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ICMS Program Manager•The Laurel, Parthenia, The Argent The People Concern 70,500 USD-78,000 USD medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid holidays, sick time, 403(b), retirement plan United States, California, Santa Monica 1413 Michigan Avenue (Show on map) Aug 26, 2026

Role:

ICMS Program Manager Reports to: Director Project-base Housing, SPA 2

Program:

1603-

Housing Retention Department:

Permanent Housing Location:

SPA 2 The Argent•7639 Van Nuys Blvd Van Nuys

CA 91405

The Laurel•1413 Michigan Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Parthenia•15230 Parthenia Street, North Hills, CA 91343

Setting:

100%

Onsite Schedule:

Monday•Friday, 8am•4:30pm

Status:

Full-time/Exempt/Management Benefits:

Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.

Openings:

1

Summary:

The People Concern is partnered with the Department of Health Services (DHS) and their Housing for Health (HFH) Program to provide housing and Intensive Case Management Services (ICMS) to persons experiencing homelessness. The Project-based Housing Program houses individuals transitioning from homelessness in subsidized housing units that are attached to supportive services. Project-based Housing clients are linked to ICMS case managers who provide home-based and field-based interventions clinical services while employing trauma-informed care and harm reduction approaches. Clients in our programs are a diverse group with complex trauma experiences complicated by medical, mental health and substance use barriers. Clients remain in the program for as long as they require subsidized housing. For many individuals this may mean their entire lifetime. The Program Manager is responsible for daily oversite of the ICMS Teams based in the Project-based Housing sites. This includes assistance with client crisis management, coordination of services, and clinical supervision to case management team. The Program Manager serves as the primary liaison between the agency's DHS HFH program staff and the ICMS team, ensuring funder standards are met. They also support collaborative working relationships with site-based partners including property managers, housing developers, and local community resources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide clinical and administrative supervision to Bachelors-level Case Managers and Masters-level Clinical Case Managers. Facilitate weekly team meetings and case consultation utilizing a trauma-informed care lens and harm reduction approach. Collaborate with other Housing Department teams, DHS supports, and community partners to develop creative interventions focused on improving the safety and well-being of our most marginalized clients. Assist with client crisis management which includes assessment for voluntary and involuntary psychiatric hospitalizations. Be available to respond to emergency calls and situations on a 24-hour basis with support from direct clinical supervisor and Housing Department Directors. Ensure all documentation, charting, and data collection for program clients is complete, timely, and accurate through on-going audits of electronic data bases and chart reviews. In coordination with the Project-based Housing Director, provide budgetary oversight of program administration and ensure program revenue and expenses are within the annual budget. Assist in the screening, assessment, and enrollment of clients, including orientation to program policies, resources, and goals. Ensure case management staff are linking clients to appropriate services and utilizing a "Whatever It Takes" approach. Case Managers will provide assistance with locating and securing housing, connection to community resources, government and state benefits, medical, mental health and substance use services. Provide support and containment to team in the event of client death and/or traumatic incident. Coordinate or provide debriefing when appropriate. Ensure that all Annual Reviews are completed in a timely manner. Provide oversite regarding hiring and ensure Diverse and Equitable hiring practices to appropriately reflect the diversity of the population served. Hire and manage staffing of ICMS team and ensure staff are adequately trained and abide by all agency and department policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

MSW, MFT, LPCC or PsyD who is registered with CA BBS (supervision hours are available for this position). Minimum of two (2) years' full-time experience working with the homeless, preferably those living with mental illness and/or substance addictions. Two (2)years' supervisory experience managing staff. Current, valid CA Driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Able to be on-call 24/7 with support from direct clinical supervisor and Housing Department Director.

Preferred Qualifications:

Supervisory experience Clinical experience

Work Environment:

Field (may need to travel) and indoor office environment. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend; occasionally lift or carry up to 35 lbs. On occasion walk or drive to different local sites Will necessitate working in busy and loud environments Will be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odor May need to bend, stoop, twist and sit throughout the day

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS OF ALL STAFF

Act as a role model Demonstrate a sense of responsibility Continuously learn and improve Acknowledge your own areas of improvement Hear and provide honest, specific and direct feedback Create an environment where everyone is welcomed valued and respected Collaborate Equal Opportunity Employer The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job basedon job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws. About the People Concern The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County's largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence. With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care•including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing•tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn. The People Concern's model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities. Benefits & Perks Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Days Paid Sick Days Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) TELUS Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Voluntary Short•and Long-Term Disability Voluntary Pet Insurance

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