Community Residence Program Director
11 days ago
Ballston Spa
Job Description RISE Housing and Support Services is looking for an organized, empathetic, dedicated individual to lead one of our community residences, Milestone Manor. The perfect candidate will be able to inspire a staff of 6 to help our up to 11 residents overcome the life challenges their mental health diagnoses have presented, while maintaining a healthy, safe, and therapeutic environment. RISE offers a starting Program Director: • A rate of $23.40 to $26.10 per hour with a 40 hour work week, • Opportunities for additional earnings throughout the year, • Day one vacation accruals at a rate of 15 days per year, plus 9 paid holidays, and additional time off including sick, personal and more, • Medical, Dental, Vision, and many other benefits, • A family friendly atmosphere that allows pets in the office, paid lunch hours, and the freedom to make the role your own Overview of Job Responsibilities: • Overseeing, designing, and implementing service planning for house residents, • Complying with all relevant regulations governing the program, • Managing the day-to-day operations of the program, • Monitoring program spending and petty cash, • Modeling positive and appropriate behaviors and supporting professional development for staff To qualify, you must have: • An Associate Degree in human services or a related field and 3+ years of experience working with sensitive populations, • Preferred qualifications:, • Masters of Social Work, • 1+ years of leadership experience, • An ability to lead and inspire staff, • A willingness to do what needs to be done to meet the goals of the program, • An ability to operate independently and think on your feet, • Excellent organizational and time management skills, • Outstanding verbal and written communication, • Our shared belief system in areas such as compassion, respect, and inclusion, • Clearance with all relevant background checks as per RISE policies and governing regulations, • A valid NY State Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the RISE automotive program desired To start on the road to a rewarding career at our growing non-profit, please send us your resume and cover letter. RISE Housing and Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company DescriptionRISE Housing and Support Services is a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges. Our Mission Our mission at RISE Housing and Support Services is to help people living with mental health, substance use, and other life challenges to remain safe and healthy in the community through housing and supportive services. Our Vision RISE will serve as a catalyst, leader, and partner in meeting the housing and recovery needs of our community. Our knowledgeable and resourceful staff and board members will educate the community to reduce the stigma associated with mental health diagnoses, substance use, and other life challenges. Our Values We are compassionate. We focus on the inherent value and uniqueness of each individual we serve. We are respectful. We listen with respect to understand the needs of the people we serve and respond with dignity and kindness. We are dedicated. We work together as a team to seek solutions and live our values consistently while holding one another accountable. We are progressive. We seek and employ socially responsive service models to address substance use and mental health concerns in our community. We Treat People with Esteem We believe housing is healthcare and a basic human right. We believe that when individuals have healthy, safe housing, they have the stability and security to achieve greater personal wellness. Understanding We acknowledge that individuals are unique and success looks different for each person based on their circumstances and goals. A Holistic Approach We seek to treat each individual as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond their mental health diagnoses, substance use, or medical condition. Positivity We work together with individuals through the healing process, setting achievable goals and honoring the unique needs and challenges of each person or family member. Empathy We believe individuals are important to their friends, families, and loved ones. We seek to assist individuals to strengthen and maintain their natural support systems. Inclusion We work together with individuals and families to coordinate services with other care providers in the community.RISE Housing and Support Services is a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges.\r\n\r\n\r\nOur Mission\r\nOur mission at RISE Housing and Support Services is to help people living with mental health, substance use, and other life challenges to remain safe and healthy in the community through housing and supportive services.\r\n\r\nOur Vision\r\nRISE will serve as a catalyst, leader, and partner in meeting the housing and recovery needs of our community. Our knowledgeable and resourceful staff and board members will educate the community to reduce the stigma associated with mental health diagnoses, substance use, and other life challenges.\r\n\r\nOur Values\r\nWe are compassionate. We focus on the inherent value and uniqueness of each individual we serve.\r\n\r\nWe are respectful. We listen with respect to understand the needs of the people we serve and respond with dignity and kindness.\r\n\r\nWe are dedicated. We work together as a team to seek solutions and live our values consistently while holding one another accountable.\r\n\r\nWe are progressive. We seek and employ socially responsive service models to address substance use and mental health concerns in our community.\r\n\r\nWe Treat People with\r\nEsteem We believe housing is healthcare and a basic human right. We believe that when individuals have healthy, safe housing, they have the stability and security to achieve greater personal wellness.\r\n\r\nUnderstanding We acknowledge that individuals are unique and success looks different for each person based on their circumstances and goals.\r\n\r\nA Holistic Approach We seek to treat each individual as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond their mental health diagnoses, substance use, or medical condition.\r\n\r\nPositivity We work together with individuals through the healing process, setting achievable goals and honoring the unique needs and challenges of each person or family member.\r\n\r\nEmpathy We believe individuals are important to their friends, families, and loved ones. We seek to assist individuals to strengthen and maintain their natural support systems.\r\n\r\nInclusion We work together with individuals and families to coordinate services with other care providers in the community.