Director Social Services

Project Renewal is a leading non-profit organization with the mission of building supportive communities where people achieve dignity and independence, renewing their lives with health, homes, and jobs. Our comprehensive and integrated 24/7 programs are designed to offer the holistic care our clients need. With a staff of 950+ and an annual budget of $140 million, Project Renewal is one of the larger social service nonprofits in New York City. Title: Director of Social Services Program: 59th Street Women’s Shelter Salary: $75,000-80,000 annually Program Description: The 59th Street Women’s Shelter is a 200-bed, 24/7 emergency shelter for homeless women diagnosed with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Our comprehensive services include case management, individual and group counseling, recreational activities, occupational therapy, and housing placement assistance. Additionally, a street-facing, on-site Article-28 Clinic provides primary care, and behavioral health care services. Overall Responsibilities: Under the general direction of the Program Director, with some latitude for independent action and decision making, the Director of Social Services will be responsible for the overall coordination and delivery of services to clients of the 59th Street Women’s Shelter. The Director of Social Services oversees a team comprised of a Clinical Coordinator, Team Leaders, Housing Coordinators, Case Managers, and Recreation Specialists. The Director of Social Services serves as a liaison between 59th Street Women’s Shelter and hospitals/SPOA-related services etc.... The Director of Social Services coordinates service delivery with on-site medical, psychiatric, and Operations Department, ensuring staff adherence to funder and Project Renewal policies and procedures; conducts regular quality assurance reviews; is the primary liaison with DHS regarding client assignments, transfers, and exits; performs related work. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties of the Director of Social Services include but are not limited to the following activities: Supervises a multi-talented social services staff of a Clinical Coordinator, Team Leaders, Housing Coordinators, Case Managers, and Recreation Specialists in providing services to the clients, ensuring that all DHS/OTDA and Project Renewal protocols are being followed, and that the Statement of Rights/Responsibilities as well as any other required documents are being given to each client Coordinates all clinical aspects of the social services department through collaboration with staff in the Medical and Psychiatric Departments; Ensures that linkages and coordination of services are being done by staff and properly documented Monitors the staffs’ timely completion of all client intake processes, assessments, psycho-socials, progress notes, referrals and independent living plans Acts as a primary Liaison to the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) and the State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) regarding clinical issues In collaboration with the Program Director, develops and implements policies and procedures to comply with requirements from the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) Conducts chart reviews, physical charts as well as data in external database, DHS-CARES Facilitates the clients’ weekly case conferences, partners for permanency meetings, and community meetings Prepares and submits the statistical and reporting requirements of DHS Fosters staff development by conducting team and individual supervisory sessions; As needed, provides in-service education for all levels of shelter staff. Provides guidance and direction to the Housing Coordinators ensuring that HRA2010e and other housing packages are being generated and given to DHS as well as other housing providers Develops and trains staff in protocols to be followed in clinical emergencies Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Director Available to respond to emergencies…