Program Director of Community Housing

About the Role

The Program Director of Community Housing reports to the V.P. of Mental Health Services & Housing and is responsible for administrative and property management of the Haven Congregate site (63 units) and 135 units of Scatter-site housing. The Program Director ensures that the Agency's mission is carried out and that Agency policy and procedures are adhered to.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and oversight to programs and management staff.
• Act as liaison to funding and regulatory bodies such as NYS Office of Addiction Services & Support (OASAS), Human Resources Administration (HRA) & Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).
• Ensure compliance with all applicable operating regulations and Odyssey House standards and participate in all tenants' annual recertification applications/review within areas of responsibility.
• Monitor the day-to-day operations of the clinical and facility department to ensure compliance with Odyssey House funding sources.
• Develop new linkages, affiliations and referral sources with external service providers.
• Assure that all staff members are trained on and adhere to Odyssey House policies and applicable regulatory standards.
• Act as tenant advocate, ensuring that all tenant rights are respected and that all grievances and complaints are addressed in a timely and equitable manner in accordance with Odyssey House policies and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Review and approve personnel actions for all employees within designated area of responsibility, including recruitment, promotion, disciplinary action and separation of program staff.
• Prepare written annual evaluations for all direct reports and ensure the evaluations are completed accurately and objectively for all employees within designated areas of responsibility.
• Prepare all proposals and monthly reports as needed.
• Supervise the maintenance of adequate and up-to-date records on all tenants, as well as supervise record-keeping responsibilities of staff.
• Monitor operating budgets in areas of responsibilities making recommendations to improve cost efficiency, allocations, and expenditures.
• Conduct scheduled management meetings and supervision with all direct reports.
• Develop, administer, and oversee Quality Management activities within area of responsibility.
• Establish new linkages with real estate brokers and landlords.
• Review and sign off on all Leases.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and on call 24/7 when necessary.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced clinical degree required.
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) required.
• 10 years of progressive experience including direct service, supervisory, and administrative practices within a clinical setting including a minimum of 5 years in an administrative or clinical supervisory capacity.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• This position requires regular travel between Odyssey House locations and availability for on call responsibilities.

Benefits

• 35-hour work week (as opposed to a 40-hour work week)
• Vacation Plan and Holiday Schedule
• Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance (Two Plans)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Additional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage)
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account
• 403(b) Plan
• Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefit
• Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford)
• Commuter Benefits
• Educational Assistance Programs
• Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits
• RUFit?! Fitness Program
• Legal Assistance through ARAG
• Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare
• Benefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher