*Hot Job* Clinical Supervisor/ Assistant Program Director (LMSW/LCSW) Supportive Housing, Glenm[...]

African American Planning Commission; Brooklyn (OH); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare: Medical, Dental & Vision

Commuter Benefits

Paid Holidays

Annual Paid Time Off (23 days)

Retirement Benefits Plan (403b)

Job summary

The African American Planning Commission is hiring for the position of Assistant Program Director in Brooklyn, NY. This role involves supervising a supportive housing program for individuals with severe mental illness and ensuring compliance with operational guidelines.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree and possess supervisory experience in mental health or similar fields. The compensation is set at $90,000 per year. Benefits include healthcare, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field with 3-4 years of supervisory experience.
• LCSW or LMSW required.
• Experience with mental health and homeless populations.

Responsibilities

• Implement ongoing operations for a supportive housing residence.
• Supervise social services staff and provide regular training.
• Develop and monitor individualized service plans for tenants.

Skills

Management and supervisory skills

Analytical and organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

LCSW or LMSW

Job description

Job Details

Location: Glenmore Manor – Brooklyn, NY 11206
Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $90,000.00
Reporting Relationships: The Assistant Program Director reports to and is supervised by the Program Director.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Program Director, implements the on‑going operation of a supportive housing residence for formerly homeless persons living with severe mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders.
• Provides regular structured supervisions that facilitate ongoing professional growth to social services staff members.
• Prepares monthly and quarterly reports on delivery of services and expenditures.
• Develops and maintains a complete social service staffing schedule.
• Recruits, interviews, hires and evaluates staff in collaboration with the Program Director.
• Ensures compliance with organizational standards of confidentiality in handling records.
• Attends all internal trainings, development conferences and other mandated trainings scheduled by funding agency.
• Develops trainings and makes presentations to staff at regular intervals; creates individualized training plans for each staff member.
• Ensures that the supportive housing program’s operations conform to and are operated within the guidelines, rules and regulations set forth by the funding agency.
• Oversees the development and implementation of individualized service plans and provides ongoing monitoring of tenants’ physical, emotional, and practical needs.
• Provides crisis intervention, assessment, and evaluates the tenant’s needs.
• Links tenants with vital community resources including medical, mental health and support groups.
• Leads monthly tenant meetings and program events in conjunction with the Program Director.
• Oversees the day‑to‑day functions of the social services staff.
• Collaborates with building management/HRA and other external agencies to ensure that tenant advocacy and effective rendering of services.
• Conducts periodic internal file review and implements Quality Assurance measures as needed to ensure quality service delivery to tenants.
• Organizes and conducts onsite and offsite training opportunities for professional development of staff.
• Collaborates with Program Director in the implementation of crisis prevention and/or intervention strategies to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Participates in all trainings, meetings, IRC meetings, internal and external audits.
• Ensures completion of all required documentation including DOHMH surveys, audits and required input into CAPS and TMS.
• Oversees the day‑to‑day functions of the case management staff.
• Collaborates with other units/teams to ensure that client advocacy and effective rendering of services.
• Performs other job‑related duties as may be assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimal Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field (social work, mental health counseling, psychology, sociology, human services, etc.) with at least three (3) – four (4) years of supervisory experience working with mental health populations, substance abuse programs, inpatient/outpatient treatment, homeless populations, etc.
• LCSW or LMSW, required

Other Qualifications:

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Proficient analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to make program decisions in absence of the Program Director.
• Knowledge of database systems that record and track tenant data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with focus on providing excellent tenant services.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to complete reports, as assigned.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a diverse community of residents, program staff and external vendors.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and apply problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working collaboratively in a team‑oriented and outcomes‑focused environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range: $90,000 per year.

Benefits include:

• Health and Welfare: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental & Vision
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (23 days)
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Retirement Benefits Plan (403b)
• College student debt forgiveness tax‑free on Federal Direct Loans under the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, PSLF, if working full‑time and making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

AAPCI is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.