Program Director

JASA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

JASA seeks a Program Director to oversee their Elder Justice Program, ensuring compliance and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. This role involves managing staff, maintaining program integrity, and leading community outreach efforts. Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree in Social Work, possess strong counseling skills, and demonstrate a commitment to serving vulnerable older adults.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field.
• Experience in individual and group counseling.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish, French-Creole, Mandarin).

Responsibilities

• Oversee Social Workers, Case Assistants, and interns.
• Manage program eligibility screenings and assignments.
• Conduct community outreach initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Counseling

Management

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Data entry software

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $72,000.00/yr

Shift Schedule: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM

Hours Per Week: 35

General Responsibilities

The Program Director will be responsible for overseeing JASA’s Elder Justice Program, ensuring adherence to JASA’s policies and procedures, and maintaining compliance with NYC Aging contract deliverables. They will collaborate within an interdisciplinary team alongside partnering agencies to educate and address the clinical and social needs of older adult survivors of elder abuse and maltreatment.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise Social Workers, Case Assistants, and student interns, providing both individual and group supervision
• Manage program eligibility screenings, triage emergency interventions, and assign cases to the appropriate staff members
• Monitor and ensure compliance with case records, client case reviews, and service plans
• Manage contract deliverables and ensure they are in compliance with both JASA and NYC Aging standards
• Participate in designated internal and external meetings
• Spearhead presentations on elder abuse and engage in community outreach initiatives
• Attend mandatory internal and external training sessions
• Conduct quarterly peer reviews as directed by the Quality Assurance Director
• Build and sustain relationships with internal partners and external agencies
• Maintain daily and consistent communication with the Senior and Associate Directors
  
  

regarding work schedules, time off, and any personal, staff, or client emergencies

• Recruit and interview potential program candidates
• Provide direct case oversight in the absence of Social Workers
• Manage the procurement and inventory of client supplies, office equipment, materials, and vendor invoices
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior and/or Associate Director
  
  

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) or a related field in Gerontology, Psychology, Human Services, or other Social Services
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in individual and group counseling; skilled in various treatment modalities, including Motivational Interviewing
• Computer literacy, with the ability to learn program-specific software for data entry
• Bilingual is preferred (Spanish, French-Creole, Mandarin, etc.).
• Understanding and respect for diversity factors (race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual preference, and individual values) and how they impact providing services to vulnerable and at-risk older adults.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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