What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at THE CHILD CENTER OF NY?
Summary:
The Program Director is responsible for overseeing and managing the operation of a program. The Program Director assures the implementation of programs signed effectively within the division. This position requires effective communication between Associate Vice Presidents, Senior Program Directors, Director, program staff, all program stakeholders, and other agency departments. PD is responsible for monitoring budget, audits and all components of program compliance.
Essential Functions:
● Manage, implement and oversee program(s) requirements as assigned.
● Set additional requirements and standards as specified by Child Center of NY.
● Set program targets and goals, prepare and monitor program budget, and provide program reports.
● Coordinate staff acquisition, orientation, training, payroll and evaluations with Human Resources.
● Provide supervision to all staff including feedback, evaluations and write-ups as needed.
● Develop and support employee growth for retention.
● Communicate program aspects throughout the organization.
● Oversee community engagement, outreach, and stakeholder relationships.
● Meet performance expectations/metrics, as defined for the position within the assigned program.
● Perform other related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
● Manages the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Program.
● Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with agency policies and applicable laws.
● Solid comprehension of Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) where applicable.
● Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, directing work, leading trainings, rewarding, disciplining employees, performance reviews, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Minimum Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Public Administration, Social Work or related.
● 5 years’ experience in field with minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office. ● Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
● Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.
● Pass clearances, fingerprints, and demonstrate satisfactory health check-up.
Qualifications Preferred:
● Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related.
● SIFI.
● Bilingual in one or more of the following: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali or others depending on neighborhood needs.
