Director, Social Services Type of Position Full time Search Location(s) Brooklyn, NY Apply Now (https://phe.tbe.taleo.net/phe03/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=CPOFNYS&cws=37&rid=7109) Job Brief The Director of Social Services will work closely with the Emergency Shelter Director, and VP of Supportive Housing and Services to oversee all clinical services. Shift Worked: 9AM - 5PM- Varies Weekly Hours: 37.5 FLSA Status: Exempt Pay range: $80,000-$85,000 POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Social Services will work closely with the Emergency Shelter Director, and VP of Supportive Housing and Services to oversee all clinical services including programming, staff supervision, client/staff interviewing, case records review, clinical rounds, community connections and participation and compliant with CP Unlimited, funding and regulatory agency policies, procedure and regulations. POSITION REQUIREMENTS + Plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with OTDA, DHS and local standards, guidelines and regulations + Make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Administration + Participate in the development and organization of policies and procedures for the implementation of medical, social and emotional needs of the residents + Participate in community planning related to the interest of the facility and the services and needs of the people served. + Maintain necessary records and prepares regular and special reports as required∙ + Engage in community outreach efforts to identify housing opportunities. + Develop and maintain relationships with government partners, and supportive community-based organizations. + Coordinating services with other agencies to ensure that clients receive the care they need. + Serve as a resource to the shelters’ social services department staff. + Represent CP Unlimited at city and statewide coalitions, task forces and committees as necessary. + Participate in monthly staff meetings, case conferences and training seminars as indicated by Shelter Director and/or VP of Supportive Housing and Services + Assist with reports and program evaluations. + Perform other duties as assigned by the Shelter Director and/or VP of Supportive Housing and Services + Involve residents in planning Social Service program when possible + Available to work on-call and for 24-hour crisis intervention: attending meetings and work nights/weekends as needed + Follow up on all Priority 1 DHS incidents as needed + Provide consultation to members of staff, community agencies etc in an effort to solve the needs and problems of residents + Offer regular weekly supervisory guidance and support to case managers to ensure optimal performance + Ability to review and complete DHS service plans (ILP) and other task in Cares + Develop and provide training sessions for the case management team on best practices for effective case management, addressing other training needs as required + Ensure the Social Services Department maintains adequate staffing coverage at all times. + REQUIREMENTS + Master’s degree in human services of related field. + Minimum of five year of experience working with homeless population + Five years of experience in a supervisory role + Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge immigration and disenfranchised communities including individuals whom identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, and individuals with mental health issues • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, + Additionally, possess knowledge and skills necessary to develop strong linkages with city and community-based services in order to secure services timely for clients. + Must have the ability to be flexible with schedule as needed + Must be computer-literate and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. + Familiarity with CARES Preferred + Bilingual English/Spanish PREFERRED