Director, Program - Transitional Housing
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This position oversees the management of a transitional family residence serving families with children, ensuring compliance with NYS OTDA, NYC DHS, and Win guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Supervise multidisciplinary team including Social Service Supervisors, Housing Coordinators, Case Managers, and Administrative Assistants.
- Coordinate services with Employment, Child Care, and Recreation staff to provide integrated support to residents.
- Provide coaching, training, and staff development, including orientation for new staff.
- Ensure compliance with Win's policies, including performance evaluations and staff performance concerns.
- Model and promote Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
- Monitor documentation in CARES database and support staff in using EBP with clients.
- Establish community linkages for services like medical, mental health, and substance abuse.
- Monitor program effectiveness in housing, employment, and family stability outcomes.
- Develop and implement procedures to ensure quality service.
- Maintain a safe environment, oversee security and maintenance, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Manage expenditures, petty cash, and program cards in accordance with policies.
- Participate in community organizations, serve as liaison, and represent Win at meetings and conferences.
- Establish a Community Advisory Board and participate in staff hiring and other duties as needed.
Essential Functions
- On-call 24/7.
- Ability to ascend/descend stairs and travel within NYC for meetings and training.
Qualifications
- Commitment to Win's mission and values.
- MPH, MSW, or MA in Health/Social Services.
- At least 5 years in human services, including 3 in supervisory roles managing budgets and staff.
- Knowledge of EBP, MI, TIC, and ability to manage boundaries and cultural reflexivity.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of CARES and MS Office preferred; bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.
Core Competencies
- Leadership, facilitating change, performance management, expertise development, and collaboration.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Win is committed to an inclusive, diverse workplace and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to protected categories.
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