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Comunilife Program Director-(HRA) Prospect in Bronx, New York
Program Director-(HRA) Prospect
Job Details
Job Location
Bronx, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Graduate Degree
Salary Range
$75,770.06 - $80,000.00 Salary
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Management
Description
Comunilife Inc.is looking for an experienceProgram Directorfor itscongregate program in the Bronx. The Prospect Residence serves formerly chronically homeless individuals who are living with HIV/AIDs. This program also includes community tenant seniors. The Program Director is responsible for the overall operation of the Residence including the direction and day-to-day operations of all programs' components and staff. This position is eligible to participate in Comunilife's generous benefits options on the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
Essential Duties:
Oversee case management activities including psychological support, education about independent living skills and safety, facilitation of clients’ health and rehabilitation through direct services, advocacy and referrals for mental health, medical and substance abuse services, along with psychosocial, educational, vocational services.
Direct and supervise staff in health, mental health and substance abuse activities, lead team meetings, conduct individual supervision and provide exemplary leadership and program management
Coordinate with other community services such as inpatient, outpatient, emergency, day treatment, Health Homes and others to ensure comprehensive access to services
Ensure accurate reporting and efficient and effective staff practices; develop and maintain policies, principles, and procedures that are in compliance with NYC-DOHMH, NYSOMH, Medicaid, HRA, and HUD and other relevant state, city, and borough-based agencies, programs and services
Maintain Quality Improvement Program activities, ensure that charts are appropriately maintained; track and monitor required weekly contacts; collaboration and coordination of health, mental health and substance abuse services; environmental inspections and repairs, etc.
Prepare reports and correspondence as requested by the Federal, State, City or other funding sources; responsible for managing audit responses
Ensures program operates with fiscal budget.
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirement(s):
Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)required; LMSW or LCSW: or Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology (preferred)
Three (3) years of post-graduate, direct clinical mental health experience as well as three to five or more years’ experience in administration and management of operating congregate residential programs and providing direct services related to the treatment and recovery of chronically homeless, persistent mentally ill individuals afflicted with multiple health conditions and substance abuse issues
Bilingual skills in English/Spanish a plus
Comunilife is an EEO employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.