Assistant Program Director, Inclusive Youth Programs

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child Center of NY seeks an Assistant Program Director to support daily operations, oversee safety and program quality, and supervise staff across NYC locations. The APD will coordinate inclusion supports for participants, including those with disabilities and English Language Learners, and oversee compliance with DYCD requirements.

Working with the AVP of Youth Development, SBMH programming staff, and school partners, you will develop accommodations, guide staff training on inclusive

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with youth in educational or community settings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting children and youth with disabilities and/or English Language Learners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring program activities to meet agency goals 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 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 and related behavior support logs.
• Coordinate directly provided services and indirect supports with school partners and providers.
• Communicate with DYCD about specialized supports that extend beyond program capacity.
• Collaborate with Behavioral Health Division, AVP of YD SBMH Programming, and community partners for integrated youth support.
• Assist in onboarding and training staff to implement inclusive practices and trauma-informed care.
• Promote positive communication and collaboration among staff, families, and school teams.
• Engage families and community partners to access specialized services.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

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

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry systems

Job description

The Child Center of NY seeks an Assistant Program Director to support daily operations, oversee safety and program quality, and supervise staff across NYC locations. The APD will coordinate inclusion supports for participants, including those with disabilities and English Language Learners, and oversee compliance with DYCD requirements.

Working with the AVP of Youth Development, SBMH programming staff, and school partners, you will develop accommodations, guide staff training on inclusive