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Assistant Program Director
Job Location:
Job Location:
Philadelphia, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 55000 - 55000
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
21 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Assistant Program Director to support the daily operations of our programs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring seamless coordination between clients staff and services by overseeing scheduling managing appointments and supporting program logistics. The ideal candidate is proactive efficient and thrives in a fast-paced environment bringing strong communication skills and a commitment to operational excellence.
Full-Time Available in Philadelphia PA. 19125 Area
Salary $55000/year
Scheduled Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Assistant Program Director to support the oversight of our Long-Term Structured Residence (LTSR) this leadership role you will provide guidance supervision and operational support to program staff ensuring high-quality recovery-oriented and person-centered care. The Assistant Program Director promotes staff development supports adherence to evidence-based and trauma-informed practices and helps ensure compliance with regulatory and licensing standards all while advancing the programs mission of delivering exceptional residential behavioral health services.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain the facility in compliance with applicable federal state and local laws/standards.
- Clinical and administrative oversight of all aspects of the LTSR its residents and staff.
- Development and implementation of policies and procedures in compliance with all external and internal policies statutes and regulations.
- Oversight of admission screening and negotiations regarding referrals transfers and discharges.
- Actively supervise coach mentor Mental Health Technicians and Certified Peer Specialist that work within LTSR.
- 24-hour on-call responsibilities for staff call-outs and responding to emergency situations.
- Assist LTSR Program Director with oversight of payroll within LTSR.
- Maintenance of a safe and therapeutic environment for residents and staff including conduct of all required inspections fire drills and observance of safety standards.
- Compliance with external and internal requirements and regulations regarding record keeping and reporting.
- Establishment of liaison relationships with OMH/MR referring agencies external service providers either directly or through delegation.
- Attending all external and internal meetings as required.
- Development and implementation of staff training required by external regulations Agency and/or Program Policy and indicated by Staff needs.
- Compliance with all policies and procedures with no unauthorized exception.
- Approves supervisees general progress notes in Evolv.
- Other duties reasonable and related to this position as directed by related supervisors.
Requirements
Education Employment and Credential Requirements
- Masters degree in a clinical field (psychology Social Work Education or other Human Services) and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in Mental Health.
- Valid drivers license required. (Must be able to move about service areas throughout the day to provide appropriate oversight and coordination and meet job duties as needed and required.)
- Physical examination including TB test and Hep B.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for generous benefit options including but not limited to:
Full-time and Part-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical vision and dental insurance life and disability coverage a 403(b) retirement plan paid time off tuition reimbursement an employee assistance program and additional voluntary options such as disability accident and pet insurance.
