Open positions in the Houma region

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

The Program Director (Houma) is responsible for the management of staff and program services for multiple programs offered by Medicaid and other funding sources, ensuring that program services are in compliance with all licensing and regulatory agencies. This position involves planning, scheduling and meeting program objectives as outlined by the Area Supervisor. The position meets regularly with state agencies, consumers and their families, therefore the Program Director must have a valid, current Louisiana driver's license, current liability insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle. The position also manages the approved program budgets and takes appropriate action to maintain the fiscal soundness of the programs.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a human service/mental health related field, along with excellent organizational, public relations, verbal and written communications skills. A minimum of two years experience managing staff and in the delivery of services to the elderly and disabled individuals is required. Experience with MS Office, including Word, and Excel is also desired.

Apply by sending a resume and cover letter, detailing your background and experiences to: [email protected] by 7/24/12. EOE

DSWs

DSWs needed to work with persons with developmental disabilities and behavior disorders in the Lafourche/Terrebonne/Assumption areas. ,

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Shifts available are mornings, evenings, overnights and week-ends.
• Pay rates range depending on shift.
• H.S. Diploma preferred and 1yr. experience is required.
• Applicant must pass Criminal Record Background Check and LA State Motor Vehicle Record Check
• Have a valid driver's license, current auto liability insurance, and have access to a reliable vehicle in a safe operating condition with current inspection stickers.

Apply in person Monday - Friday from 9:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M. at: 320 Progressive Boulevard in Houma, LA., EOE

YOUTH TRACKERS/ MENTORS

The Part-time and Full-time Mentor and Trackers positions are available.   Responsible for providing mentoring and/or tracking services to high risk youth. Also, responsible for developing meaningful mentoring relationships with each youth assigned, meeting youths needs as they relate to the goals of his/her Individual Treatment/Intervention Plan (ITP/IIP).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelors Degree in a human services related field is preferred, with a minimum of one-year experience working with high-risk youth, or a High School Diploma with an equivalent combination of three years experience working with at-risk or high-risk youth. 
• The position requires a reasonable combination of the following: relationship building and mentoring youth, client advocacy, case management, public relations, and community resource development. 
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, the ability to represent the Agency in a highly professional manner, and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. 
• Good judgment, initiative, proven ability to organize and prioritize work, to meet deadlines, schedule appointments, and complete all required documentation within the timelines of the contract.
• A valid Louisiana drivers license, current liability insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle in safe operating condition with a current inspection sticker.

Competitive salary and benefits. Submit resume and cover letter detailing background and experience to: HR Dept., 401 Whitney Ave., Ste. 300, Gretna, LA 70056, Postmarked by Wednesday, February 8, 2012. EOE

DIRECT CARE STAFF

Challenging and Personally Rewarding Jobs Available!

• We offer paid training and mileage
• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Applicants must pass a criminal history background check

Contact the Houma office at (985) 851-4488 for more information.

This page was last updated on 06/25/2012