Director, Programs, Transitional Housing

ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!

Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.


Located in lower Manhattan, the South Strand Safe Haven is comprised of 106 beds for individuals who are not yet ready to transition into permanent housing, as well as those who may have struggled in other housing programs. The South Strand Safe Haven offers an alternative to life on the street: private, safe, clean, and affordable short-term accommodations. On-site case management and clinical services are available to meet the needs of its residents and to help those ready to move into secure permanent housing.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, the Director, Programs, Transitional Housing is responsible for the 24/7 operations for South Strand Safe Haven including overseeing clinical and case management services. The Director manages clinical and case management staff and oversees subcontractors providing security, medical, psychiatric, and food services. The Director also manages maintenance and operations staff, ensuring the South Strand Safe Haven is a safe, attractive housing alternative for street homeless individuals, and expedites client placement into appropriate permanent housing and supportive services.


The Director is responsible for meeting performance targets, including placement goals, and developing strategies to achieve those targets. The Director supports Harm Reduction and Housing First strategies and other best-practice clinical interventions. The Director provides leadership to the program by informing decision making, implementing policies and procedures, and facilitating effective communication.

The Director works primarily during business hours Monday-Friday, with off hours availability in case of emergency or for special projects/initiatives. The position requires oversight of 24/7 operations and flexibility in work schedule as needed.

This is an onsite position.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee daily operations and supervise the Assistant Director, Facility Maintenance and Assistant Director, Operations to ensure all aspects of the facility and service delivery run effectively
• Ensure compliance with NYC and NY State regulations including adherence to DHS contract requirements. Collaborate with DHS Street Solutions team to troubleshoot and resolve any compliance challenges
• Supervise Assistant Program Director and ensures effective management of Clinical Coordinators, Harm Reduction Specialists, Housing Specialists, Case Managers, and Office Manager
• Oversee and promote effective strategies for case management and placement of clients into permanent housing following Housing First, Harm Reduction, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Motivational Interviewing and trauma-informed care models of practice
• Oversee and direct incident management, crisis interventions, risk assessments, and ensure all documentation is submitted to appropriate oversight entities in a timely manner
• Respond and engage with external partners including SHS, community boards, elected officials, and other community members
• Responsible for program outcome measures and performance targets and utilize management tools and data to create systems of accountability to ensure performance measures are achieved
• Collaborate with government agencies, community members, and other stakeholders to establish a shared understanding of street homelessness and develop solution-oriented strategies and responses
• Ensure positive communication and collaboration with partners in transitional and supportive housing, hospitals, and other service providers
• Responsible for managing the program’s budget
• Support professional growth and learning for program staff through regular, structured supervision, team meetings, in-service trainings, modeling, enhancing organizational awareness and ensuring thorough communication with internal and external partners
• Perform other duties as assigned


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree required. NYS Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is strongly preferred
• Minimum 5 years