Job Description - Program Supervisor (Interim Role)
Title: Program Supervisor (Interim Role - Up to 6 months) Division: Project 180 Pay Scale: $71,256.14 - $98,361.12 annually Location: Antelope Valley, CA
The Organization: SSG-Project 180 turns lives around through innovative, wraparound services that keep people out of institutions and in their communities. Project 180 is a leader in the forensic treatment space, offering high-quality, specialized treatment programs that serve thousands of justice-involved individuals. Our programs span criminal justice intercepts and include pre-arrest interventions, court-based diversions, jail in-reach, and intensive post-release services. Project 180 operates in partnership with County agencies including the Department of Mental Health (DMH), the Department of Health Services (DHS), and the Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD).
The Program: RDP is a County-operated program that diverts criminal defendants out of the criminal legal system at the early stages of the court process. The program provides in-court mental health evaluation, linkage to treatment services, and case management support to participants, whose criminal case is dismissed upon successful program completion.
The Position: The Rapid Diversion Program (RDP) Program Supervisor will manage service delivery for one courthouse, supervising a team of 4-8 case-management staff. The position reports to the Senior Supervisor and is responsible for leading their team to deliver high-quality service and program outcomes, coordinating day-to-day program operations with Court stakeholders, and integrating local operations with all program policies and expectations. This is an interim position for up to 6 months, with an anticipated end date of January 15, 2026. At the conclusion of this position, we will be willing to explore other opportunities within our organization, but cannot guarantee any opportunities.
Essential Functions: Manage program staff to ensure high-quality service delivery and outcomes
Hire, onboard, and train new case managers, with support from Senior Supervisor as appropriate
Supervise staff to meet performance expectations. Provide regular coaching and feedback, conduct annual performance reviews, implement disciplinary actions as needed, and perform administrative managerial duties
Monitor data on staff performance and site outcomes. Proactively identify and address issues in order to meet local program goals
Help staff troubleshoot challenging client-service situations through weekly supervision, ad-hoc coaching, and direct intervention as needed
Cultivate strong team culture and staff retention Coordinate day-to-day operations with Court professionals and attorneys
Build and maintain strong working relationships with attorneys and court staff and DMH workers
Identify and resolve operational issues preventing effective and efficient service delivery
Provide coverage for in-court staff and/or other supervisors during vacancies and leaves of absence.
Ensure local compliance with program policies and expectations
Communicate regularly with Senior Supervisor to report progress and escalate issues or concerns
Provide input into program policy decisions.
Oversee data quality and ensure staff compliance with data-management expectations
Understand and ensure faithful implementation of all program policies, norms, and requirements
Fulfill baseline Project 180 staff expectations
Regular attendance required. Holiday or weekend work may be required.
Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles
Perform other duties as needed
Skills and Abilities
Communication & Collaboration: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; builds strong relationships with colleagues, subordinates, and external partners. Actively listens and works well with others, even when perspectives differ. Comfortable navigating difficult conversations with professionalism.
Initiative & Adaptability: Proactive and able to work independently; quickly adapts to changing priorities, environments, and expectations. Learns new systems and processes with ease.
Organization & Attention to Detail: Highly organized and detail-oriented; effectively plans, schedules, and prioritizes tasks to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Analytical & Technological Skills: Interprets data to generate insights and supports decision-making; demonstrates strong proficiency with relevant technology.
Integrity & Work Ethic: Maintains trust, confidentiality, and ethical standards; brings a strong sense of dedication, reliability, and follow-through to all work.
Talent Development: Identifies candidates aligned with organizational values; supports and coaches team members to build skills and improve performance.
Positive Attitude: Demonstrates enthusiasm, energy, and a solution-oriented mindset in the workplace.
Minimum Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of professional experience providing mental health or case management services in a forensic/court-based setting, a county-operated mental health program, or similar OR 2 years of experience as a case manager, resource navigator or therapist at Project 180.
Preferred: Master’s degree (MSW, MFT, PCC) in mental health field from an accredited college or university
Experience working with culturally diverse populations
Valid CA driver’s license, proof of insurance and own vehicle required
Verification of Employment Eligibility and Background Check
Supervisory Responsibilities Supervisor will directly manage a team of approximately 4-8 staff.
Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions) Supervisor will be based in a courthouse and will need to perform job duties throughout the building (courtroom, public areas, team office) as well as in the Project 180 office and in field settings.
Physical Requirements The employee is expected to move about the courthouse throughout the day, which may involve walking, standing, and climbing stairs, or using a mobility device, or similar. The employee is expected to drive, carry a maximum of 20 lbs, listen, and speak in order to complete job requirements.
Mental Requirements The employee must be able to do any/all of the following: perform complex and varied tasks such as synthesizing information and making decisions without immediate supervision; handle routine distractions, interruptions, noise, and uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; interact professionally and diplomatically in high-stress situations; create and follow plans; meet deadlines.
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