What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Program Director position at CENTER FOR URBAN COMMUNITY SVC?
The Center for Urban Community Services (CUCS) invites applications for an Assistant Program Director position for The Lee, a supportive housing program that opened in 2010, located in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan. Supportive housing is an evidence-based model that combines affordable housing with vital support services to help clients develop independent living skills, access essential services, build a community, and ultimately exit homelessness for good. CUCS provides comprehensive on-site social services to 104 formerly homeless individuals with diagnosed mental illness, substance use, and/or HIV/AIDS. Services include on-site primary medical and psychiatric services and comprehensive case management. Residents are also provided with a variety of groups and activities that allow them to connect with others and live a full and satisfying life.
Responsibilities:
On a continuing basis, this position works closely with the Program Director and has the primary responsibility for supervision of designated clinical staff and oversight of the site’s special services programs, including on-site psychiatry, primary care, and tenant services. Additionally, this individual is responsible for maintaining good relations with funders and other stakeholders, and developing and maintaining a program culture that is client centered, outcome oriented, and dedicated to continuous quality improvement.
The position requires a thorough understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures, including strong knowledge and experience with mental health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services aimed to support parents to successfully raise their children in our program. It also requires strong supervisory and administrative skills and the ability to interface effectively and efficiently with colleagues to ensure quality services and program operations.
This job posting highlights the primary responsibilities of the role and does not represent a complete job description. The full scope of duties, responsibilities, and performance expectations will be provided in the official job description upon hire.