Housing Programs Manager Jobs in Allen, TX (NOW HIRING)

Are you looking for a purpose-driven career? At Metrocare, we serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying.

Metrocare is the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas, serving over 55,000 adults and children annually. For over 50 years, Metrocare has provided a broad array of services to people with mental health challenges and developmental disabilities. In addition to behavioral health care, Metrocare provides primary care centers for adults and children, services for veterans and their families, accessible pharmacies, housing, and supportive social services. Alongside clinical care, researchers and teachers from Metrocare's Altshuler Center for Education & Research are advancing mental health beyond Dallas County while providing critical workforce to the state.

Job Description:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The mission of Metrocare Services is to serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying. We are an agency committed to quality gender-responsive, trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing serious mental illness, development disabilities, and co-occurring disorders. Metrocare programs focus on the issues that matter most in the lives of the children, families and adults we serve.
The Housing Clinical Manager ensures the housing programs are compliant with all appropriate grant regulations and for the oversight of the clinical team providing service delivery to program participants. The Housing Clinical Manager is responsible for ensuring that the assigned team and housing programs routinely achieve the expectations of the agency and the grants. The Housing Clinical Manager ensures all programs complete and maintain any reporting, documentation, and data requirements.

HOURS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm, nights and weekends as needed and On-Call phone rotation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The essential functions listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the job.
• Provides general supervision over the Housing clinical staff.
• Directly supervises management and team leads in the overall service delivery model.
• Provides guidance, direction, and supervision to staff to ensure quality care and implementation of processes.
• Fosters an environment of continuous quality improvement (CQI). Ensures that an on-going CQI process is developed and implemented and provides oversight to the CQI process.
• Develops and implements strategies for performance improvement related to key performance indicators, including but not limited to, engagement of caseloads, charting timeliness, and quality improvement.
• Responsible for program planning, interagency relations, and resource development.
• Maintains knowledge of and complies with established policies and procedures including grant regulations, the Fair Housing Act, and general contractual requirements.
• Attends administrative meetings and participates in committees as requested. Conducts special projects and studies as directed.
• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the ethical standards of conduct, state contract, appropriate professional standards, and applicable state/federal laws.
• Provides clear and timely communication to the Housing Director of all program's critical issues
• Ensures completion of weekly reporting according to Continuous Operations Improvement guidelines and is pro-active in developing solutions around exceptions.
• Adheres to documentation requirements related to Quality Management and regulatory agencies, such as CARF, CCBHC, and the Texas Administrative Code.
• Responsible for a creative collaborative working environment in conjunction with the Housing Operations Manager.
• Provides clinical supervision, education and training as required by various contracts and regulatory agencies.
• Establishes and maintains the highest standard of quality care and ethical practice.
• Participate in the hiring and supervision of site staff.
• Schedules interview appointments with hiring managers and the candidates.
• Exercises sound judgement and maintains current knowledge of the company's organization structure, personnel policies, and federal and state laws regarding employment practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• The competencies listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the ethical standards of conduct, state contract, appropriate professional standards, and applicable state/federal laws.
• Analytical skills, professional acumen, business ethics, thorough understanding of continuous improvement processes, problem solving, respect for confidentiality, and excellent communication skills.
• Understanding of best practice for treatment of complex behavioral health issues.
• Able to learn and operate within Federal Housing regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workflow and meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and special projects simultaneously.
• Able to work autonomously with minimal or no supervision.
• Able to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Required: Master's degree in social work, Psychology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Required: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in mental health, including a minimum of 5 years in management.
• Preference will be given to candidates holding advanced licensure such as Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Certified Social Worker.

DRIVING REQUIRED: Yes

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to work with reports and numbers.
• Ability to calculate moderately complex figures and amounts to accurately report activities and budgets.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
• Ability to organize workflow and develop efficient procedures.
• Ability to detect operational shortcomings and develop solutions to correct problems.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to utilize Internet for resources.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. If licensed in another state, must obtain a Texas Driver License within three (3) months of employment.
• Liability insurance is required if an employee will operate a personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business. Must be insurable by Center's liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business. Must have an acceptable driving record.
• Possession of an advanced licensure, such as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Certified Social Worker is preferred.

Benefits Information and Perks:

Metrocare couldn't have a great employee-first culture without great benefits. That's why we offer a competitive salary, exceptional training, and an outstanding benefits package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Retirement Plan, including employer matching

• Health Savings Account, including employer matching

• Professional Development allowance up to $2000 per year

• Bilingual Stipend - 6% of the base salary

• Many other benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Tobacco-Free Facilities - Metrocare is committed to promoting the health, well-being, and safety of Metrocare team members, guests, and individuals and families we serve while on the facility campuses. Therefore, Metrocare facilities and grounds are tobacco-free.
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