Atlas House - Program Manager

Atlas is a residential Independent Living Program in North Portland serving youth ages 16-21 who are re-integrating to the community from the justice and human service systems.

While living at the program, youth learn valuable skills necessary for their transition to independence while also maintaining employment or pursuing higher education.

Staff at Atlas support youth in their growth and development by fostering positive relationships, enforcing healthy routines and guidelines, and teaching necessary life skills.

Job Summary The Program Manager is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, operations, and service delivery of their assigned residential or independent living program, serving justice- and system-involved youth, within the department by performing the following duties.

Essential Job Duties Manages the day-to-day operations of the assigned program in accordance with agency policies, contract requirements, and professional standards.

Serves as the primary leader and decision-maker in the daily operations of the program.

Supervises senior-level, treatment, and direct care staff, including recruitment, onboarding, training, regular supervision, and evaluation.

Supports professional development by providing regular constructive feedback.

Participates in and serves as the leader of the treatment team by communicating regularly with case managers, therapists, supervisors, and external providers regarding client behavior, interventions, restrictions, assignments, and progress towards goals.

Works closely with the Program Director to design and implement effective program models, policies, and procedures to achieve the identified mission.

Enforces program compliance with the organization's policies and procedures, DHS licensing and contracts, Oregon Youth Authority contracts, and relevant city, county, and state requirements.

Oversees the case management of all clients and provides ongoing guidance and direction to the case management team.

Performs case management directly with youth when necessary: develops treatment goals and service plans, coordinates with parole and probation officers, implements behavioral interventions, and completes required reporting.

Serves as the primary liaison between the program, client families, state agencies, external agencies, and aftercare providers.

In collaboration with the Program Director, reviews client referrals, coordinates with referring agencies, and oversees the referral, admission, and intake process.

Creates, develops, and facilitates training for program staff that promotes professional development.

In collaboration with the safety coordinator and other supervisors, oversees a safe facility by completing basic maintenance and housekeeping, observing and reporting necessary repairs, and coordinating services with external contractors.

Participates in the agency safety committee.

Completes and maintains documentation and recordkeeping in compliance with agency, contract, and licensing requi...