Program Director Req-5234

BronxWorks•Bronx, NY

17h

About The Position

BronxWorks is hiring a Program Director for a family shelter. The shelter provides families with a safe, welcoming temporary place to stay while they work toward long-term stability. Program staff offer compassionate support, services, and community-based resources to help families move toward independence and permanent housing. The Program Director oversees facility operations, staff, program policies, data, and the annual operating budget. The role also involves representing the agency at interagency meetings and participating in fundraising and proposal development.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work or mental health and an LMSW or LMHC license.
Three to five years of supervisory and contract management experience.
Experience working with governmental agencies.
Extensive experience working with multi-problem families.
Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required for home visits or fieldwork.
Ability to bend and retrieve objects or documents.
Ability to travel in New York City boroughs and adjacent counties via public transportation.
Ability to travel at least one mile within a reasonable amount of time in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required for home visits or fieldwork.

Responsibilities

Ensure the facility is maintained, sanitary, and compliant with regulations.
Supervise operations staff and oversee 24-hour security, fire safety, crisis intervention, and communications.
Manage on-site human resources functions, including staff hiring, evaluation, supervision, training, and termination.
Plan, develop, and implement program policy for the facility.
Participate in fundraising activities and lead or coordinate proposal writing.
Develop and implement new program components as needed.
Manage the collection and presentation of client, administrative, and program data.
Develop and manage the annual operating budget.
Represent the agency at interagency meetings.
Perform additional duties as assigned.