Chief Program Officer

Community Health Action of Staten•Staten Island, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI) is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and mission-driven Chief Program Officer to lead the planning, implementation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of its service portfolio. CHASI provides social services and care management focused on reducing the health impacts of poverty and limited access to care, including support related to chronic health conditions, food insecurity, domestic violence, substance use, behavioral health needs, and other barriers to well-being. The Chief Program Officer will supervise senior program leaders, strengthen program performance and accountability, ensure compliance with government and foundation requirements, and help position programs for sustainable growth. The role will work closely with CHASI’s executive team during a period of organizational growth and will represent the organization with its Board, funders, government agencies, and community partners. The position is based at 26 Bay Street, 4th Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301, reports to the Executive Director, and is full-time and exempt.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree in social work, public health, public administration, or a related field.
At least 10 years of progressive senior management experience in nonprofit human services.
Proven leadership in program strategy, quality improvement, staff supervision, contracts, and compliance.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data systems.

Responsibilities

Lead CHASI’s programs, ensuring quality, strong outcomes, and alignment with agency strategy.
Supervise and coach program leaders and guide annual planning, performance, and sustainability.
Use data to improve services, strengthen accountability, and communicate impact.
Partner across teams to meet contract, reporting, budget, and funding requirements.
Represent CHASI with the Board, funders, government agencies, and community partners.
Lead with sound judgment, accountability, curiosity, and respect.
Build trust and use a trauma-informed, coaching-focused approach.
Turn complex requirements and data into clear, practical action.
Advance health equity and CHASI’s mission, vision, and values.