Assistant Program Coordinator

and the job listing Expires on March 8, 2026

Job Title: Assistant Program Coordinator

FSLA Status: Exempt
Position Type: Full‑Time

Pay Range: $68,000 – $80,000/ Annually
Reports To: Program Manager

Program Type: Single Family Program

For nearly 50 years, House of Ruth has empowered women, children, and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse, and houselessness. We offer comprehensive services for survivors, including service‑enriched housing, nationally accredited child and family development programming, and free counseling to anyone who has experienced domestic violence.

The Assistant Program Coordinator’s primary responsibility is managing the daily operations of the program, developing a therapeutic relationship with the clients, assessing strengths and needs, creating goals, implementing and monitoring the case management plan and providing supportive counseling and facilitated groups.

• In conjunction with the Program Manager, develop, implement, monitor and evaluate the program objectives, structures, services, policies and procedures.
• Oversee the ongoing operations of the program to meet programmatic objectives including overseeing all actions regarding clientele.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations, policies, procedures and codes. Resolve issues regarding the clients receiving the appropriate services/supports.
• Provide on‑going briefings to the program manager on all relevant issues and pertinent information on the residents and staff.
• Schedule and coordinate volunteers and groups that provide services to the clients at the program.
• Complete and maintain accurate, thorough documentation reflecting all case management and counseling functions and activities. Communicate essential issues to all relevant contacts in a timely manner.
• Maintain a safe, secure and non‑violent environment for all clients.
• Effectively manage all emergencies by following standard procedures.
• Oversee the management of the program and assist with tasks related to the daily operations.
• Provides crisis intervention and makes appropriate referrals.
• Ensure transportation for clients to/from various appointments and well as other driving assignments if needed or provide transportation.
• Attending all training sessions.
• Attends regularly scheduled meetings to discuss program operations and case management.
• Coordinate the work of the program with other entities in the agency.
• Participates in the recruiting process of hiring new staff.
• Work with Human Resources to address matters regarding program staff.
• Monitor and maintain data and ensure data is entered accurately and timely in the appropriate system.
• Prepares reports for funders and other entities, as required.
• Weekly supervision with staff.
• Ability to perform tasks independently.
• Conducts monthly meetings with residents in the program.
• Ensures that compliance documentation is submitted timely.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing counseling and/or case management services.
• Licensure as a Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor preferred.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience, including supervision of staff in a similar role.

Successfully passing the following pre‑employment process is required:

• Alcohol and drug Test
• Urine Screening
• TB Test
• Police Clearance
• Must be fully vaccinated

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office 365.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage day‑to‑day activities of the program.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule in a 24/7 operation and be on call as needed, including some weekends.

• Salary commensurate with experience. The benefits package for full‑time employees includes:
  • Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life/AD&D
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Employee Referral Program

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