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Job Description Title: Assistant Director of Residential Life (On Site) Reports To: Program Director Location: 2190 University Avenue, Bronx NY 10453 Hours: 35 Hours/Week; Exempt (Requires Flexibility for some Evenings & Weekends) Salary Range: 68K-75K Annually based on relevant experience and education Job Summary: In the context of child-centered, family-focused practice to promote permanency, well-being, and safe, productive, and daily programmatic functioning of a hard-to-place Group Residence for male participants. The Assistant Director of Residential Life supervises the residential, maintaining effective delivery of services consistent with agency philosophy and policy, COA, and city and state mandates. The Assistant Director of Residential Life will lead and manage a team of Youth Development Counselors and Residential Life Supervisors to create and maintain a trauma-informed environment utilizing the principles and practices of the Sanctuary Model and Youth and Family Development strategies. Major Duties: • Responsible for the day-to-day functioning of the program, including oversight of daily schedules, staffing coverage, and program activities and development to foster a safe, secure, therapeutic environment for participants., • Directly Supervise the Residential Life Supervisors & supervise a team of Youth Development Counselors from various levels: YDC, Senior YDC, and Master YDC., • Work closely with the Risk Management Team to respond to Justice Center reports and protocols and follow up on facility-wide and program protocols and incidents., • Work alongside the Social Services team to create a cohesive building-wide community, shared planning, and collaboration supporting the agency's mission, values, and strategic plan across residential life and social services staff members., • Coordinate and, when needed, lead all relevant meetings, and assist in the development and execution of all plans, policies/procedures. Keep staff informed and ensure that team decisions are uniformly implemented., • Attend all relevant meetings with internal and external stakeholders as needed., • Communicate and collaborate effectively with GSS peer programs and support departments (i.e., Development, Finance, Government and External Relations, Human Resources, IT, Maintenance, PEP, and Learning and Development)., • Assure compliance with New York City & State regulatory agencies, e.g., fire, health, DYFJ, OCFS, and COA., • Ensure each facility/program is fully and timely, maintaining all required records, reports, and logs. That identified staff is accurately and timely submitting all needed reports to internal and external stakeholders., • Be responsible for effective and efficient use of resources, including regular budget monitoring in collaboration with the Program Director, and for the security, upkeep and cleanliness of the facilities, vehicles, and all equipment; assure the proper use of all agency supplies., • Maintain 24-hour on-call contact with the programs for emergencies., • Lead the implementation of the Sanctuary Model of trauma-informed practice within the programs., • Encourage and advance the use of the Sanctuary Model tools: safety plans, community meetings, psycho-educational groups, team meetings, red flag reviews, treatment planning conferences (or similar), and self-care in the program to create a non-violent and trauma-sensitive culture., • Ensuring CFTSS and Medicaid Manage Care practices are occurring in the program., • Promote and model the seven Sanctuary Model commitments to create a non-violent, trauma-sensitive culture., • Integrate the Sanctuary Model SELF (Safety, Emotional Management, Loss and Future) framework into daily practice to ensure quality care and an effective work environment., • Utilize Sanctuary Model principles in the supervisory practice., • Perform other duties as may be required. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree Preferred., • Minimum of five years of proven supervisory experience in a youth residential program is Highly Preferred., • Five years of experience working with at-risk adolescents, including in a residential program., • Proven supervisory and management skills required., • Valid New York State driver’s license required., • Flexible hours and on-call availability are required., • Ability to complete mandated Safe Crisis Management (SCM)/primary de-escalation and restraint technique training., • Must be willing and able to become a certified Safe Crisis Management trainer and conduct training as needed., • Must be able to perform physical restraint on youth using approved procedures., • Must have a commitment to use and implement the Missouri approach, a group-based rehabilitative and therapeutic approach. Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.

Job DescriptionJOB TITLE: Operations Coordinator Temp (Arabic Speaker Preferred) EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time REPORTS TO: Director of Operations LOCATION: Downtown Brooklyn SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8:45am-5pm SALARY: $56,650/annually ABOUT AAFSC: For over 30 years, the Arab-American Family Support Center (AAFSC) has proudly served immigrant, refugee, and marginalized communities across New York. Community is at the heart of AAFSC's work; we help families navigate government benefits, learn English, prepare for the citizenship exam, secure affordable housing, and access mental health counseling. We're also here to strengthen family bonds through parenting workshops and help young people succeed in school with academic support, social activities, and a safe space to share their experiences. We build brighter futures, one family, one story, and one community at a time. JOB SUMMARY: The Office Coordinator supports the administrative and operational functions of the assigned AAFSC office(s). This position requires someone who can provide excellent customer service as they will act as the first face to visitors, program participant, or partner will encounter at AAFSC. This is a dynamic role will wear multiple hats and requires someone who is highly organized and reliable. The Office Coordinator will organize and coordinate office administration and procedures to ensure organizational effectiveness, efficiency, safety and security. This position is responsible for supporting intra-office communication protocols, streamlining administrative procedures, and inventory control. The ideal candidate is an energetic professional who will wear multiple hats and is experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support-related tasks. This person must be able to work independently, demonstrate that they are well organized, flexible, and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting a dynamic and diverse workplace. A commitment to immigrant, refugee, and low-income communities is essential for success in this role. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Greet program participants and screen visitors to our office(s). Ensure access and security protocols are maintained. Contribute to maintaining a safe and secure working environment for our staff and program participants., • Serve as on-site point person for any maintenance and supply requests; work with the Director of Operations to fulfill them., • Assist other program staff with setup and breakdown/cleanup after classes and events., • Coordinate scheduling of conference and activity rooms., • Support Operations Department functions, including building safety planning, ID cards, IT setup and distribution, recordkeeping, posting of required notices, obtaining permits for community events., • Suggest updates or refinements to current operational procedures, over time, based on experience and observations in the role., • With increased experience and knowledge of our programmatic activities, help community members with information and referrals to internal as well as external services, finding information, and preparing and helping to submit paperwork for programs., • Participate in AAFSC meetings and trainings, as required, some of which may be off-site., • Be able to work occasional evenings and weekends to support AAFSC programming and events.Other duties and responsibilities, • Participate in AAFSC meetings and internal and external trainings., • Remain updated on technical and professional knowledge by attending educational workshops, joining professional associations, building networks with fellow professionals, and reviewing of industry publications., • Perform other duties assigned by Supervisor and Assistant Executive Director.BACKGROUND AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS, • Must be able to speak conversational Arabic., • High school diploma or equivalent., • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English., • Able to travel between AAFSC locations across New York City, when needed., • Excellent organizational, time-management, follow-up, and administrative skills with attention to detail. Comfort with effectively multi-tasking in a quick-paced environment., • Previous office management, administrative or assistant experience., • Knowledge of and experience with office management responsibilities, systems and procedures., • Proficient in the suite of MS Office software products, especially Word, Excel and Outlook., • Must be able to lift or carry items weighing on average 35 pounds on a regular basis. WePfuzG8B3

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Director of Early Educational Services REPORTS: Director of Early Educational Services (Daycare Director) PROGRAM: George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery (GRCR) - 13 Hell Gate Circle New York, NY 10035 PAY: $70,000 - $80,000 Our Mission: Since 1967, Odyssey House has been providing innovative services and programs to a broad population of individuals and families struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. Odyssey House helps New Yorkers of all ages—and across all five boroughs—beat drugs and alcohol with highly individualized treatment programs. Odyssey House provides high quality, holistic treatment impacting all major life spheres, including: psychological, physical, social, family, educational and spiritual in order to support personal rehabilitation, renewal and family restoration. If that sounds different than other treatment programs, you’re right. Because Odyssey is where recovery gets real. In addition, Odyssey House offers: • A 35-hour work week (as opposed to a 40-hour work week), • Vacation Plan and Holiday Schedule, • Life Insurance, • Medical Insurance (Two Plans), • Dental and Vision Insurance, • Additional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage), • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, • Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account, • 403(b) Plan, • Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefit, • Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford), • Commuter Benefits, • Educational Assistance Programs, • Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits, • RUFit?! Fitness Program, • Pet Insurance, • Legal Assistance, • Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare The Assistant Director of Early Educational Services is responsible for supporting the Deputy Director of Educational Services with the day-to-day operation and coordination of all Odyssey House Early Educational Services. She/he is responsible for supporting all childcare workers, assistant teachers and teachers within oversight of job performance, guidance of all program employees and for the direct supervision of designated subordinate staff. She/he is responsible for maintaining compliance with New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, the Bureau of Childcare regulations and assuring that early educational services are delivered in accordance with Odyssey House organizational standards. SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • The role of the Assistant Director of Education Services will be 50% administrative and 50% classroom support., • Support the Director of Educational Services in developing and monitoring program systems, policies, and procedures., • Support the Director of Educational Services in maintaining good relations with and act as liaison to the regulatory body, partnering agencies, referral sources, the community-at-large, and the corporate officers., • Prepare informational material and documents for prospective parents., • Supporting the teaching team in screening, assessment and school enrollment of all children newly admitted into the program., • Supervise the maintenance of adequate and up-to-date school records on all children, as well as supervise record keeping responsibilities of staff in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Odyssey House policies., • Act as child advocate, assuring that all children’s rights are respected and that all parent’s grievances and complaints are addressed in a timely and equitable manner in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations., • Support the Director of Educational Services in ensuring coverage for the facility and maintain on-call telephone accessibility on an ongoing basis., • Support the Deputy Director of Educational Services in all personnel actions, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, promotion, disciplinary action and separation of program staff., • Support the Deputy Director of Educational Services in assuring that all program staff members are adequately trained by providing and implementing formal orientation plans to all newly hired subordinate staff., • Managing and supporting the Pantry with overall maintenance, ordering and organization., • Observing classrooms and teaching staff and providing feedback in those observations. Support the Deputy Director of Educational Services in providing direct supervision for designated staff as per Odyssey House policies., • Providing the Deputy Director of Educational Services in preparing written annual evaluations on staff under his/her supervision., • Support the Deputy Director of Educational Services in conducting regular administrative meetings with staff., • Support the Deputy Director of Educational Services in providing ongoing training for program staff and participate in Odyssey House in-service trainings., • Coordinating all classroom meals, including menu preparation, and for the timely completion of all school lunch form documentation., • Ensuring the overall cleanliness and maintenance of the classrooms and to ensure compliance with safety and physical plant standards., • Comply with all Department of Health regulations and participate in the certification process., • Lead quality management activities including ensuring that all Quality Assurance and Incident Reporting activities are conducted in accordance with Odyssey House policies and applicable regulatory standards., • Support the Deputy Director of Educational Services in preparing all proposals and reports as needed including monthly reports and an annual work plan., • Other relevant duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, • New York State Initial or Permanent Teacher Certification (N-6) or (Birth – 2nd grade) and a master’s degree in early childhood education, Special Education or general Education are required., • Experience working with families and children with special needs aged newborn to five and, • A minimum of two years’ experience as a group teacher in a program for children under five years of age;, • One (1) year of early educational supervisory and administrative experience preferred., • Knowledge of NYC Department of Health Regulations and codes required., • Knowledge of OASAS and ACS protocol., • NYS Central Registry Check and fingerprint clearance required., • Must have completed Child Abuse Reporting and School Safety and Violence Trainings., • Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Record and Outlook programs)., • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings.