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Assistant Director of Residential Mental Health Program

Assistant Director of Residential Mental Health Program

Evidence Based AssociatesBronx, NY, US
30+ days ago
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Job description

Assistant Director PURPOSE :

  • Cedar House (Bronx) provides therapeutic and support services to adolescents ages 16–21 who are referred through ACS (Administration for Children’s Services) and the Juvenile Justice system.
  • Our residents have experienced significant trauma that often results in behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges.
  • The program offers a robust Independent Living Skills curriculum, including vocational training and educational support, to prepare youth for successful, independent adulthood.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

  • The Assistant Program Director supports the Program Director and Clinical Director in providing leadership, ensuring quality service delivery, and maintaining compliance with agency policies and external regulatory standards.
  • The Assistant Program Director is responsible for day-to-day operations, supervision of key staff, and oversight of programmatic systems that promote client safety, well-being, and progress toward independence.

    • KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (List the functions that are essential to achieve the goals) :

  • Program Operations & Oversight Oversee daily program operations to ensure a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for youth.
  • Lead weekly team meetings and provide supervision to the Senior Team Leader, Team Leaders, Programming Manager, and Cook.
  • Ensure the physical environment and basic needs (food, hygiene, healthcare, etc.) of youth are met.
  • Monitor and manage census, admissions, group assignments, and discharges.
  • Participate in and oversee intake and case closing processes.
  • Support adherence to program budget and financial guidelines.
  • Staff Development & Supervision Oversee training, onboarding, and ongoing development of direct care staff.
  • Provide coaching and performance feedback to promote professional growth and accountability.
  • Ensure adequate staffing levels and proper shift coverage.
  • Clinical & Programmatic Support Participate in the development and implementation of clinical and recreational programming.
  • Collaborate with clinical team and provide input on service planning.
  • Maintain engagement with community stakeholders, including emergency responders and neighboring organizations.
  • Compliance & Administration Ensure compliance with ACS, OCFS, COFCCA, and agency standards.
  • Monitor documentation practices, including incident reporting and service note accuracy.
  • Serve as a point of escalation for after-hours program concerns (on-call responsibilities).

    • TEAM PROCESS :

  • Participate in intakes, assessments, and discharge planning.
  • Attend and contribute to staff meetings, trainings, and off-site professional development as needed.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with team members, leadership, and external partners.

    • DOCUMENTATION :

  • Review and follow up on incident reports in collaboration with the leadership team ​​​​ Ensure accurate and timely entry of documentation into electronic records.
  • Maintain compliance with agency and regulatory documentation standards.
  • Additional documentation responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of program leadership and are not limited to the items listed above.

    • CORE COMPETENCIES :

  • Commitment to trauma-informed, youth-centered care.
  • Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills.
  • Cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
  • Effective engagement strategies with youth.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to operate agency vehicles.

    • EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIREMENTS :

  • Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required; licensure preferred. (A master’s in a closely related field may be considered based on relevant experience.) Minimum 5 years of experience in children’s mental health or child welfare; residential adolescent experience strongly preferred.
  • At least 2 years of supervisory experience .
  • Strong communication skills and ability to lead diverse teams.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CONNECTIONS and electronic medical record systems preferred.
  • Familiarity with telemental health platforms is a plus.

    • SALARY AND BENEFITS :

  • SALARY : $88,000 - BENEFITS : Medical Dental  Vision 403B Retirement Plan Access to CEU's with no cost to you! 3 weeks vacation   EBA’s mission is to support families and strengthen communities through the high-quality implementation of evidence-based programs (EBPs).
  • As a ‘production company’, we focus on the implementation issues back stage so that EBPs and community-based providers can be the ‘stars’ on stage.
  • Over the past 15 years, EBA has served multiple states and counties in the areas of juvenile justice, child welfare, and behavioral health.
  • EBA offers a team of professionals with backgrounds in social services, juvenile justice, evidence-based programs, information technology and human resources.
  • EBA’s interdisciplinary team brings a combined total of more than 150 years of experience in clinical services and program management related to community-based and evidence-based programs.
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