Program Director

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Program Director for Skagit Clubhouse
POSITION TYPE: Full Time Salaried
SALARY: $85000 (DOE) Competitive Benefits Package

GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: This executive management level position is responsible for the effective start-up implementation coordination and operational management of Skagit Clubhouse the newest program of HERO House NW. The Program Director promotes the use of social practice for adults recovering from serious mental illness in a clubhouse model program. The responsibilities include sharing in the operation of Skagit Clubhouses programs. These programs include the work ordered day social/recreational program employment programs housing programs and education programs. The ultimate responsibility for the operation of these programs lies with staff. Central to this responsibility is the engagement of members in all aspects of clubhouse operation. This engagement is performed by helping members to experience the sense of belonging with a focus on their strengths talents and interests.

The Skagit Clubhouse Program Director is responsible to and is supervised by the Chief Program Officer of HERO House NW.

Primary Job Functions
Uphold the mission goals objectives and policies of Skagit Clubhouse/ HERO House NW
Implement operational procedures based on the mission goals objectives and policies of Skagit Clubhouse.
Maintain a current knowledge of and comply with all Skagit Clubhouse/ HERO House NW organizational policies and procedures.

Develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Standards for Clubhouse Programs and Social Practice.
Effectively coordinate and direct the operation of the Clubhouse consistent with Clubhouse International Standards.
Hires trains evaluates and/or terminate Program Generalists.
Ensure that Program Generalists provide members with Work Ordered Day programming employment education outreach housing community support personal advocacy and social opportunities.
Provide regular reports to the Executives of HERO House NW to assist in making informed decisions and fulfilling responsibilities.
In collaboration with the executives of HERO House NW fulfill the various funding bodies contract requirements and maintain all required licenses and certifications.

Operate within an approved budget; monitor operating budget monthly and report any areas of concern to the Chief Program Officer.
Ensure professional development of staff to grow and work towards Skagit Clubhouses mission goals objectives and policies.
Participate in meetings training programs and appropriate workshops.
Represent Skagit Clubhouse and liaise with local state and national entities.
Offer a positive supportive relationship that helps promote hope choice wellness and recovery for participants while working side by side on the work of the clubhouse.

Work side by side with the members of Skagit Clubhouse in program areas of work ordered day (within assigned unit such as Hospitality (kitchen) or Business) social/recreational education employment (Transitional and Supported) advocacy and member supports
Consistently fulfills the primary responsibility of helping members experience being needed and actively reaches out to each member to establish productive partnership
Facilitate assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner maximizing members skills talents engagement and leadership

Ensure that performance of job duties actively reflects and promotes the Standards for Clubhouse Model of Psychiatric Rehabilitation as developed by the Clubhouse International
Work in an assigned work unit (Hospitality/Kitchen or Business/Clerical)
Train job coach and work with members at their place of employment
Work evenings and weekends when necessary
Provide education and resources that support illness self-management self-determination self-advocacy and shared-health-care decision making
Ensure all documentation is complete accurate and performed within time frames as specified in Skagit Clubhouse/ HERO House NW procedures
Provide assistance in identifying and linking to community-based services and supports (primary care mental health and or substance abuse treatment housing financial benefits etc.)
Provide and model advocacy to ensure access to service for the member where/when needed.
Help with identifying and/or re-engaging with family friends and other natural supports
Assistance with transportation to appointments employment social outings etc.
Keep supervisor informed on a timely basis of member routine/emergency/crisis needs developing the proposed or actual response to these needs and/or barriers to or gaps in needed services
Other duties as assigned

Education/ Training/ Experience
Minimum of four years of experience working with people with psychiatric disabilities preferably in a supervisory capacity.
Must have Washington State Drivers License
Must pass a criminal history background check
Must have a Bachelors Degree or higher in psychology sociology social work or related human service field Masters Preferred
Must have basic computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Word
Prefer prior training in Trauma Informed Care

Required Personal Skills
Ability to listen effectively
Ability to problem solve
Ability to multi-task
Ability to facilitate individual and group activities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a team
Ability to break down large projects into smaller tasks
Ability to work with a sense of urgency and excitement about the work of the clubhouse
Ability to show personal initiative when identifying and completing task
Ability to maintain healthy boundary with peers
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to demonstrates adherence to a strengths based perspective in words and actions with members
Ability to adhere to Skagit Clubhouse/ HERO House NW philosophy and applicable federal state and local guidelines in carrying out job duties
Ability to travel with members to various conferences trainings and social events

This position description is a record of major aspects of the job but is not intended as an all-inclusive employment contract. One may be reassigned to other duties or positions for which qualified and trained at the discretion of HERO House NW. One must be able to perform all duties and tasks of the above-named position.

Required Experience:

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