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Job description
Title: Assistant Director of Youth Transitional Living Programs
PAY RANGE: $59,500 - $62,500 gross annual
OVERVIEW
In 1971, a group of students from Brighton High School had the idea to create a "center" to meet the specific needs of youth in Rochester, NY. The philosophy supporting the vision was quite radical for the time: that young people, given information and support, could make their own positive life choices. They founded The Center to be informed by youth, for youth. The Center for Youth continues with this as our core principle. We are committed to empowering and advocating for vulnerable youth while always elevating their voices. Our mission is to provide comprehensive programs completely free, voluntary, and confidential. The Counseling and Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Department provides a continuum of essential services to the most vulnerable youth in our community, including two crisis nurseries, an emergency shelter, permanent and transitional housing, a food and clothing pantry, street outreach, and support for minor victims of commercial sexual exploitation.
Requirements
The Assistant Director supports and supervises the Program Managers, monitors and evaluates direct service delivery, implements ongoing quality improvements, assuring compliance with policies and procedures, and adhering to funder requirements and regulations. This position oversees The Center's transitional living programs for RHY ages 16-24, as well as a rapid rehousing program serving homeless young adults ages 18-25. The Assistant Director also participates in the On-Call RHY Supervisor rotation (1 week, every 6-7 weeks). This emergency response system will provide after-hours and weekend support to all RHY residential programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Monitor and support Program Managers in fulfilling personnel functions, staff supervision, development of performance standards, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions
Plan, develop, and implement evaluation and assessment of services
Develop and implement services consistent with the agency's mission and philosophy
Provide leadership, coordination, and integration of RHY services and other agency services
Monitor program contract objectives
Participate in the development and evaluation of the program management plan
Facilitate the orientation of new staff
Provide support in the development of agency grants and respond, as requested, to funder requests and needs
Ensure client safety and quality of care through compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations governing the operation of RHY programs, including certification, record keeping, reporting, and evaluation requirements
Actively networks and participates with other provider agencies and collaborations
Other responsibilities as assigned
EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES
issues relating to runaway/homeless youth, adolescent development and behaviors, outreach, and residential services
counseling and case management (individual and group)
basic and independent life skills
youth-serving systems
community resources
partnerships and collaborations
adolescent development including positive youth development, asset development, risk reduction, and protective factors
communication and conflict resolution skills
program development and assessment skills
staff supervision and development
quality assurance methods
Possess The Ability To
structure, organize, and chair meetings and work groups
work with diverse community groups and educators to build partnerships to meet youth and family needs
be sensitive to and appreciate cultural differences
manage and evaluate programs and services
CULTURAL COMPETENCY
The Center delivers programs and services to youth and families across Monroe County, representing many racial, cultural, and geographic groups. The Center ensures understanding and values differences in people of diverse cultures, ethnic origins, sexual orientations, disabilities, and beliefs. All staff are required to attend cultural competency workshops and training and to continually enhance their understanding of cultural diversity. The Center Performance Appraisal, administered annually, provides an opportunity for staff to evaluate how they integrate culturally competent practices into everyday work.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must be autonomously mobile in providing easy access to services.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field and 3 years related experience OR Bachelor's degree in above areas and 5 years related experience
A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a counseling or residential program.
Must have access to a reliable vehicle on a daily basis
Must possess a valid Driver's License with a driving record acceptable to our agency's insurance carrier
Must carry minimum auto insurance coverage of Bodily Injury: $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident and Property Damage: $50,000
The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.
Salary: $59000 - $62500 per year
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