Assistant Program Manager - Chicago, United States - A Safe Haven Foundation

Description

Job Description

Program: Interim Single Adult Male

Shifts Options:

Sunday through Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday through Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for supporting the program manager with daily tasks to include coordinating multiple projects through completion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and supervises care of clients.
• Assists with researching, planning, and implementing new program initiatives.
• Assists with scheduling, performance management, training, and coaching.
• Maintains budgets, including forecasting future expenses.
• Adheres to all contract specifications.
• Reviews and approves timesheets.
• Screens resumes and conduct interviews.
• Suggests policy and program changes to increase the effectiveness of the unit; meets goals, and/or better serve the needs of the community.
• Maintains records in accordance with agency, government, other funding sources, accreditation, and/or licensing requirements.
• Communicates with external referral resources and outreach services.
• Composes program effectiveness reports.
• Performs all other duties as assigned and required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university preferred in behavior sciences or social service subject area; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates, licenses and registrations required:
  1. Project Management Certificate preferred.
• Computer skills required: Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook); Presentation software (PowerPoint); and Publisher software.
• Other skills required:
  1. Ability to remain calm in crisis, hostile, or disaster situations.
  2. Ability work effectively and independently.
  3. Strong coordination, typing and oral communication skills.