Open positions in the New Orleans region

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

The Program Director (New Orleans Region) 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 Regional Director. 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] EOE

Application Deadline: June 19, 2012 by 4:00 P.M.

FULL-TIME PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF TRACKER/MENTOR SERVICES

This position is responsible for the management of staff and program services contracted through federal and state agencies serving at-risk youth, ensuring that program services are in compliance with all applicable federal and state guidelines. This position involves leading, planning, scheduling, training, reporting and meeting program goals and objectives, using appropriate evidenced based methods as outlined by the Regional Director, and contracting agencies. The Program Director meets regularly with state agencies, at-risk youth and their families/guardians. The Program Director also manages the approved program budgets and takes appropriate action to maintain the fiscal soundness of the programs.

The Program Director is responsible for not only maintaining a high standard of excellence in mentoring and support services to at-risk youth, but also taking initiative to further this goal. The position is responsible for meeting operational goals and objectives, keeping the organization informed of current research and information relevant to the program and working with staff to maintain an ongoing evaluation protocol. The Program Director represents the agency in the community and evaluates special community collaboration opportunities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES:

YOUTH TRACKERS/ MENTORS

*Several positions available at GCSS locations throughout the State.

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 youth’s needs as they relate to the goals of his/her Individual Treatment/Intervention Plan (ITP/IIP).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s 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 driver’s 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 New Orleans office at (504) 361-9950 for more information.

This page was last updated on 06/06/2012