Program Director of Support for Trauma-Affected Refugees - Commonpoint Queens
Flushing, NY 11362
About the Job
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages the day-to-day operations of the CPQ STAR program, specializing in working with trauma-affected newcomers, including adults, adolescents and children.
- Oversees the operations of all STAR program functions.
- Provides direct supervision and mentorship to four direct reports, including the Case Management Coordinator, two Cultural Community Liaisons, and the Community Health Worker. Directs, plans and coordinates the work of the program staff including supervision and evaluation, training and team building.
- Ensures adequate and qualified staff to carry out the STAR program’s activities.
- Monitors the STAR program and all associated services in order to ensure that desired changes are effected, objectives are achieved, and program changes are maintained and outcomes are documented.
- Responsible for ensuring that high quality patient care is provided.
- Responsible for recruiting and preparing clients for the Client Advisory Board.
- Will conduct screening assessments of newly enrolled clients, as needed.
- Will facilitate meetings of the Client Advisory Board.
- Under the supervision of the Associate Vice President of Mental Health Services, assists in the development of the STAR program’s policies and procedures and operational guidelines.
- Maintains and continues to develop the STAR program’s services and form partnerships where appropriate.
- Responsible for facilitating regular meetings with network providers.
- Compiles, maintains and reports on program statistics, as needed.
- Organizes and attends agency meetings to maintain effective communication, as directed by the Associate Vice President of Mental Health Services.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
- Graduate degree and independent clinical license required (LCSW/LMSW).
- A minimum of 10 years, post-graduate clinical experience preferred.
- Must have experience working with children and adolescents.
- A minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience preferred.
- Ability to speak other languages is preferred.
- Thorough understanding of person centered, trauma informed service delivery.
- Deep understanding of and commitment to anti-racist work and the implementation of practices conducive to increasing diversity, equity and inclusion.
PERKS:
- Flexibility in working in a hybrid model.
- Regular supervision by an experienced LCSW provided.
- We offer free CEU courses for licensed social workers.
- Staff members at Commonpoint are eligible for free pool and gym membership.
- Discounted child care and camp programs for children of staff.
- Excellent benefit package.
Salary range: 75K-80K per year.
To Apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to Dr. Natalie Brooks Wilson at nwilson@commonpoint.org
Source : Commonpoint Queens
