Tandym Group | Assistant Director, Programs

A nonprofit organization in New York City is currently seeking experienced professionals to join their staff in Manhattan as their new Assistant Director, Programs, Transitional Housing. Reporting to the Program Director, the Assistant Director, Programs will be responsible for supporting the 247 operations, including overseeing clinical and case management services.Responsibilities:The Assistant Director, Programs will:Manage social service delivery including program oversight, staff supervision, and training Liaison with external stakeholders including service partners, government representatives, community stakeholders, hospital personnel, and other agencies to ensure responsive and effective service planning and program operations Attend relevant meetings required by the Department of Homeless Services Provide clinical and operational direction and leadership to the program; help troubleshoot, problem solve, and strategize solutions around client engagement and challenging behaviorsPromote a staff and resident culture that emphasizes housing placement as a measurement of success; ensure that clients are ready for housing placementOversee development and implementation of individual service plans; ensure documentation of client contact and progress is comprehensive and timelyQualifications:Master's degree required. NYS Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is strongly preferredMinimum 2 years of supervisory experienceExperience working in 247 programs and working with homeless or formerly homeless populations strongly preferredThrough clinical understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures including Housing First, client centered motivational interviewing, Harm Reduction models, behavioral and medical health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services for recipientsExperience with crisis intervention, including, risk assessments and incident managementAbility to work successfully with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders

Created: 2025-01-01