Program Director - Robert C. Wood Apartments

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

403(b) pension plan

Tuition assistance

FSAs

Job summary

BRC is seeking a full-time housing services leader to oversee operations and clinical staff in supportive housing for formerly homeless individuals and families in New York City.

You will develop and evaluate service delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate daily activities to foster a thriving community while delivering timely reports to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• BA required; advanced degree preferred in mental health, public administration, or related human services.
• Two or more years in supervisory or managerial position; demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Experience in a supportive housing setting with individuals with substance use and/or psychiatric disorders preferred.
• Harm reduction and motivational interviewing experience preferred.
• LIHTC and Yardi experience preferred.
• Demonstrable written and oral communication.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take CPR; willing to administer NARCAN if needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of supportive and affordable housing in the building for formerly homeless individuals and families.
• Provide oversight of Operations and Clinical staff; develop, implement and evaluate program service delivery.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities to build a thriving community and produce monthly/annual reports.
• Ensure contract and regulatory compliance, including LIHTC provisions.
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed; reports to VP of Housing Services.

Education

BA required

Masters degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsible for the management of all facets of supportive and affordable housing in the building for formerly homeless individuals and families some of whom are diagnosed with physical disabilities, substance abuse and/or mental health disorders. Provide overall oversight of Operations and Clinical staff. Develop, implement and evaluate program service delivery to meet clients’ needs. Coordinate day-to-day activities with an eye towards building a thriving community. Produce monthly and annual reports. Ensure compliance with contracts and regulations, including both supportive housing provisions and those related to low income tax credit requirements. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned. Reports to Vice President of Housing Services.

Hours

Full time; 37.5 hours per week

• Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm (24 hour on call responsibility)

Qualifications

• BA required.
• Two or more years in supervisory or managerial position. Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Masters degree preferred in one of the mental health disciplines, public administration, or related human services.
• Significant experience working in a supportive housing setting with individuals with substance abuse and/or psychiatric disorders preferred.
• Experience with harm reduction and motivational interviewing techniques preferred.
• Low Income Tax Credit and Yardi experience preferred.
• Demonstrable written and oral communication.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR. Willingness to administer NARCAN if needed.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

Benefits

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.