Entry Level Project Director Jobs
New grad project director jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Education, Science & Research, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like ATI Restoration, WuXi AppTec, and The People Concern hiring at this level now.
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Role: Assistant Director, Project-based Housing
Reports to: Director, Project-based Housing
Status: Full-time, Exempt (Salary), Management
Location: 127th Street Apartments - 550 W. 127th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90044 & El Segundo Apartments - 535 W El Segundo Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan
Opening: 1
Summary
The Assistant Director of Project-based Housing will support the Director of Project-based Housing in overseeing designated Project-based Housing sites, employees, and clients throughout Los Angeles County.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Develop effective, trusting relationships with clients using a client-centered approach that includes motivational interviewing and harm reduction.
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Provide clinical consultation to staff working with complex clinical situations and suggest appropriate clinical interventions.
-
Daily coordination and oversight of program operations and program activities.
-
Provide clinical supervision to staff working towards licensure.
-
Provide leadership to staff to ensure integration of client care with Property Management and Developer for all Project-based Housing sites.
-
Work with Brilliant Corners, HACLA, and LACDA to address policy or client related advocacy.
-
Develop awareness of funder expectations and respond to funders with appropriate communication and coordination of services.
-
Assist Program Management staff in recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of direct service staff.
-
In partnership with the Director of Project-based Housing, provide leadership and supervision to housing department Project-based Housing Program Managers.
-
Ensure that data is being entered into the DHS database (CHAMP) and LAHSA database (HMIS) in a timely manner. Ensure data accuracy for reporting requirements’ outcomes.
-
Monitor that staff are providing appropriate level of service and that progress notes are being completed in a timely manner.
-
Organize documentation for housing applications (HACoLA, HACLA and Brilliant Corners).
-
Ensure intake and psychosocial assessment are completed for all referrals within timeline listed in DHS ICMS work order.
-
Monitor that goal plans are being updated quarterly.
-
Participate in and support leadership of case conference, staff meetings, trainings, and retreats.
-
Maintain client confidentiality at all times and ensure to follow agency, state and HIPAA laws.
-
Provide direct support with client crisis intervention including writing 51/50 applications, when appropriate.
-
Follow up on client grievances working towards appropriate resolution for clients and staff.
-
Attend Quality Assurance meetings.
-
Provide death and dying debriefing with staff, when directed.
-
Ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
Qualifications
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Masters’ degree in mental health field (Social Work, MFT, or Psychology).
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Active clinical License and good standing with California Board of Behavioral Sciences for over 2 years.
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Extensive experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
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At least 2 years of management/supervisory experience preferred.
-
Able to work in a high tolerance Harm Reduction model with Members who have multiple barriers.
-
Extensive knowledge of local and federal government benefits and entitlements.
-
Highly detail oriented with excellent time management, organizational, written, verbal, and cross-cultural communication skills.
-
Computer literate; able to effectively use computerized database for client file management, with basic skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel programs.
-
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and team building skills.
-
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
-
Passion for working with the population served.
Work Environment
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On occasion walk or drive to different local sites
-
Regularly required to sit, stand, bend and occasionally lift or carry up to 35 pounds
-
Field (may need to travel) and indoor office environment
-
Will necessitate working in busy and loud environments
-
Will be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odor
-
May need to bend, stoop, twist, and sit throughout the day
EXPECTED BEHAVIORS OF ALL STAFF
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Act as a role model
-
Demonstrate a sense of responsibility
-
Continuously learn and improve
-
Acknowledge your own areas of improvement
-
Hear and provide honest, specific and direct feedback
-
Create an environment where everyone is welcomed valued and respected
-
Collaborate
Equal Opportunity Employer
The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws.
About the People Concern
The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County’s largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence.
With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care – including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing – tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.
The People Concern’s model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities.
Benefits & Perks
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation Days
- Paid Sick Days
- Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
- TELUS Health
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Corporate Discounts: Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More
- The People Concern University & Certificates
Role: Assistant Director, Project-based Housing
Reports to: Director, Project-based Housing
Status: Full-time, Exempt (Salary), Management
Location: 127th Street Apartments - 550 W. 127th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90044 & El Segundo Apartments - 535 W El Segundo Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan
Opening: 1
Summary
The Assistant Director of Project-based Housing will support the Director of Project-based Housing in overseeing designated Project-based Housing sites, employees, and clients throughout Los Angeles County.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
-
Develop effective, trusting relationships with clients using a client-centered approach that includes motivational interviewing and harm reduction.
-
Provide clinical consultation to staff working with complex clinical situations and suggest appropriate clinical interventions.
-
Daily coordination and oversight of program operations and program activities.
-
Provide clinical supervision to staff working towards licensure.
-
Provide leadership to staff to ensure integration of client care with Property Management and Developer for all Project-based Housing sites.
-
Work with Brilliant Corners, HACLA, and LACDA to address policy or client related advocacy.
-
Develop awareness of funder expectations and respond to funders with appropriate communication and coordination of services.
-
Assist Program Management staff in recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of direct service staff.
-
In partnership with the Director of Project-based Housing, provide leadership and supervision to housing department Project-based Housing Program Managers.
-
Ensure that data is being entered into the DHS database (CHAMP) and LAHSA database (HMIS) in a timely manner. Ensure data accuracy for reporting requirements’ outcomes.
-
Monitor that staff are providing appropriate level of service and that progress notes are being completed in a timely manner.
-
Organize documentation for housing applications (HACoLA, HACLA and Brilliant Corners).
-
Ensure intake and psychosocial assessment are completed for all referrals within timeline listed in DHS ICMS work order.
-
Monitor that goal plans are being updated quarterly.
-
Participate in and support leadership of case conference, staff meetings, trainings, and retreats.
-
Maintain client confidentiality at all times and ensure to follow agency, state and HIPAA laws.
-
Provide direct support with client crisis intervention including writing 51/50 applications, when appropriate.
-
Follow up on client grievances working towards appropriate resolution for clients and staff.
-
Attend Quality Assurance meetings.
-
Provide death and dying debriefing with staff, when directed.
-
Ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
Qualifications
-
Masters’ degree in mental health field (Social Work, MFT, or Psychology).
-
Active clinical License and good standing with California Board of Behavioral Sciences for over 2 years.
-
Extensive experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
-
At least 2 years of management/supervisory experience preferred.
-
Able to work in a high tolerance Harm Reduction model with Members who have multiple barriers.
-
Extensive knowledge of local and federal government benefits and entitlements.
-
Highly detail oriented with excellent time management, organizational, written, verbal, and cross-cultural communication skills.
-
Computer literate; able to effectively use computerized database for client file management, with basic skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel programs.
-
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and team building skills.
-
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
-
Passion for working with the population served.
Work Environment
-
On occasion walk or drive to different local sites
-
Regularly required to sit, stand, bend and occasionally lift or carry up to 35 pounds
-
Field (may need to travel) and indoor office environment
-
Will necessitate working in busy and loud environments
-
Will be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odor
-
May need to bend, stoop, twist, and sit throughout the day
EXPECTED BEHAVIORS OF ALL STAFF
-
Act as a role model
-
Demonstrate a sense of responsibility
-
Continuously learn and improve
-
Acknowledge your own areas of improvement
-
Hear and provide honest, specific and direct feedback
-
Create an environment where everyone is welcomed valued and respected
-
Collaborate
Equal Opportunity Employer
The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws.
About the People Concern
The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County’s largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence.
With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care – including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing – tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.
The People Concern’s model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities.
Benefits & Perks
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation Days
- Paid Sick Days
- Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
- TELUS Health
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Corporate Discounts: Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More
- The People Concern University & Certificates
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Entry Level Project Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level project director job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate basic project coordination skills, familiarity with tools like Asana, Jira, or Microsoft Project, and the ability to manage timelines and communicate with stakeholders. Internship experience, a capstone project, or volunteer work coordinating a team all give you a concrete edge. Tailoring your resume to show ownership of any project, even a small one, signals readiness for the role.
Which companies hire entry level project directors?
Companies hiring entry level project directors right now include ATI Restoration, WuXi AppTec, and The People Concern, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including startups building out their operations teams, mid-size firms growing their delivery functions, and large enterprises with structured associate or junior project management programs.
Are there remote entry level project director jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles still make up a significant share of openings at this level. About 67% of entry level project director openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so candidates who need location flexibility have real options. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you see only the arrangements that fit your situation.
Are these new grad project director jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A posting is new-grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as sufficient, accepts internships or academic project work in place of full-time history, or mentions a portfolio as an alternative to a long resume. Searching for those signals in the job description helps you identify the right fits quickly.
Which industries hire the most entry level project directors?
Entry Level project director roles concentrate in Education, Science & Research, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they run high volumes of time-sensitive projects, need coordinators who can learn processes quickly, and often have structured onboarding paths designed for candidates who are just starting out.