Multi Systemic Family Therapy Program Manager
CASA DE AMPAROSan Marcos, California, United States ā¢ Los Angeles, California, United States
Posted March 30, 2026
94000 - 104000
About the Company
Casa de Amparo, founded in 1978, is a leading provider of comprehensive child abuse prevention and treatment services in San Diego County and beyond, operating in Oceanside, San Marcos, and the San Diego metropolitan area. The organization serves more than 1,000 children and youth annuallyāranging from prenatal to 25 years oldāthrough a range of traumaāinformed programs such as residential services, transitional housing, group homes, and therapeutic counseling. Casa de Amparoās distinctive approach integrates preventive education, familyācentered care, and evidenceābased therapeutic interventions to promote healing, growth, and healthy relationships for both children and their caregivers. By offering specialized services for pregnant and parenting youth, foster youth, and transitional housing for former foster youth, the organization addresses the full spectrum of needs that arise from abuse and neglect. Its longāstanding reputation, community partnerships, and commitment to traumaāinformed care position Casa de Amparo as a trusted resource for families seeking safe, supportive environments that foster resilience and positive development.
Job Description
The Program Manager oversees all administrative aspects of Casa de Amparo's MST program, ensuring adherence to the MST model, contract requirements, and budget. This role collaborates closely with the MST Supervisor and MST Expert to develop program goals, policies and procedures, and promotes program visibility.
Requirements
- Develop and implement policies and procedures in partnership with the MST Supervisor, MST Expert, and agency leadership to ensure fidelity to the MST model and compliance with the Statement of Work.
- Manage funding for the MST program, including oversight of budgets, contracts, and invoicing; coordinate with development staff on grant opportunities.
- Lead recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of MST staff; collaborate with HR to ensure all staff meet licensing and background requirements.
- Provide administrative supervision to the MST Supervisor and ensure performance evaluations incorporate MST adherence data and client outcomes.
- Coordinate with MST Services to address program-level barriers and participate in Program Implementation Reviews.
- Serve as the primary point of contact with the County Contracting Officer Representative; submit required reports on program outcomes, cost-effectiveness, and fidelity.
- Oversee data collection and management; ensure timely entry of information into MSTI databases and agency Client Information Systems; review data to inform program improvements and report results to stakeholders.
- Promote MST within the community; cultivate relationships with referral sources, local champions, and stakeholders; participate in community meetings and presentations.
- Ensure staff adhere to county security and clearance requirements and maintain copies of all required documents.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
