JOBS & CAREERS

» Program Aide-In-Training San Mateo

Applications and resumes/letters of interest are being accepted now for a Program Aide in training position at one of our San Mateo County facilities.  All interested persons should have experience working in a women’s facility.  Please submit an application and resume/letter of interest no later than 9/10/10 at 10am. When applying for this position, please make reference on your application or letter of interest the job posting ID number which is 083010SMW. 

The Program Aide-In-Training is a training position towards the Program Aide position. While under the tutelage of the Program Aide or Counselor, the Program Aide-In-Training will be trained in the following areas: Intake procedures; gathering and documenting case histories of residents; develop with the residents a Personal Recovery Plan; progress notes; case management: policy and procedures of Project Ninety; Family Group facilitating skills; developing and presenting substance abuse education classes; working with residents in formulating a Discharge/?Exit Plan; setting limits and boundaries; a knowledge of services provided by community agencies and referral procedures.

The Program Aide-In-Training will be available to work all shifts, including weekends if necessary. The Program Aide-In-Training shall possess qualities of a good role model and be a positive influence for the residents. If driving for Project Ninety, shall possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.  The Program Aide-In-Training shall need to be enrolled in an accredited Alcohol and Drug Studies Certificate Program within six months of hire. If not certified the Program Aide-in-Training must be registered with a CA ADP recognized certifying organization such as CAADE or CAADAC seeking certification. Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor must be completed within five years of hire.

All interested persons shall submit an applications and resume/letter of interest to James L Simmons, the Human Resource Manager at 720 S. B Street, San Mateo, by 10am on 9/10/10.  You can drop this information off to the FRONT DESK at B Street or fax to (650) 579-2640. 

» Development Director

Project Ninety, Inc., an established Peninsula based non-profit serving the Greater Bay Area is seeking an experienced Development Director to lead our grants and fundraising efforts. Project Ninety provides residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment services to adult men and women. Our 6.5 million dollar budget is funded by a combination of government and private grants. We are looking for an individual who can maintain our current efforts in tandem with building greater support from individual and private foundation donors. This is an outstanding opportunity for a development professional who wants to lead Project Ninety as we take our next step to strengthen our ability to meet the needs of those we serve.

Qualifications: Four year college degree required. Must demonstrate a track record of increased responsibility in development for a non-profit agency. Proven ability to manage grant writing/management, experience with managing fundraising events, demonstrated ability to build and cultivate donors. Excellent organizational skills are a must. Computer skills and experience with Raisers Edge is highly desirable. Please submit any samples of work that relates to your experience along with your resume.

» Counselor San Mateo

Our San Mateo County Women’s facility is hiring a Counselor.  All interested persons should have experience working in a women’s facility.  Please submit a resume/letter of interest AND application by 9/10/10. When applying for this position, please make reference on your application or letter of interest the job posting ID number which is 083110SMW.

Counselors report to the Program Director/Program Manager as assigned. The Counselors are responsible for providing group and individual counseling to clients and other related services pertinent to chemical dependency treatment and recovery.

The Counselors shall carry out program services as assigned by the Program Director or Program Manager, including documentation of all activities provided to clients as is deemed necessary by the Chief Executive Officer.

Counselors shall possess a demonstrated knowledge of alcoholism and addiction, ability to set priorities, and carry through goals to completion; ability to work in a team environment, a knowledge of social model concepts, a valid California Driver's License with a good driving record.( if driving for business) and an ability to train others.

The Counselor shall hold a California ADP recognized certificate as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor or possess a two year college degree or completed the classes required for a California state recognized certificate in Alcohol and Drug Dependency Counseling or two years experience as a counselor or other paid experience related to chemical dependency treatment. 

If not certified the Counselor must be registered with a CA ADP recognized certifying organization such as CAADE or CAADAC seeking certification. Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor must be completed within three years of hire.

All interested persons shall submit a resume/letter of interest AND application to James L Simmons, the Human Resource Manager at 720 S. B Street, San Mateo, by 9/10/10.  You can drop this information off to the front desk at B Street or fax to (650) 579-2640.

» Resident Manager San Jose

San Jose 3^rd and 12^th Street are hiring for the position of Resident Manager. Please make reference on your application this job posting number: 083110SJ3rd or 083110SJ12

The Resident Manager is responsible to the Program Director/Manager and is a six month temporary full time, non-benefited position. It is the Resident Manager’s responsibility to ensure that the Center is kept clean and orderly and that the residents perform their assigned duties and attend all required sessions and meetings. The Resident Manager sees that all meals are served on time and the residents adhere to the daily schedule.

The Resident Manager shall further their knowledge of alcoholism and addiction, willingness to perform all duties as assigned by the Resident Manager Supervisor, ability to follow directions and carry out goals to completion. A valid driver's license and three months experience as a mentor are both preferred.

All interested persons shall submit a resume or letter of interest to James L Simmons, the HR Manager at 720 S. B Street, San Mateo by 9/6/10 by 10:00am.  You can drop this information off to the front desk at B Street or fax to (650) 579-2640, Attention: James L Simmons.