Description

　　The Director will be responsible for working with team members and program leaders to develop and implement a vision for Urban Resource Institute’s programs, ensuring the provision of quality and effective services to homeless families that reflect best practices in the field. Maintain constructive collaborative relationships with partner agencies in the public and private sector as well as funding sources and service providers.

　　Salary: $79,000 - $100,000

　　MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Responsible for assisting with implementing homeless programs in NY and maintain general oversight at assigned site(s)

　　Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state and local regulations as well as agency and program policies

　　Develop as needed, implement and maintain consistent policies and practices regarding program management, client services and other agency protocols

　　Ensure entry into DHS Cares and HERO system of ongoing service provision

　　Maximize bed utilization and achieve optimal occupancy rates

　　Work with the Senior Director of Homeless Programs, other Senior Team members and program leaders to ensure consistency, collaboration and complementary services between sites and programs

　　Work with program leaders and evaluation staff to build and develop services that represent the best practices in working with homeless families

　　Provide leadership in the development of strong intra- and inter-agency collaborations to improve the systemic response to homeless families

　　Represent URI at city and statewide coalitions, task forces and committees to ensure the continuation of solid collaborative approaches

　　Play a leadership role towards achievement of organizational mission and strategic plans

　　Assist in the creation and monitoring of the annual homeless services program budget.

　　Ensure facilities are maintained at the highest level and facilitate collaboration between facilities and operations staff.

　　Ensure that staff receive ongoing training in assessing risks and needs, identifying and reporting child abuse and neglect, effective case management strategies and evidence-based/evidence-informed approaches, such as motivational interviewing.

　　Provide weekly supervision to assigned staff and ensure the provision of regular supervision of all other program staff.

　　Keep supervisor informed of issues which may impact program operations

　　SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

　　An advanced degree (MSW, or related field).

　　LMSW, LCSW preferred

　　REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

　　A minimum of five years supervisory experience in a social service capacity, preferably in the field of homeless services.

　　Familiarity with DHS and OTDA regulations.

　　Must be an intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of the organization and work well on teams.

　　Project management skills and experience, especially in projects requiring significant resources and cross-functional involvement is a must.

　　Must have strong writing and public speaking skills with an ability to manage and organize multiple projects in a busy, pressured work environment.

　　Demonstrated ability to manage crisis and proactively respond to client needs using a client centered approach

　　Demonstrated experience working with and sensitivity to individuals from varying sociodemographic backgrounds including individuals whom identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, the elderly and individuals with substance use and/or mental health issues.

　　Employee must be computer-literate and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

　　Ability to multi-task and demonstrated time management skills

　　Demonstrated de-escalation skills through using a client centered approach.

　　SPECIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Indoor; Outdoors; noisy; minor burns, cuts, bites or stings; standing; stooping; kneeling; walking and running; using hands on objects, tools or controls. Frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Travel between sites that are located throughout New York City. Other job characteristics- need to be exact or accurate, repeat same tasks; errors have important consequencesAll new hires, interns and volunteers must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date unless they have requested a reasonable accommodation for medical, disability or religious reasons from URI’s People & Culture, [email protected].

　　Qualifications

　　Education

　　Required

　　Masters or betterLicenses & Certifications

　　Preferred

　　LMSW