About the Role
The Program Director is responsible for the day-to-day management of the program in accordance with regulatory compliance, contractual requirements, and organizational standards. This individual will manage the Kenilworth location in Brooklyn, NY.
Responsibilities
- Monitor program effectiveness to ensure goals and targets are met.
- Manage multi-disciplinary teams and ensure integrated service delivery.
- Ensure program staff implement procedures and policies for quality service provision.
- Collaborate in the development of annual operating budgets and review expense reports.
- Ensure program expenditures are within budgeted parameters.
- Submit billing reports in a timely manner and respond to billing inquiries.
- Approve purchase requisitions and ensure compliance with procurement procedures.
- Ensure facilities operate in compliance with relevant regulations.
- Ensure the program meets occupancy rate targets.
- Monitor unit work orders and complaints, ensuring timely responses.
- Monitor and analyze reports to ensure program goals support the organization's mission.
- Monitor DHS performance metrics and develop strategies to meet them.
- Lead the implementation of continuous quality improvement activities.
- Develop systems, processes, and tools to meet or exceed government/funder standards.
- Conduct program audits to ensure compliance.
- Analyze audit findings and establish measures for improvement.
- Lead or participate in CQI projects and committees.
- Submit quality and timely reports to regulatory agencies.
- Hire, train, coach, and provide performance feedback to direct reports.
- Ensure staff receive required trainings.
- Collaborate with HR on staff performance issues.
- Promote collaboration and effective communication among staff and departments.
- Establish liaisons with community agencies for client services.
- Participate in community meetings as a liaison.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited college/university.
- NYS licensure (LCSW or LMSW) strongly preferred.
- Minimum of four years’ human services experience.
- At least two years of managerial and supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated professional progression in supervision and program management.
- Experience with multi-problem families and/or individuals desirable.
- Ability to think and act calmly in emergency situations.
- Ability to work with a team.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage tasks efficiently.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize assignments.
- Excellent analytical, evaluative, and human service management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication, organizational, supervisory, and leadership skills.
- Must have incredible initiative.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to complete complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be adept and comfortable with crisis management.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of community-based providers.
- Knowledge of community health services, social service support agencies, and networks.
- Familiarity with DHS and OTDA social service documentation policies and procedures.
- High level of computer proficiency in Word, Excel.
- Ability to learn new technologies and databases.
- May be required to work long hours and a varied schedule.
- Traveling throughout various locations in the New York City area.
- Lifting and moving objects weighing up to 30 pounds several times a week.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills
- Social Work
- Program Management
- Supervision
- Crisis Management
- Budget Management
- Billing
- Procurement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Quality Improvement
- Auditing
- Staff Training
- Performance Management
- Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Analytical Skills
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Computer Proficiency (Word, Excel)
- Database Management
Location
- Brooklyn, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Managerial experience
- Supervisory experience
- Minimum of four years’ human services experience
- At least two years of managerial and supervisory experience
Education Level
- Master’s Degree in Social Work
About the Company
- Children’s Rescue Fund is a 24/7 operation.
Equal Opportunity
- Children’s Rescue Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
