Assistant Director, Project Based Housing

Title: Assistant Director Project-based HousingReports to: Director Project-based HousingStatus:Full-time Exempt (Salary) ManagementLocation: 127th/ El Segundo 550 W 127th St Los AngelesSchedule:Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pmBenefits: Medical Vision Dental Life Insurance 403(b) Retirement planSummaryThe Assistant Director of Project-based Housing will support the Director of Project-based Housing in overseeing designated Project-based Housing sites employees and clients throughout Los Angeles Duties and Responsibilities1. Develop effective trusting relationships with clients using a client-centered approach that includes motivational interviewing and harm reduction.2. Provide clinical consultation to staff working with complex clinical situations and suggest appropriate clinical interventions.3. Daily coordination and oversight of program operations and program activities.4. Provide clinical supervision to staff working towards licensure.5. Provide leadership to staff to ensure integration of client care with Property Management and Developer for all Project-based Housing sites.6. Work with Brilliant Corners HACLA and LACDA to address policy or client related advocacy.7. Develop awareness of funder expectations and respond to funders with appropriate communication and coordination of services.8. Assist Program Management staff in recruitment selection training supervision and evaluation of direct service staff.9. In partnership with the Director of Project-based Housing provide leadership and supervision to housing department Project-based Housing Program Managers.10. Ensure that data is being entered into the DHS database (CHAMP) and LAHSA database (HMIS) in a timely manner. Ensure data accuracy for reporting requirements outcomes.11. Monitor that staff are providing appropriate level of service and that progress notes are being completed in a timely manner.12. Organize documentation for housing applications (HACoLA HACLA and Brilliant Corners).13. Ensure intake and psychosocial assessment are completed for all referrals within timeline listed in DHS ICMS work order.14. Monitor that goal plans are being updated quarterly.15. Participate in and support leadership of case conference staff meetings trainings and retreats.16. Maintain client confidentiality at all times and ensure to follow agency state and HIPAA laws.17. Provide direct support with client crisis intervention including writing 51/50 applications when appropriate.18. Follow up on client grievances working towards appropriate resolution for clients and staff.19. Attend Quality Assurance meetings.20. Provide death and dying debriefing with staff when directed.21. Ensure adherence to policies and 1. Masters degree in mental health field (Social Work MFT or Psychology).2. Active clinical License and good standing with California Board of Behavioral Sciences for over 2 years.3. Extensive experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders.4. At least 2 years of management/supervisory experience preferred.5. Able to work in a high tolerance Harm Reduction model with Members who have multiple barriers.6. Extensive knowledge of local and federal government benefits and entitlements.7. Highly detail oriented with excellent time management organizational written verbal and cross-cultural communication skills.8. Computer literate; able to effectively use computerized database for client file management with basic skills in Microsoft Word Outlook and Excel programs.9. Strong interpersonal collaboration and team building skills.10. Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.11. Passion for working with the population Environment1. On occasion walk or drive to different local sites2. Regularly required to sit stand bend and occasionally lift or carry up to 35 pounds3. Field (may need to travel) and indoor office environment4. Will necessitate working in busy and loud environments5. Will be exposed to elements like cold heat dust noise and odor6. May need to bend stoop twist and sit throughout the day