Vice President - 4364 - BronxWorks : Job Details

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 60 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assume responsibility for all aspects of the Older Adult Programs, including staff recruitment, hiring and training. (ie: contract related/ strategic planning, etc)
• Set and implement goals for each program and report/discuss with agency leadership.
• Work with AED and Development on writing proposals and ensure the Department programs are funded.
• Responsible for finalizing and submitting timely program budgets.
• Responsible for Contract renewals for all Programs and understand contractual obligations of all programs.
• Oversee all Programs expenses and coordinate with each Director and Fiscal on how to handle fiscal responsibility, etc.
• Responsible for timely contract reporting for Programs.
• Responsible for development of corrective plans for programs that are not meeting contractual obligations by working alongside Department Directors to ensure all issue are addressed and properly and timely.
• Follow all US Occupational Safety & Health requirements.
• Assist the department with the development of program goals for programs in portfolio
• Recruit, hire and supervise quality directors to lead programs.
• Supervise all aspects of the programs including budget preparation and monitoring
• Keep up to date on changes in the Older Adult service sector including new local and federal policies that affect older adults.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and narrative reports to funding sources
• Create an environment of teamwork within programs, the department and agency as a whole
• Responsible for completing monthly reports detailing program performance.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of regular staff meetings.
• Meet monthly with program staff for supervision.
• Responsible for writing accident/ incident reports and submitting within deadline.
• Perform other duties deemed necessary by department director or assistant executive director to ensure that the highest quality of service is offered.

Program Specific Expectations:

• Ensure overall contractual goals are met for all contracts
• Maintain communication and collaboration with funders
• Review and update Policy and Procedures Manuals

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in social services, public administration, education or related field
• Experience in Older Adult settings as well as knowledge of geriatric principles
• 3-7 year's management experience in a social service or Older Adult Programming

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Good writing skills
• Ability to work with Older Adults age 60 years and older
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to climb five flights of stairs
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [email protected].#INHGH