MinUSD $80,000.00/Yr.
MaxUSD $90,177.00/Yr.
Position OverviewS:US Is seeking a
Director of Social Services for their men's shelter in Brooklyn.
This position is located at
Blake Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208The
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
Job Requirements- 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.
ID2026-18725
