50200 Village Academy - SONYC - Assistant Director

Child Center Residential Treatment Facility•Queens, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Program Director (APD) supports the Program Director in managing daily operations and ensuring safe, high-quality programming. The APD supervises staff, helps monitor compliance, and maintains effective communication with stakeholders. As the site’s Inclusion Coordinator, the APD helps ensure that participants, including youth with disabilities and English Language Learners (ELLs), receive appropriate accommodations and equitable access to program services. The APD works with the Associate Vice President of Youth Development, School-Based Wellness Programming (AVP of YD SBMH) to access guidance, resources, and training that strengthen inclusion and behavioral health supports. The position assists with planning and monitoring program activities, staff scheduling, supervision, and logistics. It maintains a visible presence during program hours, observes programming, coaches staff, and helps ensure compliance with agency and DYCD requirements. The APD identifies resources for participants, families, and staff; develops and manages Individualized Accommodation Plans; maintains Student Behavioral Support Plans and Logs; coordinates direct services and indirect supports; and communicates with DYCD about specialized support needs. The APD collaborates with The Child Center’s Behavioral Health Division, school partners, community providers, and families to provide integrated support. The position also supports staff onboarding, training, and coaching in inclusive practices and behavior support; participates in professional development focused on inclusion, equity, and trauma-informed care; and helps plan family and community events. The APD is expected to maintain professionalism, effective communication, initiative, flexibility, accountability, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA and DYCD guidelines. Work is performed primarily in school and office settings and requires regular movement throughout program and school spaces. The role may involve off-site travel for field trips, training, and meetings, and occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds and active supervision of youth.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of experience working with youth in educational or community settings.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience supporting children and youth with disabilities and/or English Language Learners.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, Haitian Creole, or another language relevant to the community.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring program activities to align with agency mission and participant needs.
Support staff scheduling, supervision, and program logistics.
Maintain a visible presence throughout program hours to support safety, engagement, and service quality.
Observe programming, provide coaching and feedback, and help ensure compliance with agency and DYCD requirements.
Help participants, families, and staff identify and access tools and resources, including those provided by DYCD, to address special needs.
Develop and manage Individualized Accommodation Plans and maintain Student Behavioral Support Plans and Logs.
Coordinate direct services, such as paraprofessionals for students with disabilities and bilingual staff for ELLs, as well as indirect supports such as referrals to NYCPS professionals for screening or diagnosis.
Communicate with DYCD about specialized supports that exceed the program’s reasonable accommodation capacity, such as paraprofessionals, nurses, or transportation.
Collaborate with The Child Center’s Behavioral Health Division, AVP of YD SBMH Programming, school partners, and community providers to support youth inclusively.
Support staff onboarding, training, and coaching on inclusive practices and behavior support strategies.
Participate in and model professional development focused on inclusion, equity, and trauma-informed care.
Promote positive communication and collaboration among staff, families, and school teams.
Communicate regularly with families about student needs, accommodations, and progress.
Collaborate with school-based partners and community organizations to strengthen access to specialized services.
Support planning and facilitation of family and community events that highlight inclusive practices and celebrate diversity.
Maintain consistent attendance, professionalism, and adherence to agency policies.
Uphold confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and DYCD guidelines.