Breaking Ground - Director, ProgramsLocation: Seafarers, 123 East 15th Street, New York, New York, United States of AmericaDate Posted: Friday, April 12, 2024ABOUT US: We believe that everyone deserves a home!
Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut.
Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors.
Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Senior Director, the Director, Programs, Transitional Housing is responsible for the 24/7 operations for Seafarers Safe-Haven, including overseeing clinical and case management services.
The Director manages clinical and case management staff and oversees subcontractors providing security, medical, psychiatric, and food services.
The Director ensures the Seafarers Safe-Haven is a safe, attractive housing alternative for street homeless individuals and expedites client placement into appropriate permanent housing and supportive services.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversee daily Safe Haven operations and collaborate with the Director of Facility Maintenance and Director of Operations to ensure effective service delivery.Ensure compliance with NYC and NY State regulations, including adherence to DHS contract requirements.Supervise Assistant Program Director, Facility Maintenance, and Operations staff to ensure effective management of clinical and case management teams.Oversee and promote effective strategies for case management and placement of clients into permanent housing.Manage incident management, crisis interventions, and ensure timely documentation submission to oversight entities.Engage with external partners including SHS, community boards, and elected officials.Responsible for program outcome measures and performance targets, utilizing management tools and data for accountability.Collaborate with government agencies and community members to develop solution-oriented strategies for street homelessness.Ensure positive communication and collaboration with partners in transitional and supportive housing.Manage the program's budget and support staff professional growth through supervision and training.Perform other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree required; NYS Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience.Experience working in 24/7 programs and with homeless or formerly homeless populations preferred.Thorough clinical understanding of service delivery concepts including Housing First and Harm Reduction models.Experience with crisis intervention and risk assessments.Ability to work successfully with a wide range of stakeholders.Demonstrated success in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.Ability to delegate and motivate staff to achieve deliverables.Strong verbal and written communication skills with diverse populations.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Access-based databases.EOE/M/F/Vet/DisabledMin Hiring Rate: $87,000.00Max Hiring Rate: $95,000.00Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr
