Promesa Housing

Program Director Bronx, NY : 4/17/2023

Job Description

Job ID#:

3538

Job Category:

Promesa Housing

Position Type:

Full Time

Details:

Under supervision of the Program Administrator, the Program Director (Homes Together Program) ensures quality care and oversees the functions of the program according to regulatory bodies and accreditation requirements. This individual is responsible for the oversight and implementation of care and resources for the purpose of meeting the physical, emotional, and social needs of clients. The Program Director provides supervision of all programs' services and works to develop, implement, track, report, and evaluate measurable outcomes. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA to perform the essential functions of the job.The salary is $80K/Annually

MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES:

This position has the following management/supervisory responsibility (check only one):

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This position includes no managerial or supervisory responsibilities.

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This is a supervisory position.

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This position is a managerial position.

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This is a director/administrator position.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the sites' operations - service delivery, compliance to contracts, targets (case management, employment, housing retention and placements, medical and chart compliance, recreational activities, security, maintenance, food service if applicable, etc.)

Provide leadership, guidance, direction, and supervision to all staff to ensure accurate and timely completion of deliverables, targets and benchmarks

Interview, hire, supervise, and set up training to program personnel to reach program goals

Conduct performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, resignations, and terminations.

Monitor and maintain the fiscal condition of the program.

Develop program content to address clients' needs related to ADL, Time Management, Critical Thinking, federal, state, city and Acacia Network rules and regulations

Ensure and maintain all regulatory agency (i.e.-Dept. of Health, OTDA, DHS, Coalition for the Continuum of Care, HUD, DOH, etc) standards are in compliance (related to reporting, physical plant, food and emergency supplies, personal belongings, mail, etc.).

Understand all aspects of contract requirements and communicate this understanding to staff.

Responsible for the overall administration of the site, food service, procurement of equipment and supplies for program and staff.

Plan, interpret all policies and procedures for staff; ensure implementation of all policies and procedures.

Plan and organize program activities to maximize program contract's goals and performance targets as outlined.

Plan, coordinate and facilitate social/peer support and ADL events

Communicate with peers at other programs on issues related to client progress and best practices.

Facilitate interdepartmental communication and conduct regular staff/departmental meetings.

Set realistic weekly and monthly performance goals in accordance with contract requirements with reporting staff.

Ensure accurate and timely reporting and statistical information for both Acacia Network management and regulatory agencies.

Review the analysis of program and demographic client data to make programmatic improvements

Contact vendors and/or subcontractors to ensure appropriate service deliveries and quality.

Connect with community leaders to build connections, gain support and troubleshoot issues/concerns.

Conduct periodic internal file review and implement Quality Assurance measures as needed to ensure quality service delivery to clients (i.e.-address and investigate client complaints)

Organize onsite and offsite training opportunities for the professional development of staff.

Develop and implement crisis prevention and/or intervention strategies to ensure a safe and secure environment.

Troubleshoot client and direct reporting staff program problems, and make decisions in accordance with program policies, procedures, and protocols.

Provide assistance and follow-up in regard to critical incidents with clients.

Conduct and document one-on-one supervision of direct reporting staff to assess and improve work performance (i.e. identify training needs, professional development, etc.)

Serve as the Incident Commander for the entire facility.

Report all incidents that may subject Acacia Network to liability to the Program Administrator

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree in social services, Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, or related field, required.

Master's degree strongly preferred.

Valid New York State LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC preferred.

Seven (7 ) years of experience with homeless population or special needs population (mental illness, substance abuse, HIV, etc)

Five (5 ) years must be in a managerial position.

Experience working with individuals and/or families facing homelessness.

Experience in staff training and development.

An understanding of funding and industry regulations and a track record of meeting compliance standards

Strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment.

Ability to multitask and to work and function under pressure.

Job Requirements