Director

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director to lead our organization in delivering exceptional services and programs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in behavioral health and program management, particularly in working with individuals who are experiencing homeless. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker who can effectively manage budgets, supervise staff, and foster relationships within the community to enhance program development.

Duties

• Because support and supervision for resident families is at the heart of our mission, the director will:
• 1. Call and coordinate biweekly team meetings of the Case Managers, Child Care, and Activities Coordinator.
• 2. Assemble all Family Care Monitors from all shifts at least once per month.
• 3. Gather the entire staff at least monthly to focus on common concerns or crises.
• 4. Monitor all case management with particular attention to compliance with Part 900 regulations, documentation, clarity of each family’s service plan, and progress toward its goal, including permanent housing.
• 5. Review each working day the 24-hour log maintained by family care monitors and incident reports.
• 6. Be accessible to staff for consultation and professional support when residents’ issues need immediate resolution.
• 7. Self-assign total case management for one or more families during staff shortage or family crisis;
• 8. Educate and motivate our staff to focus continually on creative program development.
• 9. Be on call 24 hours a day and 7 days a week except as specifically assigned to other staff.
• Qualifications
• Master’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, or related human services field preferred.
• Experience in an agency serving the homeless, preferably a Family Shelter
• Strong administrative and program development skills demonstrated by previous experience.
• ability to offer supervision, professional consultation, support to our staff, and ongoing mandated staff training. Substance abuse, sexual harassment, and how to deal with people who have anger problems.
• English/Spanish bilingual helpful.
• Knowledge about chemical dependency and experience with chemically dependent persons.
• Five years or more skill in computer programs, Microsoft Word, Excel, Desktop publications, and QuickBooks.

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities to apply for this rewarding leadership opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,311.00 - $80,481.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• City of Newburgh, NY 12550: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $74,311 - $80,481