Director of Program Srvs

Director of Program Srvs 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 1 Echo Hills, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 $107,730.23 a year - Full-time The Children's Village 173 reviews $107,730.23 a year -

Full-time Position Overview :

The primary task is to assure the milieu teams provide youth with skills to develop and achieve a successful transition into young adulthood. The Director of Program Services carries out direct supervision and program oversight with Supervisors and staff to ensure a therapeutic and supportive environment is provided for youth with emotional, behavioral, psychiatric issues and histories of sexual harm. The Director of Program Services carries out tasks to meet the mandates of OCFS, ACS, LDSS, as well as the mission of the organization. The Director of Program Services shows dedication and willingness to work alongside the Integrated Treatment Model (ITM), supporting and carrying out the functions of the model to best serve the population. The Director of Program Services is expected to have a nonjudgmental approach that focuses on skill building and basic principles of behavior (reinforcement, extinction, blocking and shaping). The Director of Program Services is required to function as part of a team, committing to modeling pro social behavior and building positive relationships with all residents.

Position Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in social work, Counseling, or related field and 2 years supervisory experience in residential OR HS Diploma/equivalent, some college and 5 years residential supervisory experience, required. Valid NYS Driver's License, required. Literacy in

EXCEL, WORD, OUTLOOK.

Ability to present self in a highly professional/engaging manner and work independently. Experience in independent living skills development, 3 years minimum, preferred. Experience in running groups/workshops. Training/knowledge in treating youth with histories of sexual harm and conflict/behavior management. Bi-lingual (Spanish), ideal.