Assistant Director

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; City of Newburgh, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Vision

Short Term Disability

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director to support the Program Director by hiring and training new employees, motivating staff, and providing supervision, with weekly performance updates.

The role requires coordination of intakes, staffing for client service hours, and ensuring compliance with YAP and referring authorities. A commitment to strength-based, culturally competent, unconditional care is essential; travel to homes and schools may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree generally preferred.
• At least one year of managing personnel and budgets.
• Experience with at risk youth, probation, court liaison, etc. a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; EHR experience a plus.
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Flexible Schedule – may be required to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support Program Director with hiring and training staff.
• Motivate and supervise staff; communicate weekly performance to the Director.
• Coordinate intakes and staffing to manage client service hours and ensure compliance with YAP requirements.
• Provide direct service and coverage including evenings and weekends.
• Travel as needed to fulfill duties.

Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

People & Budget Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree generally preferred

Job description

Summary of Position: The Assistant Director position is responsible to support the Program Director with hiring and training new employees, motivating, and providing supervision of staff, and communicating weekly performance to the Director.

• Responsible to perform intakes, coordinate participant staffing to manage the delivery of client service hours to ensure maximum and appropriate levels of weekly services while managing compliance with all YAP and referring authority requirements.
• Position requires a commitment to strength based, culturally competent and unconditional care philosophy.
• Direct service and coverage required that includes availability to support staff and families as well as group work.
• Knowledge of child welfare systems, mental health practices, juvenile justice systems, and budgetary concepts are needed.
• Creativity and pro-active planning are essential to this position.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree generally preferred;
• Commensurate experience in community-based agency programs is acceptable except for programs where the referring authority requires a specific degree.
• At a minimum, at least one-year of previous experience in managing personnel and budgets.
• Experience with at risk youth, probation, court liaison, etc. a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and computer knowledge. Experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage
• Flexible Schedule - may be required to work evenings and weekends.

Benefits Available:

• Medical/Prescription
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics

Travel Required

Yes . May require travel throughout the community to homes and schools

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Basic Computer Skills

Intermediate

Strong Communication Skills

Some Knowledge

Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Masters or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Driver's License

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