Program Manager - Journey Project; LICSW​/LPC

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation: We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The salary range for this position is $79,000.00 - $85,000.00 and may be commensurate with experience.

Program Manager-Journey Project manages the effective and efficient client intake, assessment, treatment, and referral activities of the Journey Project. Oversees the daily responsibilities of the Journey Project program operations. Provides direct client services, including diagnostic assessment, brief counseling, and crisis intervention as assigned/needed. Represents SOME to external stakeholders and grant monitors as required.

This position is grant‑funded and dependent on the renewal of grant funding each year. The position will end after one year unless additional grant funding is secured.

Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling;
Independent licensure (LICSW/LPC); 3-5 years of experience providing mental health and/or addiction treatment services; previous supervisory experience (intern supervision qualifies).

LICSW or LPC by the District of Columbia Department of Health; CPR/First Aid.

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (40 hours per week).

• Ensure that Trauma‑Informed Care (TIC) principles are infused in all aspects of programming (environment, policies, interventions, staff onboarding/ongoing training).
• Provide clinical guidance and oversight to therapy, peer support, and psychiatric services to optimize access to care and manage capacity.
• Ensure that documentation is reviewed, audited, signed off, and released for billing, following all quality and compliance regulations and expectations.
• Assist and provide support to staff during a crisis as needed, and ensure clients are provided with the needed and quality services.
• Evaluate and manage access to and utilization of alternative healing activities and interventions related to social determinants of health.
• Establish therapeutic rapport with clients and provide diagnostic assessment, individual counseling, case management, and referrals for the established caseload of clients.

• In-depth knowledge of trauma and mental health symptoms and treatment protocol.
• Knowledge of electronic health records usage and management.
• Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of state laws and mandatory reporting requirements.
• Customer service skills with clients.
• Flexibility with the ability to multitask despite competing priorities.
• Organized with an attention to detail.
• Relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to communicate TIC principles and therapy modalities to staff and support implementation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to set professional boundaries.
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Mission‑focused.

Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods. Must be able to travel to events and meetings off‑site.

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

Open Until Filled.

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