Mobile Housing Team Director at Community Access Inc

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership Skills, Clinical Experience, Supervisory Experience, Program Development, Conflict Mediation, Problem Solving, Person-Centered Treatment, Community Engagement, Budgeting, Staff Recruitment, Record Keeping, Reporting, Flexibility, Creativity, Communication Skills, Initiative

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Founded in 1974, Community Access continues to uphold and operate as a pioneer of supportive housing and social services in NYC for people with mental health concerns. We proudly lead advocacy efforts that rally our community to promote human rights, social justice, and economic opportunities for all. We are built upon the simple truth that people are experts in their own lives. Our programs are spread across 25 locations and include over 1200 units of supportive housing in three boroughs, the Howie the Harp Advocacy Center, Peer-driven Crisis Respite Center, Adult Home Initiative, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and the Intensive Mobile Team (IMT). Program/Department Description Community Access provides affordable housing, supportive services, education, training and employment services, integrated rehabilitation and treatment services, and care coordination to individuals with psychiatric disabilities, histories of homelessness, substance use, criminal justice involvement and serious health concerns. The Housing department provides permanent and affordable supportive housing for individuals living with mental health concerns and low-income community residents and families, as well as licensed transitional residential programs for individuals moving from institutions into the community. Services are geared towards assisting people in maintaining their housing and moving forward with their lives in stable community-based environments. Overview The Director of the Housing Mobile Team provides administrative oversight and leadership for the Housing Mobile Team which works with individuals living in Community Access Supported Housing who present complex needs such as mental health or behavioral crises or challenges with aging in place. The Director is responsible for supervision of all team members. They are responsible for ensuring that services are provided within the scope of the agency’s mission and values as well as meeting all funder and agency standards for staff recruitment, staff supervision, record keeping, reporting, budgeting, collaborating with other departments and programs and developing and maintaining relationships with community members and organizations. Key Performance Indicators * Completes all internal and external reporting as required on time. * Utilize all required systems to complete responsibilities (PSYCKES, Healthix, CAPS, NIMRS, MAVEN, etc.). * Provide weekly supervision for assigned staff and document supervision notes in the official record. * Forward staff recruitment needs to HR within one week of known staffing vacancy. * Screen applicants for vacant positions within three business days of application. * Ensure that assessments are completed on time. * Ensure completion of progress notes for all contacts, collaterals, and engagement attempts within 2 business days Job Qualifications * Have an understanding, appreciation, and commitment to the philosophy and mission of Community Access. * Commitment to person-centered treatment strategies, upholding participants’ rights, and self-determination in service provision. * Master’s degree in social work or related field, Licensed in New York State LCSW or LMSW required. * Minimum of three (3) years direct clinical experience with adults in a behavioral health setting. * Knowledge of multi-disciplinary mobile team experience, required. * Minimum three (3) years supervisory or management experience. * Experience developing, implementing and evaluating program and participant goals. * Experience training, coordinating and evaluating the work of clinical and support staff. * Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to work as part of a team and skill in communicating program goals and holding people accountable to reaching them. * Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. * Be creative and flexible. * Able to show initiative and be responsible for follow through. * Be skilled in conflict mediation/negotiation and have an assertive approach to problem solving * Available to work a flexible schedule, mornings, evenings and weekends in response to participant needs. * Must be able to work in the community, including use of public transportation. * Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds. * Computer proficiency in Windows operating systems and programs, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as comfort with learning new electronic systems. * Bilingual Spanish-speaking, preferred * Must be fingerprinted and cleared by the New York State Justice Center Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should apply on www.communityaccess.org/jobs [http://www.communityaccess.org/jobs]. Community Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V. Women, People of Color and Members of the LGBT community are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a workforce where at least 51% of our employees identify as having a personal experience using mental health services. www.communityaccess.org [http://www.communityaccess.org/]

Responsibilities

The Director of the Housing Mobile Team provides administrative oversight and leadership for the team, ensuring services align with the agency's mission and standards. They are responsible for supervising team members and maintaining relationships with community organizations.