Director of Social Services- Homeless Services

Services For The Underserved, Inc.

• $80K — $90K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree required
  • 2+ years of Managerial/Supervisory experience
  • Flexibility including evening and weekend hours required
  • LMSW/LCSW or LMHC preferred
  • Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

  • Work with Shelter staff to identify unmet needs among shelter residents
  • Develop a schedule of engaging group activities for residents
  • Provide crisis intervention services and refer clients for psychiatric assessment
  • Maintain updated information about community mental health and substance abuse services
  • Serve as a resource for Case managers and their clients
  • Assist clients in developing treatment plans and community referrals
  • Oversee service utilization data and ensure client confidentiality

Benefits

  • Regular staff trainings and meetings
  • Comprehensive support in a collaborative environment
  • Clear guidelines on confidentiality and reporting
  • Opportunity to impact residents' lives positively
  • Engagement in meaningful community-oriented work
Full Job Description
Min

USD $80,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $90,177.00/Yr.

Position Overview

S:US Is seeking a Director of Social Services for their men's shelter in Brooklyn.

This position is located at Blake Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The Director of Social Services will:

  • Work with Shelter staff to identify unmet needs among shelter residents. Develop plans to engage residents in supplementary services
  • Develop and identify a schedule of "groups of various content conducted within and outside of the facility
  • Provide crisis intervention services and if necessary, refer clients for psychiatric assessment
  • Maintain updated information about mental health, substance abuse treatment and other social services in the community
  • Be a resource to Case managers and their clients
  • Work with clients and case managers in developing treatment plan and identifying community based referrals for client to continue treatment after leaving the shelter
  • Maintain data about service utilization
  • Provide administrative and clinical supervision to staff
  • Attend, participate, and facilitate regular staff trainings and meetings
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy regarding all clients' information
  • Complete incident reports in accordance with policy and procedures
  • Report any abuse/neglect in accordance with policy and procedure
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of the clients on a daily basis
  • Work cooperatively with entire team to carry out the program goals and objectives for each client
  • Understand and implement the agency's philosophy, policies and mission
  • Comply with all SUS Employee and Corporate Compliance Policies, Procedures, and Protocols
  • Comply with NYS Dept. of Social Services Rules, Regulations, and Statutes


Qualifications

  • Master's Degree required
  • 2+ years of Managerial/Supervisory experience.
  • Flexibility including evening and weekend hours required.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills
  • LMSW/LCSW or LMHC preferred.
  • Bilingual preferred.


ID

2026-18725

Work Location

In Person

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