Low Threshold Housing Assistant Program Director - Homeless Services

Eliot Community Human Services Inc

Lynn, MA, US
Base: $68,000 - $72,000 usd; bonus/equity: not spe...
On-site
Trauma-informed care approach
Recovery-oriented leadership
Multidisciplinary team supervision
At Eliot, your work has purpose and you’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change

Job Summary

  • At Eliot, your work has purpose and you’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change.
  • The Assistant Program Director will oversee general operations, provide real-time guidance to staff, and promote trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care to support residents in achieving housing stability.
  • Benefit eligible positions include generous paid time off, comprehensive medical and dental plans, 401(k) with employer match, wellness and family support, and professional growth opportunities.

Matching Summary

At Eliot, your work has purpose and you’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change.

Salary

Base: $68,000 - $72,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, life insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • trauma-informed care approach
  • recovery-oriented leadership
  • multidisciplinary team supervision
  • substance use and mental health expertise
  • program operations management
  • client and staff collaborative relationships
  • scheduling and coverage oversight

Nice-to-have

  • professional growth opportunities
  • inclusive workplace culture
  • trauma-focused treatment modalities
  • effective mediation skills
  • afterhours on call rotation
  • promoting hope and empowerment
  • use of empowering language

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Counseling
  • three years relevant mental health substance use experience
  • valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • knowledge of substance use disorders and harm reduction
  • experience with homelessness and dual diagnosis
  • leadership skills for real time staff guidance

Work Rights

Not specified

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