oversee the development of meaningful activities for Residents
• Develop a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of the mental health issues that affect Residents
• Seek out and participate in all relevant trainings and in-services
• Communicate with Residents on a regular and consistent basis
• Foster and model respect, empathy, and understanding of Residents.
• Oversee service coordination and resource development.

Conduct treatment team meetings as needed, up to and including: PRS; TCM; Employment Services; Addiction Counselor; Program Analyst; family supports; psychiatrist; therapist.

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