Assistant Program Director - Catholic Guardian Services : Job Details

Post Internal Days 0 Category Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) Description Catholic Guardian ServicesPOSITION DESCRIPTIONPOSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR, Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) Services ProgramDEPARMENT: Family Support ServicesREPORTS TO: Program DirectorCGS's Unaccompanied Alien Children Services Program serves children/youth presenting a range of challenging behaviors, especially those related to symptoms of trauma. The Program's services are provided by bilingual (Spanish/English) staff who receives specialized training in the special needs of refugee children and in Evidence-Based Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). The program provides a safe, therapeutic environment in a family-like setting that addresses the requirements of each child/youth in a manner that is sensitive to his or her age; preserves cultural, ethnic and religious heritage; and meets dietary needs, native language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other critical individual needs.ResponsibilitiesThe Assistant Program Director Provides support to the Program Director and is a secondary liaison with the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR).Responsibilities include supervising youth care supervisors, Educational Coordinator and working with clinical and Case Management staff to develop and implement treatment plans for each youth in the home. Oversees the facilities to ensure a safe environment in each of the homes that is sensitive and respectful to the individual's needs and culture, and ensuring that the home functions in accordance with agency policies, as well as New York City, New York State, and federal regulations.RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to supervise the case managers assigned to the shelters and to the foster boarding home program as well as the Educational Coordinator
• Oversees that the highest standard of service is provided to each resident; including comfortable living conditions, nutritious meals, adequate clothing, supervised recreational opportunities, and the implementation of each residents' educational plan.
• Oversees the adequate maintenance of each residence including the proper functioning of all utility systems. Collaborates with maintenance staff to ensure that work assignments are completed.
• Ensures adequate staff coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for each residence. Provides coverage of the residence in the event of staff shortages.
• Oversees the house budgets, including funds for food, clothing, recreation, transportation, and petty cash.
• Monitors the submission, timeliness, and accuracy of all required logs, forms, and reports.
• Oversees reporting of critical incidents in compliance with agency policy and procedure.
• Monitors accurate and timely reporting of the daily count of residents.
• Attends and participates in weekly clinical meetings, youth care meetings, resident house meetings, monthly incident review subcommittee, and all other meetings deemed necessary by supervisor.
• Trains Youth Care Supervisors in social skills instruction, utilizing effective praise, corrective teaching, planned teaching, and crisis teaching to minimize the need for negative consequences and maximize the use of positive consequences.
• Attends mandatory trainings and workshops as required by the agency to enhance professional growth.
• Adheres to Catholic Guardian Services's policy to provide an alcohol, tobacco, and drug free environment.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident case history, including resident and family HIV status, in accordance with federal law, state law, and HIPAA.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MSW preferred or equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology or other relevant behavioral science
• Four years professional child care experience required; emphasis in adolescent residential care preferred
• Five years supervisory experience preferred
• Valid New York State driver's license
• Able to work flexible shifts. Requires flexibility and availability for emergencies
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to policies and respond to supervision
• Must demonstrate patience and social experience in order to permit the formation of professional relationships and adult role models with residents and their families, including those with different religious, cultural, ethnic backgrounds and sexual preferences
• Demonstrates ability to mentor and positively influence staff by modeling pro-social behavior
• Must be able to role model effective social skills instruction methods to youth care supervisors
• Must be available on an emergency or as needed basis to work additional hours or an alternative schedule
• Must be able to participate in activities which require a moderate degree of physical exertion
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Proficient in Spanish required

Position RequirementsFull-Time/Part-Time Full-Time SalaryBenefitsWork LocationDivision Unaccompanied Alien Children Shelter About the Organization It is our vocation to serve those in need, to aid those who desire help, and to guide those who seek better lives. Through supportive interventions, we provide help, create hope and preserve dignity.We provide help by offering an array of services for underserved families and individuals with special needs. All that we do is delivered with care, compassion, and respect, to address fundamental challenges, improve well-being and increase self-sufficiency.We create hope by strengthening and empowering families and individuals in need. By providing shelter, care, treatment, rehabilitation, counseling, training, and connection to high quality allied services, we produce holistic solutions that enhance each person's physical, mental and social well-being, as well as their positive connections to family and community.We preserve dignity with a faith-based commitment to recognizing the value of each person we serve, regardless of race, religion, creed, or life circumstances. EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed servicemember status.This does not include pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation - all of which are on the website.CGS does not tolerate discrimination in any employment opportunities or practices, based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status), national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation, or retaliation based on prior protected EEO activity.This position is currently accepting applications.