Youth Prevention Programs Lead

Together for Youth; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Together for Youth in Albany, NY seeks an experienced supervisor to lead the Prevention program, recruit referrals, and oversee staff with regulatory compliance. The role includes budget oversight, reporting, and collaboration with community agencies to support children and families.

The candidate will supervise staff, manage subcontractors if needed, and maintain documentation. Evening on-call coverage and travel are required, reflecting the program's diverse population and service area.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related Human Services discipline preferred; Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related Human Services discipline required.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience working with at risk youth; minimum 1-2 years of supervisory experience required.
• Flexible schedule with evenings required; provide on-call coverage.
• Must have a Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving history to the Agency, and a reliable vehicle. Travel is required.
• Travel is required for the position.
• Ability to work with an economically and culturally diverse population.

Responsibilities

• Recruits and accepts referrals for Prevention program.
• Operates program within and according to all regulations, which govern such programs and ensures program(s) meets or exceeds all program evaluation criteria.
• Recruits, hires, trains and provides overall supervision of staff including conducting staff meetings, preparing and monitoring schedules, monitors and ensures paperwork and documentation requirements are met through regular supervision and links staff with appropriate training opportunities.
• Assists with preparation of budget and ensures fiscal accountability including but not limited to providing regular statistical and billing information, preparing biweekly and/or monthly reports and completing all state-mandated reports in a timely manner; monitors expenses and approves travel expense records.
• Acts as a liaison to a variety of community and public agencies.
• Forms therapeutic relationships with children and families.
• Responsible for managing subcontractors and contractors may be required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in Social Work or related Human Services

Job description

Together for Youth in Albany, NY seeks an experienced supervisor to lead the Prevention program, recruit referrals, and oversee staff with regulatory compliance. The role includes budget oversight, reporting, and collaboration with community agencies to support children and families.

The candidate will supervise staff, manage subcontractors if needed, and maintain documentation. Evening on-call coverage and travel are required, reflecting the program's diverse population and service area.