Director Of Social Services

Director Of Social Services

Salary Range $85,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary Position Type Full Time

Community Housing Innovations (CHI) is a not-for-profit housing and human services organization that aims to support social and economic independence. Our vision is to end generational poverty and foster upward mobility by ensuring that all families and individuals live in quality housing, have a home of their own, and a job to support them. We believe quality, affordable housing is the foundation for prosperity, personal fulfillment, and success. CHI employs a team of hard-working, compassionate people who want to give back to others in their community. We are proud to offer:

• Paid time off
• 2 personal days awarded annually
• Health insurance and health reimbursement account
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending account
• AFLAC supplemental insurance
• Voluntary plans
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Working Advantage- Employee Perks
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly trainings and career development plans

The Director of Social Services (DSS) leads the social service unit that develops and executes service and care plans for residents to provide a supportive and empowering environment that fosters stabilization, independence and self-reliance, and skills development, and enhance the health and general well-being of residents; and ensures services are appropriate and culturally sensitive. The DSS provides operation and administrative support to ensure program and contractual compliance and ensures the accurate and punctual submission of required documentation and reporting to CHI, city, state, and federal agencies. The Director builds and sustains a strong service network with external providers and community-based organizations to support staff and assist residents towards stability and independence.

Location: Gowanus/Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY Schedule: Tuesday -Wednesday, Friday - Saturday 9am-5pm Thursday 11am-7pm On Call 24 hrs./7 days

Job-Related Duties – Essential Functions:

• Service and Care Coordination
• Program Management
• Supervision

Qualifications:

• Entry Level Qualifications and Requirements
• Education and Experience: Masters degree in Social Work or related field required. LMSW or LCSW preferred. Eight years of experience plus three years of supervisory and managerial experience in social work, case management, counseling, or direct advocacy for clients in social service settings. Experience with immigrants and immigration issues prioritized. A bachelor's degree in social services and ten years of experience in social services with 5+ in a supervisor setting can be used in lieu of the education requirement.
• Communication: Professional and impeccable verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in English required, multi-lingual and Spanish proficiency prioritized.
• Computer skills: Professional and expert competency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and the internet. Experience with CARES, HOME, CAPS, and AWARDS prioritized.
• Math Skills: Ability to formulate financial budgets and coach budget management skills.
• Physical Performance: Ability to make unit visits (walk distances, climb stairs, etc.)
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to prioritize, make appropriate decisions and judgment calls.
• Other Skills

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Community Housing Innovations Inc (CHI) respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Community Housing Innovations is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, training, assignments, benefits, employee activities, termination, access to facilities, and programs, and all other terms and conditions of employment as well as general treatment during employment.