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Acacia Network

Program Director

Acacia Network, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Under supervision of the Program Administration, the

Program Director ensures quality care and oversees the functions of the 200 bed MICA population shelter according to DHS regulatory and accreditation requirements. This individual is responsible for the oversight and implementation of care and resources for the purpose of meeting the physical, emotional and social needs of clients. The Program Director provides supervision to the intake services and works with the Director of Client/Social Services to develop, implement, track, report, and evaluate measurable outcomes. The requirement listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA to perform the essential functions of the job.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the site's operation - service delivery, compliance to contracts, target (case management, employment, housing placements, medical and chart compliance, recreational activities, security, maintenance, food service if applicable, etc

Provide leadership, guidance, direction, and supervision to all staff to ensure accurate and timely completion of deliverables, targets and benchmark

Interview, hire, supervise, and set up training to program personnel to reach program goal

Conduct performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, resignations, and terminations

Monitor and maintain the fiscal condition of the progra

Develop program content to address clients' needs related to ADL, Time Management, Critical Thinking, shelter rules and regulation

Ensure and maintain all regulatory agency (i.e. Dept. of Health, OTDA, DHS, Coalition for the Homeless) standards are in compliance (related to food and emergency supplies, linen, personal belongings, client mail, laundry, personal care items, etc.

Understand all aspects of contract requirements and communicate this understanding to staf

Responsible for the overall administration of the site, food service, procurement of equipment and supplies for program and staff

Plan interpret all policies and procedures for staff; ensure implementation of all policies and procedure

Plan and organize program activities to maximize program contact's goals and performance targets as outline

Plan, coordinate and facilitate social/peer support and ADL event

Communicate with peers at other Acacia Network Shelters on issues related to client progress and best practice

Facilitate interdepartmental communication and conduct regular staff/departmental meeting

Set realistic weekly and monthly performance goals in accordance with contract requirement with reporting staff

Ensure accurate and timely reporting and statistical information for both Acacia Network management and regulatory agencies

Review the analysis of program and demographic client data to make programming improvement

Contact Food vendors and/or sub-contractors to ensure appropriate service deliveries and quality

Connect with community to build connections, gain support and troubleshoot issues/concern

Conduct periodic internal file review and implement Quality Assurance measures as needed to ensure quality service delivery to clients (i.e. - address and investigate client complaints

Organize onsite and offsite training opportunities for professional development of staff

Develop and implement crisis prevention and/or intervention strategies to ensure a safe and secure environment

Troubleshoot client and direct reporting staff programs. And make decisions in accordance with program policies, procedures, and protocol

Provide assistance and follow-up in regards to critical incidents with client

Conduct and document one-on-one supervision of direct reporting staff to asses and improve work performance (i.e. identify training needs, professional development, etc.

Serve as the Incident Commander for the entire facility

Report all incidents that may subject Acacia Network to liability to the Program Directo

Review and sign all time sheet

Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over tim

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor Degree in Social Work or related field, required

Master Degree in Social Work, preferred

Valid New York State LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC preferred

Seven (7+) years of experience with homeless population or special needs population (mental illness, substance abuse, HIV, etc.

Five (5+) years must be in a managerial position

Experience working with individuals and/or families facing homelessness

Experience in staff training and development

An understanding of funding and industry regulations and a track record of meeting compliance standard

Strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skill

Ability to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment

Ability to multitask and to work and function under pressure

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