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Director Department

The Jewish Board

Melrose, NY
1 month ago

Job Description

The Director of the Adult and Family Residential Division at The Jewish Board will lead and oversee programs supporting residents with serious mental illness to achieve stability and independence. This role involves administrative and clinical supervision, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering a supportive environment for both staff and clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides administrative and clinical supervision
  • Ensures overall clinical, operational and fiscal oversight of assigned programs
  • Develops and implements new programs, projects and initiatives
  • Conducts regular apartment inspections
  • Maintains adherence to program budgets and fiscal viability
  • Participates in agency and external committees and initiatives

Required Qualifications

  • LCSW, MSW, or other clinical qualification preferred
  • At least two years of supervisory experience in residential services or related human services programs
  • Substantial experience in working with serious mentally ill population
  • Understanding of trauma informed care
  • Understanding of co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse addiction

Preferred Qualifications

  • MPA, MPH, or related degree
  • Compassion and respect for vulnerable individuals
  • Patience and understanding for the sometimes slow process of stabilization and recovery