Program Manager

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated and certified Program Manager to oversee community-based programs focused on substance use disorder (SUD) counseling. The role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with county contracts, and delivering effective outpatient program management services.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

Provide clinical supervision and leadership to a team of 4 case managers and 30 employees.

Manage reporting and compliance under the SAP-C contract with LA County.

Oversee day-to-day operations, ensure adherence to program protocols, and maintain budgetary oversight.

Provide oversight in community engagement activities and training, as necessary.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Certifications

Certified Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor with Clinical Supervision certification required.

Certified Clinical Counselor and Clinical Supervision Certification.

Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Minimum of five years' experience in human services or community-based programs focused on alcohol and drug abuse prevention, recovery, and outpatient program management.

Familiarity with LADMH and Medi-Cal is preferred.

Experience in overseeing a team and managing a budget.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish abilities.

Strong leadership and supervisory skills.

Proficient in SAPC billing procedures and value-based reimbursement models.

Schedule / Shift

Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm with potential extended hours on Tuesday and Thursday until 7pm, with the option to start later on those days, maintaining an 8-hour work day.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).

Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).

401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).

Short Term Disability Insurance.

Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

* As a job position within our Care Management division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient's residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.