Assistant Director of Youth Transitional Living Programs

The Center for Youth Services, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Youth Services, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director of Youth Transitional Living Programs to lead RHY services for ages 16-24 and a rapid rehousing program for young adults 18-25. The role includes supervision, program evaluation, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The Assistant Director participates in after-hours on-call coverage and supports program managers in meeting contractual objectives while promoting safety and high-quality care for vulnerable youth in Monroe County.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field with 3 years of related experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a counseling or residential program.
• Access to a reliable vehicle daily; valid driver's license; insurable driving record.
• Must carry auto insurance as specified (Bodily Injury $100,000/$300,000; Property Damage $50,000).
• Position requires adherence to state, federal, and local RHY program regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support Program Managers in personnel functions and performance reviews.
• Plan, develop, and evaluate services; ensure alignment with the agency's mission.
• Provide leadership and coordination of RHY services and other agency programs.
• Monitor contract objectives and assist in grant development when needed.
• Oversee on-call RHY supervision rotation and after-hours coverage.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Program management

Policy compliance

Education

Master's degree in social work

Master's degree in counseling

Master's degree in psychology

Bachelor's degree in related fields

Job description

Assistant Director of Youth Transitional Living Programs

PAY RANGE: $59,500 - $62,500 gross annual

In 1971, a group of students from Brighton High School had the idea to create a "center" to meet the specific needs of youth in Rochester, NY. The philosophy supporting the vision was quite radical for the time: that young people, given information and support, could make their own positive life choices. They founded The Center to be informed by youth, for youth. The Center for Youth continues with this as our core principle. We are committed to empowering and advocating for vulnerable youth while always elevating their voices. Our mission is to provide comprehensive programs completely free, voluntary, and confidential. The Counseling and Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Department provides a continuum of essential services to the most vulnerable youth in our community, including two crisis nurseries, an emergency shelter, permanent and transitional housing, a food and clothing pantry, street outreach, and support for minor victims of commercial sexual exploitation.

Requirements

The Assistant Director supports and supervises the Program Managers, monitors and evaluates direct service delivery, implements ongoing quality improvements, assuring compliance with policies and procedures, and adhering to funder requirements and regulations. This position oversees The Center's transitional living programs for RHY ages 16-24, as well as a rapid rehousing program serving homeless young adults ages 18-25. The Assistant Director also participates in the On-Call RHY Supervisor rotation (1 week, every 6-7 weeks). This emergency response system will provide after-hours and weekend support to all RHY residential programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Monitor and support Program Managers in fulfilling personnel functions, staff supervision, development of performance standards, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions
• Plan, develop, and implement evaluation and assessment of services
• Develop and implement services consistent with the agency's mission and philosophy
• Provide leadership, coordination, and integration of RHY services and other agency services
• Monitor program contract objectives
• Participate in the development and evaluation of the program management plan
• Facilitate the orientation of new staff
• Provide support in the development of agency grants and respond, as requested, to funder requests and needs
• Ensure client safety and quality of care through compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations governing the operation of RHY programs, including certification, record keeping, reporting, and evaluation requirements
• Actively networks and participates with other provider agencies and collaborations
• Other responsibilities as assigned

EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES

Is youth-friendly, positive, and possesses significant knowledge of:

• issues relating to runaway/homeless youth, adolescent development and behaviors, outreach, and residential services
• counseling and case management (individual and group)
• basic and independent life skills
• youth-serving systems
• community resources
• partnerships and collaborations
• adolescent development including positive youth development, asset development, risk reduction, and protective factors
• communication and conflict resolution skills
• program development and assessment skills
• staff supervision and development
• quality assurance methods

Possess The Ability To

• structure, organize, and chair meetings and work groups
• work with diverse community groups and educators to build partnerships to meet youth and family needs
• be sensitive to and appreciate cultural differences
• manage and evaluate programs and services

CULTURAL COMPETENCY

The Center delivers programs and services to youth and families across Monroe County, representing many racial, cultural, and geographic groups. The Center ensures understanding and values differences in people of diverse cultures, ethnic origins, sexual orientations, disabilities, and beliefs. All staff are required to attend cultural competency workshops and training and to continually enhance their understanding of cultural diversity. The Center Performance Appraisal, administered annually, provides an opportunity for staff to evaluate how they integrate culturally competent practices into everyday work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must be autonomously mobile in providing easy access to services.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field and 3 years related experience OR Bachelor's degree in above areas and 5 years related experience
• A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a counseling or residential program.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle on a daily basis
• Must possess a valid Driver's License with a driving record acceptable to our agency's insurance carrier
• Must carry minimum auto insurance coverage of Bodily Injury: $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident and Property Damage: $50,000

The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.

Salary: $59000 - $62500 per year