Senior Director, Transitional Housing

Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,700 - 135,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

25 days of paid time off

Retirement matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Director for Transitional Housing. This full-time role based in New York requires significant experience in homeless services and oversight of program directors across multiple sites. Responsibilities include strategic mentorship, operational compliance with NYC regulations, and leading program initiatives. The salary is $123,000 annually with benefits such as medical coverage, 25 days of PTO, and retirement matching. On-site leadership is critical, necessitating availability for emergencies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in homeless services or transitional housing operations.
• 5+ years of experience supervising management-level staff.
• Proven track record of overseeing multiple social service sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic supervision and mentorship to a portfolio of Program Directors.
• Conduct regular travel across NYC for on-site leadership.
• Guide Program Directors in the hiring and training of staff.

Skills

Crisis management skills

Strategic problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Mentoring and developing staff

Knowledge of DHS and OTDA regulations

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field

Job description

Senior Program Director, Transitional Housing

Samaritan Daytop Village is a leading human services organization in New York State serving over 38,000 New Yorkers annually across more than 60 locations. The Transitional Housing division operates over 30 programs for single adults and families experiencing homelessness across all five boroughs of New York City. The Senior Program Director provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for a portfolio of transitional housing facilities, mentoring Program Directors, ensuring operational excellence, aligning performance with agency‑wide goals, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting a dedicated workforce.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic supervision and mentorship to a portfolio of 5–8 Program Directors, ensuring they effectively manage their staff and site operations
• Conduct regular travel across NYC to provide on‑site leadership, oversight, and support to program management teams
• Guide Program Directors in the hiring, training, and professional development of their respective teams to build strong leadership pipelines
• Oversee the clinical and administrative performance of multiple sites by holding Program Directors accountable to high‑quality service standards
• Ensure all assigned programs maintain a safe and therapeutic environment through regular consultation and site visits with leadership
• Monitor and audit portfolio‑wide compliance with OTDA and NYC DHS rules, regulations, and reporting requirements
• Advise Program Directors on plant operations and facility maintenance to ensure a secure environment of care across all locations
• Review and standardize clinical documentation practices to ensure site‑level records meet regulatory and agency expectations
• Support Program Directors in developing and implementing new service components to better address client needs
• Act as a senior‑level consultant for Program Directors during emergencies or complex site crises
• Serve as the primary liaison between site‑level directors and executive staff to report on operational status and regulatory standing
• Lead the implementation of agency‑wide policies by coordinating with Program Directors to ensure consistent deployment across the portfolio
• Fill in for Program Directors for vacations, leaves or other absences as needed

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW), Public Administration (MPA), Public Health (MPH), or a related human services field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in homeless services or transitional housing operations
• 5+ years of experience supervising management‑level staff, specifically mentoring and developing Program Directors
• Proven track record of overseeing multiple social service sites and ensuring high‑level operational success
• Deep expertise in NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS) and OTDA rules, regulations, and compliance standards
• Demonstrated experience in strategic recruitment, hiring, and building leadership pipelines for social service programs
• Ability to travel frequently between program sites throughout the five boroughs of NYC to provide on‑site leadership
• Expert knowledge of local and state laws governing transitional housing, including HIPAA and safety regulations
• Strong crisis management skills with the availability to provide 24/7 consultation for emergency site issues
• Advanced organizational and communication skills with a focus on implementing agency‑wide policy and procedure
• Strategic problem‑solver capable of managing complex facility budgets and high‑level administrative tasks

This is a full‑time exempt role with an annual salary of $123,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 25 days of paid time off, retirement matching, and tuition reimbursement. The role is based in midtown Manhattan with a regular Monday‑Friday 9 am–5 pm schedule, while also requiring flexible hours and on‑call availability for emergencies. Work is conducted fully in‑person, with time spent between the midtown office and portfolio program locations.