Brooklyn Community Services
Program Director - Supportive Housing Cortelyou
Brooklyn Community Services, New York, New York, us, 10261
Program Director - Cortelyou Supportive Housing
Reports to:
Deputy Director Location:
Flatbush, Brooklyn Hours:
Full Time Salary Range:
$85,000 - $90,000
Founded in 1866, Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) empowers children and families to reach their full potential, strengthen families, and foster self‑sufficiency in adults. With programs in 40 locations, BCS serves more than 20,000 individuals a year. Program Summary: Cortelyou is a 46 unit supportive housing program located in Flatbush Brooklyn. The program specially services young adults 18‑25 years old with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness and have a chronic history of being unhoused. Most of the young adults living at Cortelyou are members of the LGBTQ+ community. The Program offers a safe environment and supportive services to help our young adults to move towards long term stability. This Program is under the NY/NY 15 Population C agreement and funding is being provided through the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Responsibilities
Cultivate a safe and affirming living environment for formerly homeless young adults with serious and persistent mental illness, many identifying as LGBTQIA+.
Provide consistent supervision and management for all aspects of high‑quality program services delivery to clients from vulnerable populations in accordance with funder and regulatory requirements, best practices, BCS policies, core values, and the code of conduct.
Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the supportive housing program including the implementation of fiscal, programmatic, and administrative policies and procedures.
Provide overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of all clinical operations at the program site.
Oversee all expenditures to ensure budgetary requirements are met and the program remains fiscally viable.
Work in close collaboration with property management to navigate client‑related issues.
Attend and actively participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual interdisciplinary team meetings.
Provide opportunities for staff to receive ongoing training to ensure staff competency.
Conduct internal audits and quality assurance checks to ensure client records remain in compliance at all times.
Ensure program staffing levels are maintained at all times.
Participate in internal and external committees and associations.
Complete performance evaluations for all direct reports.
Be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in case of emergencies.
Ensure compliance with contract performance standards.
Responsible for the completion of all reports as specified by program stakeholders.
Supervise Assistant Director, Administrative Assistant, and Peer Specialist to ensure staff provides adequate and supportive case management services to residents.
Utilize data to track program outcomes and performance.
Facilitate staff meetings and resident community meetings.
Establish and maintain relationships with other agencies and community organizations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MSW or equivalent degree; LCSW preferred; minimum five years of experience in supportive housing.
Proven experience in clinical program implementation with young adults, formerly homeless, or LGBTQIA+ community preferred.
Three years of supervision experience required.
Fingerprinting and OMH background check required.
Position requires direct face‑to‑face contact with consumers and the general public on an ongoing basis.
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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Deputy Director Location:
Flatbush, Brooklyn Hours:
Full Time Salary Range:
$85,000 - $90,000
Founded in 1866, Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) empowers children and families to reach their full potential, strengthen families, and foster self‑sufficiency in adults. With programs in 40 locations, BCS serves more than 20,000 individuals a year. Program Summary: Cortelyou is a 46 unit supportive housing program located in Flatbush Brooklyn. The program specially services young adults 18‑25 years old with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness and have a chronic history of being unhoused. Most of the young adults living at Cortelyou are members of the LGBTQ+ community. The Program offers a safe environment and supportive services to help our young adults to move towards long term stability. This Program is under the NY/NY 15 Population C agreement and funding is being provided through the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Responsibilities
Cultivate a safe and affirming living environment for formerly homeless young adults with serious and persistent mental illness, many identifying as LGBTQIA+.
Provide consistent supervision and management for all aspects of high‑quality program services delivery to clients from vulnerable populations in accordance with funder and regulatory requirements, best practices, BCS policies, core values, and the code of conduct.
Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the supportive housing program including the implementation of fiscal, programmatic, and administrative policies and procedures.
Provide overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of all clinical operations at the program site.
Oversee all expenditures to ensure budgetary requirements are met and the program remains fiscally viable.
Work in close collaboration with property management to navigate client‑related issues.
Attend and actively participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual interdisciplinary team meetings.
Provide opportunities for staff to receive ongoing training to ensure staff competency.
Conduct internal audits and quality assurance checks to ensure client records remain in compliance at all times.
Ensure program staffing levels are maintained at all times.
Participate in internal and external committees and associations.
Complete performance evaluations for all direct reports.
Be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in case of emergencies.
Ensure compliance with contract performance standards.
Responsible for the completion of all reports as specified by program stakeholders.
Supervise Assistant Director, Administrative Assistant, and Peer Specialist to ensure staff provides adequate and supportive case management services to residents.
Utilize data to track program outcomes and performance.
Facilitate staff meetings and resident community meetings.
Establish and maintain relationships with other agencies and community organizations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MSW or equivalent degree; LCSW preferred; minimum five years of experience in supportive housing.
Proven experience in clinical program implementation with young adults, formerly homeless, or LGBTQIA+ community preferred.
Three years of supervision experience required.
Fingerprinting and OMH background check required.
Position requires direct face‑to‑face contact with consumers and the general public on an ongoing basis.
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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