Assistant Program Director & Social Work Leader

Brooklyn Community Services; Coney Island (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) seeks an Assistant Program Director/Social Worker for Sea Rise Supported Housing in Brooklyn. You will oversee program operations, supervise staff, and deliver clinical services addressing housing needs and mental health challenges for residents in a 72-unit program.

You will conduct risk assessments, provide crisis intervention, and partner with the Program Director to ensure high-quality services, accurate Apricot documentation, and resident well-being in a

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; MSW, MHC, LMSW or LMHC preferred.
• Experience with mental illness and substance abuse, preferably with homeless adults and at-risk populations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; great attention to detail
• Ability to develop a relationship with residents while maintaining boundaries
• Sensitivity to cultural differences to work with diverse clients and partners
• Maintain client and staff confidentiality
• Comfortable providing services in BCS office and tenant’s apartments
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, etc.)
• Previous work experience in a social service agency or non-profit organization
• Interest in working with underserved populations.
• Familiarity with electronic data records systems
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine behavioral risk assessments and safety plans
• Provide guidance to clients in dealing with housing-related issues
• Recommend appropriate Person-Centered interventions strategies
• Provide routine follow-up with clients
• Coach residents in establishing and maintaining safe and independent lifestyles
• Share information about resident progress, needs, and problems with other staff
• Provide crisis management support as necessary.
• Facilitate one-on-one sessions and groups.
• Support staff with crisis debriefings and clinical decision-making
• Assist in onboarding and training new hires
• Facilitate clinical team meetings
• Manage a caseload of high-risk clients
• Make referrals for clients and linkages
• Provide comprehensive clinical services, including assessments, safety planning, and crisis intervention
• Develop and implement Wellness Self-Management Services Plans
• Serve as an advocate and liaison for person in crisis
• Complete documentation in a timely manner in Apricot database
• Emergency on-call rotation with Program Director
• Follow-up on hospital admissions and discharges
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required by Program Director
• Other tasks, as may be required

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Cultural sensitivity

Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Gmail

Apricot database

Job description

Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) seeks an Assistant Program Director/Social Worker for Sea Rise Supported Housing in Brooklyn. You will oversee program operations, supervise staff, and deliver clinical services addressing housing needs and mental health challenges for residents in a 72-unit program.

You will conduct risk assessments, provide crisis intervention, and partner with the Program Director to ensure high-quality services, accurate Apricot documentation, and resident well-being in a