Assistant Program Director: Inclusion Lead

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child Center of NY in Far Rockaway, NY seeks an Assistant Program Director (APD) to support program operations, supervision, and inclusive practices for youth services. You will coordinate accommodations and ensure equitable access to all services across locations.

Responsibilities include staff leadership, family engagement, and collaboration with DYCD and partners to strengthen behavioral health supports and trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring program activities to ensure goals align with agency mission and participant needs.
• Support staff scheduling, supervision, and program logistics.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout program hours to ensure safety, engagement, and quality of service.
• Observe programming, provide coaching and feedback, and help ensure compliance with all agency and DYCD requirements.
• Serve as Inclusion Coordinator to help participants, families, and staff identify and access tools and resources—including those provided by DYCD.
• Develop and manage Individualized Accommodation Plans for participants, and maintain Student Behavioral Support Plans and Logs.
• Coordinate directly provided services (e.g., paraprofessionals for students with disabilities, bilingual staff for ELLs) and indirect supports (e.g., referrals to NYCPS professionals for screening or diagnosis).
• Communicate with DYCD about specialized supports (e.g., paraprofessionals, nurses, or transportation) that extend beyond the program’s reasonable accommodation capacity.
• Collaborate with The Child Center’s Behavioral Health Division, AVP of YD SBMH Programming, school partners, and community providers to ensure integrated, inclusive support for all youth.
• Support onboarding, training, and coaching staff to implement inclusive practices and behavior support strategies.
• Promote positive communication and collaboration among staff, families, and school teams.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field

Job description

The Child Center of NY in Far Rockaway, NY seeks an Assistant Program Director (APD) to support program operations, supervision, and inclusive practices for youth services. You will coordinate accommodations and ensure equitable access to all services across locations.

Responsibilities include staff leadership, family engagement, and collaboration with DYCD and partners to strengthen behavioral health supports and trauma-informed care.