Director of Children's Community Residence

Program: NYSOMH Licensed Children’s Community Residence (CCR), ages 8-12

Job Title: Program Director

Reports To: Associate Executive Director of Health and Mental Health Services

Date Available: Immediately

Salary Range: $90,000-$110,000.

Work Hours: 35 Hours a week M-F w emergency on call as needed

Location: Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY

To apply: Submit a resume and cover letter with qualifications to

mhcareers@hispanicfamilyservicesny.org

About Coalition for Hispanic Family Services (CHFS):

CHFS is a community- based, family-focused organization of color providing an array of services to children and families in North Brooklyn and Western Queens. For over 35 years CHFS has worked with vulnerable populations that include children in foster care, seriously emotionally disturbed children and youth and families at risk of abuse and neglect. Our strength-based model also supports progressive youth development programs, family support services and community school partnerships. The provision of accessible, high-quality family focused services to families of color is central to our holistic approach of strengthening families in a culturally competent manner. Our family- centered work serves to strengthen communities one family at a time.

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Director is responsible for the overall leadership, clinical oversight, and administrative management of a co-ed eight bed Children’s Community Residence. This position ensures that the residence operates in full compliance with OMH regulations, Justice Center standards, and agency policies. The Director oversees day-to-day operations, supervises staff, provides clinical direction, and ensures the delivery of high quality, trauma informed care that supports the safety, well-being, and development of children ages 8-12. The position also includes on-call responsibility for emergencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Leadership & Compliance

• Ensure the CCR operates in compliance with OMH regulations, Justice Center requirement, and agency policies.
• Develop, implement and monitor program policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Oversee admission, assessment, and discharge planning processes in coordination with clinical staff.
• Ensure compliance with incident reporting, NIMRS entries, and corrective action follow-ups.

Staff Supervision and Development

• Provide direct supervision to clinical, residential, and support staff, including senior counselors and counselors.
• Conduct regular supervision, performance evaluations, and staff development plans.
• Ensure all staff complete required trainings (OMH, trauma informed care, etc.).
• Ensure all staff follow the program’s treatment model of care.
• Promote a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment

Resident Care & Services

• Ensure children receive individualized, trauma-informed, and developmentally appropriate care.
• Oversee treatment planning and service delivery in coordination with clinicians, psychiatrist, and case managers.
• Monitor residents’ safety, well-being, and progress toward treatment plan goals.
• Ensure family engagement, including communication, visitation, and participation in treatment planning.

Administrative and Operational Oversight

• Manage program budget, staffing schedules, and resource allocation.
• Maintain accurate and timely program records, reports and audits.
• Serve as liaison with OMH, ACS, schools, medical providers, and community partners.
• Member of senior management team. Participate in agency leadership meetings and provide program updates to senior administration.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or related field required.
• Licensed in NYS (LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT or related license) preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory/administrative experience in residential or community-based child mental health services.
• Knowledge of OMH regulations, trauma informed care, and child welfare systems.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and crisis management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must pass Justice Center, OMH, and State Central Registry background checks.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Understanding and appreciation of the roles of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual identity, and individual values as they relate to mental health and treatment of clients and families.

Employment benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k (with employer match)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid vacation/sick/holidays

Coalition for Hispanic Family Services is an

Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity

in the workplace across all employment opportunities.