Director of Social Services — Lead Community Stability

Community Housing Innovations, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Monthly trainings and career dev plans

Job summary

Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI) in Brooklyn, NY, seeks a Director of Social Services to lead the social service unit, develop person-centered service plans, and ensure program excellence.

You will supervise the Social Work and Case Management teams, coordinate resources, and ensure regulatory and contractual compliance. The role emphasizes culturally sensitive practice, collaboration with external partners, and the delivery of stabilization, independence, and skill-building services

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work or related field required.
• LMSW or LCSW preferred.
• Eight years of experience with three years supervisory experience in social work, case management, or related fields.
• Experience with immigrants prioritized.
• Bachelor’s degree in social services with 10 years experience and 5+ in a supervisor role can be used in lieu of the education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services and care plans to support residents’ stabilization, independence, and well-being.
• Develop and maintain external partnerships and service agreements with providers and community organizations.
• Ensure plans align with biopsychosocial assessments and cultural sensitivity.
• Oversee program management, compliance with contracts and regulations, and reporting requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Budgeting

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

LMSW or LCSW preferred

Ten years experience with 3+ years supervisory

Bachelor's degree in social services + 10 years experience in lieu

Tools

CARES

HOME

CAPS

AWARDS

Job description

Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI) in Brooklyn, NY, seeks a Director of Social Services to lead the social service unit, develop person-centered service plans, and ensure program excellence.

You will supervise the Social Work and Case Management teams, coordinate resources, and ensure regulatory and contractual compliance. The role emphasizes culturally sensitive practice, collaboration with external partners, and the delivery of stabilization, independence, and skill-building services