Assistant Program Director

Location 174 Prospect Place,Brooklyn, NY, 11238,United States Base Pay $93,055.14 - $97,422.96 / Year Job Category Social Services Employee Type Exempt Required Degree Masters Manage Others Yes Description At the Center for Urban Community Services (CUCS), we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, stability, and purpose. For more than four decades, CUCS has been a leader in ending homelessness by providing integrated housing, health, and social services that empower individuals and families with complex needs to build healthy, productive, and fulfilling lives. Our work is grounded in compassion, innovation, and accountability. We partner with communities, government agencies, and healthcare systems to deliver person-centered, evidence-informed services that create lasting change. Every member of our team plays a vital role in advancing our mission and helping New Yorkers achieve long-term stability, wellness, and independence. We are seeking an Assistant Program Director who is a collaborative, solutions-oriented leader with a passion for supporting staff, strengthening program operations, and advancing our mission. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping lead a dedicated team while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, client-centered services in a dynamic and mission-driven environment. Responsibilities On a continuing basis, this position works closely with the Program Director and has the primary responsibility for supervision of designated clinical staff and oversight of the site’s special services programs, including on-site psychiatry. Additionally, this individual is responsible for maintaining good relations with funders and other stakeholders, and developing and maintaining a program culture that is client centered, outcome oriented, and dedicated to continuous quality improvement. The position requires a thorough understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures, including strong knowledge and experience with mental health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services aimed to support parents to successfully raise their children in our program. It also requires strong supervisory and administrative skills and the ability to interface effectively and efficiently with colleagues to ensure quality services and program operations. Hours: M-F 9am-5pm; On-call as assigned Requirements REQUIRED : Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, public administration, public health, human services, psychology, or related field Minimum of 4 years applicable experience with related populations in human services organization Minimum of 2 years supervisory / management experience in HUMAN SERVICES, PUBLIC HEALTH, OR SOCIAL SERVICES Strong verbal and written communication skills PREFFERED : LMSW, LCSW LMHC or, LMFT DHS experience Summary Benefits We Offer: Annual Time Off Benefits: 17 days of PTO for new hires, 20 days of PTO after 1 yr of service, 27 days of PTO after 5 yrs of service, 10 Sick days, 3 personal days, 12 paid holidays Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 403(b) Retirement Plan Pre-tax savings plan (including Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plan) Transit Subsidy Paid Family Leave; Short-Term Disability insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr