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Job Description Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. Bronx Grove is a building which was developed and is operated by CAMBA Housing Ventures. The project has 323 total number of dwelling units; 194 units will be supported by social services. There will be an onsite superintendent. The unit distribution is 97 ESSHI units and 97 NY 15/15. CAMBA, Inc. is the on-site services provider. Sixty-one apartments, 60% of the units in the building, will be master leased by CAMBA and will house chronically homeless single adults and families who, the head of households, are diagnosed with chronic health conditions. The remaining 129 units are occupied by community residents, who may require some services. Position: Case Manager, Bronx Grove Reports To: Program Manager Location: 261 East 202nd street Bronx NY 10458 What The Case Manager Does: • Maintain professional relationships with clients and compliance with HIPAA regulations., • Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures., • Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information., • Review all documentation establishing tenants' eligibility for program and make file copies., • Create and maintain tenant files., • Conduct initial intake and assessment of tenants and tenants' families' needs and periodic re-assessments., • In collaboration with tenants, prepare initial and periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term tenant goals., • Assist tenants in attaining their goals by identifying and locating community resources for tenants and by making referrals to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA., • Work with tenants to break through barriers to tenant goals and to assist tenants in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency., • Conduct group sessions and/or workshops to assist tenants with independent living skills., • Recommend and implement strategies to persuade tenants to participate more fully in this process., • Monitor tenants' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled telephone contact and/or face-to-face visits, and document via progress notes., • Participate in case conferences., • Follow-up with tenants and with referral organizations regarding tenant contact and progress with referral organization., • Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports., • May recommend closing of cases in which tenants have: (a) achieved primary goals and have maintained stability for a period of months; or, (b) have not demonstrated a willingness to participate in the process (lost-to-service); or, (c) have become ineligible for services (e.g. moved out of building)., • May act as tenant liaison/tenant advocate with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, legal issues, etc., • May schedule appointments for tenant with referral organizations., • May escort tenants to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.), • May assist tenants in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on tenants' behalf., • May follow-up with tenants for a period of time after successful completion of their primary goals to assure tenant stability., • May evaluate actual living conditions of tenants through home visits., • May prepare marketing materials for the program., • May prescreen tenants over the telephone for eligibility and may schedule intake appointments., • May input tenant data and tenant progress information into automated database., • Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over time. Minimum Education/Experience Required: • Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) and/or equivalent experience., • Obtain “Criminal History Checks” (CHC) fingerprinting through the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) and the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice System) and Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance., • Ability to maintain fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment., • Experience working with persons with HIV, mental illness, and/or substance abuse histories., • Flexible hours may be needed to provide shift coverage in the evenings/weekends based upon the needs of the residents., • Experience in clinical supervision, housing issues and working with individuals with mental illness, substance abuse issues, HIV/AIDS and other special needs., • Experience developing and facilitating groups. Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Powered by JazzHR PC5N5C1vgR

Job DescriptionDescription: We are currently looking for a Preschool Mentor Teacher to support several of our Preschools: Primarily focused on our Manhattan and Brooklyn Schools. Below are the addresses of the schools the Mentor Teacher will be supporting Manhattan Children's Program: 80 West End Ave New York, NY 10023 The Greenpoint School: 725 Leonard St Brooklyn, NY 11222 William O'Connor Midwood School: 1520 East 13th St Brooklyn, NY 11230 Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Director, the Mentor Teacher is responsible for supporting the delivery of high-quality educational instruction to students in Special Education and Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Programs. This role involves planning and implementing individualized educational programs, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory standards, and fostering a developmentally appropriate and inclusive classroom environment. The Mentor Teacher also serves as an instructional or teacher-team leader and professional development coach within the school building. They provide ongoing support, guidance, and modeling to teachers, assistant teachers, and student teachers to enhance instructional quality and student outcomes. As a teacher-team leader, the Mentor Teacher ensures collaboration among interdisciplinary teams (i.e., related service providers, families, etc.) and contributes to continuous program improvement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Mentor Teacher will include, but are not limited to the following: • Plan, implement, and adapt daily lessons and classroom activities based on students' developmental levels and individual education plans (IEPs)., • Develop and maintain both short- and long-term instructional goals and evaluate student progress regularly., • Participate in student evaluations, intake assessments, and transition planning processes., • Develop educational reports, including annual reviews, quarterly progress reports, and formal assessments in all developmental domains, where needed., • Ensure that lesson plans and classroom materials are developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and accessible to all learners., • Maintain up-to-date and accurate student records, including attendance, data tracking, and anecdotal reports., • Provide mentoring, modeling, and instructional coaching to teachers and teacher assistants, fostering a culture of reflective practice and professional growth., • Conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive feedback aligned with agency expectations and instructional goals., • Lead professional development initiatives, in-service training sessions, and orientation programs for new and existing staff., • Collaborate with teachers to design and implement differentiated instructional strategies and individualized behavior supports., • Act as team leader for each student’s interdisciplinary team, facilitating collaboration and goal alignment., • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, annual reviews, and other program-related committees (e.g., Education Curriculum Committee)., • Maintain regular communication with the Director / Assistant Director and participate in weekly update meetings to discuss classroom performance, student progress, and staffing needs., • Oversee classroom setup, including furniture, materials, and adaptive equipment to optimize learning and ensure safety., • Manage and requisition of classroom supplies and materials in accordance with budgetary procedures., • Support arrival, dismissal, and transition routines; assist students with personal care needs including feeding, toileting, and dressing, as needed., • Implement universal precautions and adhere to health and safety protocols as noted in Article 47., • Substitute in other classrooms or support staff coverage when needed., • Contribute to curriculum development, lesson planning frameworks, and instructional resources aligned with state learning standards and agency goals., • Support the implementation of inclusive practices., • Stay informed of current trends and best practices in early childhood and special education through professional development, research, and continuing education., • Promote the agency’s mission and advocate for the needs and dignity of students with disabilities., • Contribute to Curriculum Committee meetings, • Performs other related duties as requested. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Excellent oral and written communication skills, • Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines, • Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, children and their parents and outside contacts, • Must maintain confidentiality of student’s records, • Must maintain confidentiality of staff records, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures, • Passion for ADAPT's mission and demonstrates a commitment to the non-profit disability sector. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education required, • New York State Certification in Special Education for Special Education Teachers, • New York State Certification in Early Childhood Education or N-6 (for Day Care and UPK Teachers), • New York State Certification in Special Education for Special Education Teachers, • New York State Certification in Early Childhood Education or N-6 (for Day Care and UPK Teachers) At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported by leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Requirements:

Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE: Supervise the delivery of services provided by client care coordinators to enhance existing services to homeless families to include the completion of a thorough assessment and the development and completion of bio-psychosocial of each family upon intake, crisis intervention, counseling and client advocacy and referrals to government and community-based resources. If needed, ensure the recommendations of small achievable goals to be implemented on each family’s service plan leading to permanent housing, and strengthen the overall permanency outcome for families with children in shelter. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned. • Manage and supervise a team of Client Care Coordinators to develop a team of skilled professional staff, including recruitment, training, supervision, evaluation, and staff scheduling to achieve the objectives of both CRF and Agency Funders., • Guide client care coordinators in the development, implementation, and achievement of program goals., • Handle administrative, operational, programmatic issues that might affect client care coordinator staff., • Assign cases to client care coordinators for newly admitted families to be assessed immediately upon admission and managed throughout shelter stay., • Ensure the timely completion of comprehensive bio psychosocial assessments for each family to understand strengths and service needs., • Work effectively as a part of a multi-disciplinary team to enhance client engagement and the delivery of quality service., • Enhance the delivery and coordination of mental health and related services to families with children in shelter., • Ensure that client care coordinator reports are clearly written and capture family assessment findings and recommendations., • Confer and consult with professional and technical personnel in implementing a multidisciplinary approach to client care and wellbeing., • Ensure that client care coordinators are providing short-term counseling, outreach services, crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning and pyscho-education for families., • Collaborate with ACS and /or prevention services agencies and participate in conferences to advocate on behalf of family as needed., • Ensure that client care coordinators are providing families with appropriate referrals and linkages between mental health providers, government agencies and other related community-based services as needed., • Serve as agency/program liaison between DHS, government agencies, community-based organizations and/or groups., • Develop and Implement group work for families to be facilitated by client care coordinators to address family issues, enhance life skills etc., • Ensure that client care coordinators are completing all documentation in a timely manner., • Ensure that client care coordinators assess each family for supportive housing, complete supportive housing applications when applicable, and accompany residents to supportive housing interviews when needed., • Ensure that client care coordinators complete and discuss exit summaries with each family and provide families with referrals and supportive services identified in new community., • Participate in family meetings with case work and housing team to discuss planning efforts and progress., • Network and establishing successful linkages with government and community-based organizations to create resources for both families and staff., • Work in collaboration with the Director of Social Services and the Housing Coordinator to ensure that all services lead to permanent housing placement., • Complete special projects and assignments as needed or identified by the Executive Director., • Must work one late a week from 11 am -7 pm to accommodate both staff and families., • Provide on-call crisis intervention support to client care coordinators., • Perform other duties as assigned. CLIENT CHARTS / STAFF COMPLIANCE: • Manages, reviews, monitors client care coordinators’ maintenance of client records (paper and electronic) by conduct case audits to ensure both internal and external quality assurance standards are being met in accordance with CRF and DHS standards., • Provides training to new staff and existing client care coordinator staff., • Provide individual and group supervision to Care Coordinators to provide coaching, guidance and support on service delivery and work performance., • Ensure that high risk cases are monitored closely and serviced effectively., • Provide client care coordination team with support and guidance on high risk and challenging cases., • Collects, analyzes data provided on client services to evaluate team success in service delivery., • Timely report of critical/priority one incidents to DHS, • Ability to respond and troubleshoot crisis situations., • Comply and promote compliance with all agency policies helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture. Completion of DHS Monthly Metrics. • biopsychosocials completed, • mental health referrals, • successful referrals (3 MH referrals kept), • substance use referrals, • successful referrals (3 SU referrals kept), • other referrals, • successful other referrals, • linkage agreements finalized, • training sessions conducted, • client groups/workshops facilitated, • Timely completion and submission of CCC Unit DHS Monthly Metrics Report SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Facilitate effective communication with other staff within an interdisciplinary context, participate in and contribute to staff meetings and the development of policies and procedures., • Participate in trainings and staff-development activities to acquire and maintain both interpersonal and operational skills necessary for successful job performance., • Provide professional development to client care coordinators to enhance skill sets as it relates to appropriately assessing the needs of families with children in shelter., • Work in collaboration with Executive Director and Director of Social Services to provide training and consultation to shelter based case management team, and to increase the ability of shelter staff to address mental health issues., • Ensure that staff attends CORE trainings within (6) months of employment, such as the mandated Reporter Training, CARES Getting Started, CARES Incident Reporting, CARES Intimate Partner Violence 101, Bio-Psychosocial & Engagement 101, Bio-Psychosocial & Engagement 102, Risk & Safety Assessment, Motivational Interviewing, and CPR/First Aid. PRINCIPAL RELATIONSHIPS: • Frequent interaction with diverse clients to assess and respond to their needs., • Collaborative working relationships, with and guidance to, volunteers who aid in the facility., • Regular contact with other program and Social Services staff to ensure team delivery of consistent high-quality services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of New York upon hire or within three (3) months of hire, and have a Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work. • Experience in supervision of social workers., • Experience in client assessment, service plan development and case management., • Child and adolescent development., • Parent-child relationships, family dynamics, and diagnostic classifications., • Mental health and Emotional/Behavior health., • Child Welfare policies and procedures., • Government Entitlements: TANF, Social Security, Medicare etc., • Knowledge and experience working with diverse cultures and ethnicities., • Expertise in strengths-based, solution-focused, and family-centered practice., • Experience facilitating groups for adults., • Proficiency in Spanish a plus., • Excellent oral and written communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal skills., • Proficient in MS Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe. OTHER REQUIREMENTS (including Physical Demands): • May be required to work long hours and a varied schedule., • Travelling throughout various locations in the New York City area., • Lifting and moving objects weighing up to 30 pounds several times a week., • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEO Statement – Children’s Rescue Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. #ind1

Job Description Client Care Coordinator Supervisor PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE: Supervise the delivery of services provided by Client Care Coordinators (Social Workers) to enhance existing services to homeless families. This includes the completion of a thorough assessment, and the development and completion of a bio-psychosocial for each family upon intake, crisis intervention, counseling, client advocacy, and referrals to government and/or community-based resources. If needed, this individual will ensure that recommendations of achievable goals be implemented on each family’s service plan, leading to permanent housing, and strengthening the overall permanency outcome for clients in shelter. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of New York upon hire or within three (3) months of hire, • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in social services, counseling, crisis intervention, family services, preventive services, housing services, or homeless services, • At least two years of supervisory experience in social services, counseling, crisis intervention, family services, preventive services, housing services, or homeless services, • Knowledge in three or more of the following areas:, • Experience in supervision of social workers, • Experience in client assessment, service plan development, and case management, • Child and adolescent development, • Parent-child relationships, family dynamics, and diagnostic classifications, • Mental health and Emotional/Behavior health, • Child Welfare policies and procedures, • Government Entitlements: TANF, Social Security, Medicare etc., • Knowledge and experience working with diverse cultures and ethnicities, • Expertise in strengths-based, solution-focused, and family-centered practice, • Experience facilitating groups for adults, • Proficiency in Spanish a plus, • Excellent oral and written communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal skills, • Proficient in MS Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage and supervise a team of Client Care Coordinators to develop a team of skilled professional staff, including recruitment, training, supervision, evaluation, and staff scheduling to achieve the objectives of both CRF and Agency Funders, • Guide client care coordinators in the development, implementation, and achievement of program goals, • Handle administrative, operational, and programmatic issues that might affect client care coordinator staff, • Assign cases to client care coordinators for newly admitted clients to be assessed immediately upon admission and managed throughout shelter stay, • Ensure the timely completion of comprehensive bio psychosocial assessments for each client to understand strengths and service needs, • Work effectively as a part of a multi-disciplinary team to enhance client engagement and the delivery of quality service, • Enhance the delivery and coordination of mental health and related services to clients in shelter, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinator reports are clearly written and capture assessment findings and recommendations, • Confer and consult with professional and technical personnel in implementing a multidisciplinary approach to client care and well-being, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators are providing short-term counseling, outreach services, crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and psycho-education for clients, • Collaborate with ACS and/or prevention services agencies, and participate in conferences to advocate on behalf of clients as needed, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators are providing clients with appropriate referrals and linkages between mental health providers, government agencies, and other related community-based services as needed, • Serve as agency/program liaison between DHS, government agencies, community-based organizations and/or groups, • Develop and Implement group work to be facilitated by Client Care Coordinators to address family issues, enhance life skills etc., • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators are completing all documentation in a timely manner, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators assess each client/family for supportive housing, complete supportive housing applications when applicable, and accompany residents to supportive housing interviews when needed, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators complete and discuss exit summaries with each client, and provide clients/families with referrals and supportive services identified in their new community, • Participate in family meetings with case work and housing teams to discuss planning efforts and progress, • Networking and establishing successful linkages with government and community-based organizations to create resources for both families and staff, • Work in collaboration with the Director of Social Services and the Housing Coordinator to ensure that all services lead to permanent housing placement, • Complete special projects and assignments as needed or identified by leadership, • Must work one late a week from 11 am -7 pm to accommodate both staff and families, • Provide on-call crisis intervention support to Client Care Coordinators, • Perform other duties as assigned CLIENT CHARTS / STAFF COMPLIANCE: • Manages, reviews, and monitors Client Care Coordinators’ maintenance of client records (paper and electronic) by conducting case audits, ensuring both internal and external quality assurance standards are being met in accordance with CRF and DHS standards, • Provides training to new staff and existing Client Care Coordinator staff, • Provide individual and group supervision to Care Coordinators to provide coaching, guidance, and support on service delivery and work performance, • Ensure that high-risk cases are monitored closely and serviced effectively, • Provide Client Care Coordination team with support and guidance on high-risk and challenging cases, • Collects and analyzes data provided on client services to evaluate team success in service delivery, • Provides Client Care Coordination services in the absence or vacancy of Client Care Coordinator staff MEASURABLE AREAS: • Ability to team lead and provide effective supervision, guidance, and oversight of subordinates, • Timely reporting of critical/priority one incidents to DHS, • Ability to respond and troubleshoot crisis situations, • Comply with and promote compliance with all agency policies, helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture Completion of DHS Monthly Metrics. • Number of biopsychosocials completed, • Number of mental health referrals, • Number of successful referrals (3 MH referrals kept), • Number of substance use referrals, • Number of successful referrals (3 SU referrals kept), • Number of other referrals, • Number of successful other referrals, • Number of linkage agreements finalized, • Number of training sessions conducted, • Number of client groups/workshops facilitated, • Timely completion and submission of CCC Unit DHS Monthly Metrics Report SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Facilitate effective communication with other staff within an interdisciplinary context, participate in and contribute to staff meetings and the development of policies and procedures, • Participate in trainings and staff-development activities to acquire and maintain both the interpersonal and operational skills necessary for successful job performance, • Provide professional development to Client Care Coordinators to enhance skill-sets as it relates to appropriately assessing the needs of clients in shelter, • Work in collaboration with site leadership to provide training and consultation to shelter-based case management team, and to increase the ability of shelter staff to address mental health issues, • Ensure that staff attend CORE trainings within (6) months of employment, such as the mandated Reporter Training, CARES Getting Started, CARES Incident Reporting, CARES Intimate Partner Violence 101, Bio-Psychosocial & Engagement 101, Bio-Psychosocial & Engagement 102, Risk & Safety Assessment, Motivational Interviewing, and CPR/First Aid PRINCIPAL RELATIONSHIPS: • Frequent interaction with diverse clients to assess and respond to their needs, • Collaborative working relationships with and volunteers who aid in the facility, • Regular contact with other program and Social Services staff to ensure team delivery of consistent high-quality services OTHER REQUIREMENTS (including Physical Demands): • May be required to work long hours and a varied schedule, • Traveling throughout various locations in the New York City area when necessary, • Lifting and moving objects weighing up to 30 pounds several times a week, • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions EEO Statement – Children’s Rescue Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. #IND1

Job Description Assists the Director of Clinical Services with the oversight of all clinical program development throughout all QSAC Day Habilitation and Supplemental Day Programs. This includes but is not limited to clinical oversight of individuals’ ongoing services and staff development. Management of all Behavior Intervention Specialists who are directly responsible for ensuring individual safety, individualized programming and staff supervision. This role requires thorough knowledge of assessment procedures, curriculum development and management of treatment plans to address cognitive, adaptive, communication, social/emotional and physical skills for adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities and psychiatric disorders. Specific Responsibilities: • Complete required QSAC orientation., • Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals., • Assist Director in developing monitoring and updating behavioral protocols/procedures for the administration and clinical implementation of services., • Assist Director in developing staff competency training in behavior analysis ensuring quality of care for our individuals., • Assist Behavior Intervention Specialists and Qualified Intellectual Disability Professionals with presenting staff training., • Assist Director with reviewing and providing feedback to the Behavior Intervention Specialists regarding all clinical documentation (SAP, BSP, Goal Data, Monthly Progress Reports)., • Assist the Behavior Intervention Specialists and the Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional with the intake process., • Assist in the recruitment process of Behavior Intervention Specialists., • Oversee that the Behavior Intervention Specialists work collaboratively with CM's, IRA's/ICF's, individual and family advocates in regards to life plan development., • Assist in the monitoring of Behavior Intervention Specialists and Qualified Intellectual Disability Professionals schedules, time management, professional skills and productivity and provide disciplinary action if required., • Assist Director in facilitating monthly behavior meetings with team members (i.e., Program Directors,, • Supervisors, Behavior Intervention Specialists) to review clinical program updates regarding individuals., • Assist Director in facilitating monthly clinical meetings and workshops to review, train and provide Behavior Intervention Specialists and Qualified Intellectual Disability Professionals with current evidence -based practices., • Work collaboratively with Residential Managers/Directors to ensure proper continuity of care., • Set reasonable professional standards and maintain consistency in all facets of care., • Maintain a productive environment that helps each individual and family have a positive experience within, • QSAC's Day Habilitation programs., • Treat all families with dignity and respect; allow for individual differences; provide an atmosphere of acceptance and caring., • Enforce program’s policies on health and safety regulations as well as emergency procedures., • Attend and/or facilitate relevant meetings (i.e., HRC, regulatory, etc.), recommended trainings and conferences., • Maintain an open, friendly, professional relationship with all staff and families. Set up meetings to resolve outstanding issues, as needed., • Be an advocate for improvement in to all facets of the program., • Maintain individual/family confidentiality., • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies., • Attendance and punctuality is essential. Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. • A Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field., • BCBA or BCBA candidate required., • Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders., • Experience in working with the adult developmental disabilities population., • Knowledge and experience in the development of data-based curriculum goals and the ability to develop behavior intervention plans based on functions of behavior., • Minimum of two years’ experience either working directly with individuals with autism spectrum disorders and/or adults with intellectual & psychiatric disorders or supervising Behavior Intervention Specialists, lead teachers, supervisors, consultants and/or equivalent position., • Knowledge and experience conducting parent/family/caregiver/staff training., • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel., • Must be able to travel across QSAC sites., • Ability to run., • Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items., • Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served., • Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s). Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.

Job DescriptionSalary: 50,000 - 55,000 You Gotta Believe (YGB) is a New York City-based, national organization specializing in finding permanent families for young adults, teens, and pre-teens in foster care. YGB focuses exclusively on preventing youth from aging out of foster care without family; thus reducing the risk of homelessness, incarceration, and poverty due to a lack of stable connections. Founded in 1995, YGB achieves this mission by collaborating with foster care organizations to recruit, match, and provide indefinite, comprehensive support to adoptive foster parents and youth. The Permanency Specialist position is a full-time role working directly with youth living in congregate care facilities or foster home settings who are in need of a permanent family to prevent them from aging out of care without permanency. The Permanency Specialist uses established, youth engagement and family recruitment methods to develop a trauma-informed plan to help youth achieve permanency by identifying adults in the life of the youth who are willing and able to answer the call and make an unconditional lifetime commitment to parenting. The Permanency Specialist works diligently, collaboratively, and creatively on targeted family recruitment strategies while partnering with YGBs Youth Advocate, Home-finding and Family Supports services teams, foster care agency workers and community stakeholders to ensure excellence in pre and post moral/legal permanency journey of youth. Lived Experience in Child Welfare System We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience in the child welfare, foster care, or adoption systems. Your insight and understanding of the challenges, needs, and strengths of youth and families navigating these systems are invaluable in shaping our work and building trust with those we serve. Sharing your personal experiences can be a powerful tool to connect with young people, inspire hope, and inform strategies that are truly youth-centered. At the same time, we recognize that revisiting certain experiences can sometimes evoke difficult emotions, especially if past trauma has not been fully processed. Before applying, we encourage candidates to reflect on their own readiness to share and engage with these experiences in a professional setting. We are committed to providing a supportive environment to help ensure that your voice and story can be shared in ways that are healthy for you and impactful for our community. OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES • Agency-Wide Collaboration, • Engaging Youth and stakeholders (in person several times a week) about YGB model and permanency journey; Family Recruitment, • Network Development & Communication GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS • Have personal lived experience with the child welfare system and have an active, moral or legal family connection, • Must possess a strong belief that a family is essential to the success of any youth before they age out of the foster care system and advocate for this for all youth, • Ability to explain the importance of having a permanent family to youth and various stakeholders, • Must absolutely love kids, • Possess demonstrated compassion for youth, families and stakeholders, • Have an eagerness to learn and develop both personal and professional skills, • Must be a team player, flexible, and flourish in a creative environment, • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, • Strong in commitment management and dependability, • Highly motivated self-starterwith the ability to work independently and in a collaborative team, • Ability able to work in a fast-paced, nimble environment, • Ability to build strong working relationships; experience working with a variety of stakeholders-- staff, clients, volunteers, and investors, • Have a sense of humor, • Have proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE • A bachelors degree in social work or a related human services field is preferred, • Significant experience working with child welfare-involved youth, • 2-5 years in a teaching or coaching role preferred, • Must possess a strong understanding of the issues that youth in foster care experience, the impact of trauma, and the stigma faced by youth in care, • A combination of education, personal experience, and skills will be considered LOCATION. This position is in New York City and will have a hybrid work arrangement. WE OFFER. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan; 3 weeks of vacation (which includes the week between Christmas and New Years) and holidays. PHYSICAL DEMANDS. The position primarily involves traveling in the inner city, standing for two hours or more for workshops and presentations, and computer-based work from a seated position. COMPENSATION. The compensation range for this position is $45,000 - $50,000 and is commensurate with experience. WE BELIEVE IN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT. You Gotta Believe is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy and gender expression) identity, color, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified differently abled applicants may participate in the application process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of application.

Job Description Position Description The Housing Specialist will be responsible for assisting clients of the New Broadway Family Shelter in finding next step housing. This includes completing accurate assessments of each client’s next step housing needs, developing next step housing placement goals and service plans in collaboration with each client, and assisting clients in accessing benefits to obtain next step housing. Essential Job Functions The following duties are mandatory requirements of the job: • Maintain a caseload of approximately 35 families, • Assess housing history and independent living skills of clients, • Assist clients with applying for all Housing Subsidies such as SOTA, NYCHA, NYC Housing Connect, Project Reconnect, and Family Reunification., • Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for DHS, • Identify apartments for client placement that meet safety and health standards of the City of New York; escort clients to apartment viewings., • Coordinate care with clients’ Case Managers to ensure that they have access to a full range of community-based services, including services provided by Harlem United, as well as agencies with which Harlem United has formal linkage agreements., • Maintain up-to-date charts to reflect the client’s status in the housing process, • Provide services designed to enhance clients’ independent living skills, thereby promoting clients’ housing stability., • Provide clients with financial management skills, helping clients understand budgeting, managing bill payments and saving money., • Provide clients with assistance in establishing the household, including bill payments, division of household responsibility (for families), maintenance tasks and nutrition., • Perform monthly apartment inspections to ensure clients maintain their living space as sustainable and habitable. Place clients in appropriate level housing and provide ongoing intensive housing retention services to clients in their homes in the form of a minimum of one home visit per month., • Assist clients with lease negotiations and advocate with landlords on behalf of clients as needed., • Maintain required housing records in CARES, • Participate in administrative and clinical supervision on a weekly basis, • Participate in all team and agency meetings as required, • Facilitate Housing Workshop Groups monthly, • Perform tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor and appointed staff., • Ability to communicate effectively with all staff and clients. Bachelor’s degree preferred, or high school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years relevant experience working with the target population. Special Skills and Knowledge In addition to the above-listed job responsibilities and educational requirements, the ideal candidate for this position should possess most or all of the following: • A strong working knowledge/background working with homeless families with children, • Knowledge of community resources for homeless youth and children, • Basic computer literacy (e.g., Microsoft Word, e-mail, Excel, internet browsing), • Crisis management and de-escalation skills, • Knowledgeable in the use of Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction, • Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, not 100% confined to regular business hours, • Bilingual preferred, • Experience with and commitment to a client-centered approach

Job Description Job title: Housing Specialist Reports to: Director of Social Services/Program Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time Date Issued: March 2021 POSITION SUMMARY: The Housing Specialist is responsible for permanent housing placement for all families of the shelter. The Housing Specialist will have an assigned caseload and will be responsible for the successful placement of the families in accordance with HPCDC/Tilden Hall and other agency requirements. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Principal Duties & Responsibly: Family: Intake / Case Management • Meet with the family within 48 hours of their arrival to the facility; assess their housing needs and eligibility for subsidized housing. Assist the family in obtaining the needed documentation to obtain permanent housing., • Complete Initial Housing Plan, and progress notes in the Uniform Client Chart., • Ensure supporting documents are printed and filed in designated sections in client chart., • Ensure that clients understand and work towards meeting their responsibilities as outlined in the Code of Conduct., • Provide comprehensive case management, including counseling services and other appropriate supportive services, to include developing a family-specific housing plan., • Collaborate with the case management staff in advocating for housing entitlement and needed supportive services for the family., • Source, contact and follow through potential housing resources and leads., • Establish and develop new linkages with real estate brokers and landlords. Maintain an active roster of real estate brokers and landlords., • Cultivate relationship with permanent housing providers., • Coordinate services offered by the shelter staff, landlords, city agencies, community agencies and all other aspects involved in securing permanent housing., • Conduct Housing Workshops for clients., • Track all referrals and provide on-going follow-up to clients and feedback to sources and leads., • Assist clients with completing relevant applications for housing subsidies and programs., • Advocate on behalf of the clients to ensure that they receive the appropriate subsidies., • Arrange apartment interviews with landlords and accompany clients to view potential permanent housing, as needed., • Liaise with rental agents and landlords to ensure that potential housing meets Tilden Hall requirements for "client readiness" and act as expediter, as needed., • Ensure successful transition of families into permanent housing and provide clients with local community information and resources that they can rely upon for solving problems that may arise., • Maintain client data in the Uniform Client Chart. Ensure that supporting documentation is complete, accurate and current at all times. Maintain a hard copy of printed data and supporting documentation in the client charts. Administration • Perform timely and accurate input of all required client information in the Uniform Client Chart to ensure compliance with OTDA regulatory requirements, DHS requirements and HPCDC/Tilden Hall standards., • Prepare all mandated reporting as required by supervisor and funding agency., • Establish advocacy network with community resources., • Actively participate as a member of the shelter's multi-disciplinary team., • Attend shelter meetings, agency meetings and staff training, as agreed to with supervisor., • Facilitate on-going housing empowerment workshops for staff., • Assess effectiveness of referral agencies and provide feedback to supervisor, as appropriate., • Prepare all mandated reporting as required by supervisor and funding agency., • Other special projects and responsibilities as needed. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Adheres to all policies and procedures, including those prescribed in the Highland Park CDC Employee Handbook., • Maintain confidentiality and do not disclose information learned through the course of the job with people other than those who need to know including employee information, financial information, client information, etc. COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual demonstrates the following competencies. • Customer Service Orientation: Manages difficult or emotional situations with internal and external stakeholders; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to request for service and assistance. Maintains and communicates a positive “can do” attitude with internal and external stakeholders., • Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Uses reason when dealing with emotional topics., • Systems Thinking: Demonstrates an ability to (a) see how organizational systems (e.g., internal/external conditions, processes, people) interact and influence each other, and (b) how these systems create and contribute to specific issues (e.g., high voluntary turnover) and strengths (e.g., strong customer focus)., • Planning / Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently: Plans for additional resources; Develops realistic action plans. Leverages tools to manage workflow and reprioritizes accordingly., • Service and Teamwork - Understands the needs and wants of the organization, customers, co-workers and supervisors in order to provide accurate, complete and timely service and to further the mission, values and goals of the organization., • Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification., • Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information., • Ethics: Treats people with respect: Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values., • Dependability: Follows instructions; Responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments., • Initiative: Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or ability required. • Minimum Required Education & Experience:, • HS Diploma or GED required, • Associates Degree Preferred, • Certification in First Aid, CPR, • Bilingual Preferred, • Must possess Valid NYS Driver’s License., • Preferred Education & Experience:, • Associates degree preferred, • Computer Skills:, • Proficient in computer software programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, CARES, etc.), • Language skills:, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Writes simple correspondence; Presents information in one-on-one and small groups situations outside stakeholders, clients and other employees., • Bilingual is preferred GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: • GENERAL WORKING HOURS:, • Generally, this position is Monday through Friday., • WORKING FROM HOME:, • Most essential functions of this job cannot be completed working from home., • TRAVEL:, • May be required to travel about 5% of the time to purchase items or to attend a training or go to the post office as needed., • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:, • The physical activity for the Housing Specialis is:, • Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., • Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, and has an ability to navigate from one location to another., • Lifting. Must raise objects from a lower to a higher position or move objects horizontally from position to-to-position., • Feeling. Must be able to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Assesses potential safety threats, such as by exposure to chemicals and heat from malfunctioning equipment., • Talking and hearing. Able to express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discrimination in sound., • Repetitive motions. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and and/or fingers., • Physical requirements for the Housing Specialist:, • Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally., • The visual acuity requirements for the Housing Specialist (including color, depth perception and field vision)., • Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon an employee’s request. This Job Description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all Job Functions, Competencies, Skills and Work Environment/Conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of principal job elements useful for recruiting and selecting employees, assigning work and evaluating performance. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, and management retains the right to change this Job Description at any time. Acceptance of this Job Description does not constitute an employment agreement or contract. The Company is an at-will employer and reserves the right to terminate employment for any reason or no reason, with or without notice to the employee. JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE Employee Signature Date Supervisor’s Signature Date

Job Description TITLE: Cornerstone Program Assistant Director DEPARTMENT: Youth and Community Development Services PROGRAM: Rutgers Community Center; 200 Madison Street, New York, NY 10002 WORK SCHEDULE: School-Year: Monday-Friday, alternating times of 11 am-7 pm or 2 p.m.-10 pm, alternating Saturdays, 10 am-5pm Summer: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 3 pm-11 pm; at least 3 days out of the summer program weeks PD must close the program at 11 pm; Saturdays (various); as a non-exempt employee, working hours will include non-standard hours SALARY RANGE: $45,000 - $47,000/YR REPORTS TO: Cornerstone Program Director DATE: November 2025 JOB SUMMARY: Grand Street Settlement Cornerstone Program Assistant Directors are responsible for assisting in the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the NYCHA Community Center. In addition, there is an expectation of high quality, innovative programming for our elementary, middle school, high school and adult participants. Due to the funding and the small nature of the program space, this position is compensated differently than a program space and funding availability of our larger sites. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Associates degree or equivalent of 5+ years in youth services, supervisory experience preferred, • Familiarity with the LES or respective BK communities, key stakeholders and resources, • Experienced in designing, planning, and implementing structured programs, • 1+ years in supervising staff, • 1+ years of budget, contract and grant management experience, • Ability to work independently, assesses priorities, and take initiative, • High level of proficiency in administrative work, • Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projects, • Knowledge of the public education system and positive youth development best practices, • Strong public speaking, writing and organizational skills, • A team player with demonstrated commitment to working with urban youth and young adults from an asset-based perspective, • Ability to set up and maintain work environment that challenges gender stereotypes and is LGBTQIA+-friendly, • A background in partnering with the Department of Education and local community-based organizations to support programs, • Have skills in experiential learning and group facilitation with youth, • Must be an outstanding strategic thinker, • Must be flexible, cooperative, and willing to work in a team environment, • Proficiency in the Microsoft office suite, • Proficiency in a variety of internet research and communication functions, • Experienced in DYCD programming regulations and DYCD online, • Must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance ($25 fee), • Must have NYS Food Handler’s Certificate, • Must be CPR and Advanced First Aid Certified Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor & Cornerstone Program Director, ensure the following: Program & Community Development: • Provide direct leadership and strategic direction to two program staff, • Support with the orientation and evaluation of program staff assigned to center-based after-school program, evenings, Saturdays, and summer day camp, • Support with supervision of all program staff under the guidance of the program director and delivery of services on a day-to-day basis, in order to ensure that all goals, targets, and performance outcomes are met on a daily/weekly/monthly basis, • Responsible for participant recruitment and retention strategies by utilizing the DYCD online report, • Serves as the primary liaison for school administration, parents and other community entities and constituencies, • Work with the Program Director to ensure staff improve job performance through ongoing mentoring, coaching, and monthly staff development, • Facilitate bi-monthly team meetings and ensure that all staff meetings are properly executed, • Work with the Program Director to set, communicate and enforce clear standards for quality youth development programming, • Actively engage community residents, local businesses, community leaders, tenant association, youth, and Resident Advisor to participate on the monthly advisory board and youth council to support to community's needs, • Must understand and navigate the community culture and dynamics to ensure program quality, • Participate in ongoing efforts to advocate for program needs via community coalition building and via administering feedback surveys and program assessments, • Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least 3 new partners a year to support programs, • Create quarterly community events, special events, and workshop series, • Ensure attendance tracking and reporting meet contractual requirements regarding enrollment and attendance., • Respond to all electronic and phone communication within 2 business days, • Ensure all DOH School-Aged Child Care and DOH Summer Day Camp regulations and procedures are complied with, and conduct quarterly self-checklist inspection, • Coordinate and execute all major events and activities along with other GSS Program Directors, • Responsible for the CACFP Food Program and all of its components, including reporting and maintaining appropriate documentation, • Communicate with NYCHA and DYCD key stakeholders, as well as participate in meetings, • Prepare a monthly calendar of events, programs, meetings, and activities., • Create a budget plan that supports program needs and ensures timely spending., • Maintain and diligently follow up on facility logs to ensure timely response, • Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of the facility and coordinate with the agency (NYCHA & DYCD) to effectively maximize program space, • Bi-yearly beautification/upgrade projects for the center, • Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least 3 new partners a year, • Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director/Deputy Director/CPO, • SUMMER: Manage MS Expansion program (open seven days a week) as required and be available during off hours to provide additional support as needed to the Program Director and Evening Supervisors (including weekends). HOW TO APPLY: Submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the position you are applying for. If selected, we also ask that you provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) reference should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center. Submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills & experience meet the position you are applying for. Also, provide three professional references (at least one should be from a former supervisor). No phone calls, please. Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

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.

Job Description TITLE: Program Director of Community Housing REPORTS: V.P. of Mental Health & Housing Services DEPARTMENT: Clinical FLSA CODE: Exempt PRIMARY DUTY: Administrative/Clinical Management PROGRAM: 239 East 121st St. New York, NY 10035 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 to competitive salaries, 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, • Legal Assistance through ARAG, • Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare The Program Director of Community housing reports to the V.P. of Mental Health Services & Housing and is responsible for administrative and property management of the Haven Congregate site 63 units and 135 units of Scatter-site housing. The Program Director of Community Housing ensures that the Agency’s mission is carried out; and that the Agency’s policy and procedures are adhered to. Responsibilities: 1. Provide supervision and oversight to programs and management staff., 2. Act as liaison to funding and regulatory bodies such as NYS Office of Addiction Services & Support (OASAS), Human Resources Administration (HRA) & Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)., 3. Ensure compliance with all applicable operating regulations and Odyssey House standards and participate in all tenants’ annual recertification applications/review within areas of responsibility., 4. Monitor the day-to-day operations of the clinical and facility department to ensure compliance with Odyssey House funding sources., 5. Develop new linkages, affiliations and referral sources with external service providers., 6. Assure that all staff members are trained on and adhere to Odyssey House policies and applicable regulatory standards., 7. Acts as tenant advocate, ensuring that all tenant rights are respected and that all grievances and complaints are addressed in a timely and equitable manner in accordance with Odyssey House policies and all applicable laws and regulations., 8. Review and approve personnel actions for all employees within designated area of responsibility, including recruitment, promotion, disciplinary action and separation of program staff., 9. Prepare written annual evaluations for all direct reports and ensure the evaluations are completed accurately and objectively for all employees within designated areas of responsibility., 10. Prepare all proposals and monthly reports as needed., 11. Supervise the maintenance of adequate and up-to-date records on all tenants, as well as supervise record-keeping responsibilities of staff., 12. Monitor operating budgets in areas of responsibilities making recommendations to improve cost efficiency, allocations, and expenditures., 13. Conduct scheduled management meetings and supervision with all direct reports., 14. Develop, administer, and oversee Quality Management activities within area of responsibility., 15. Establish new linkages with real estate brokers and landlords., 16. Review and sign off on all Leases., 17. Must be able to work a flexible schedule and on call 24/7 when necessary., 18. Other relevant duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 1. Advance clinical degree required., 2. License/Certification in a clinical discipline required (i.e. LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, CRC, etc.)., 3. 10 years of progressive experience including direct service, supervisory, and administrative practices within a clinical setting including a minimum of 5 years in an administrative or clinical supervisory capacity., 4. Must be able to work a flexible schedule., 5. This position requires regular travel between Odyssey House locations and availability for on call responsibilities Odyssey House is an equal opportunity employer maintaining a non-discriminatory policy on hiring of its personnel. Odyssey House, and its operational divisions, will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizen status in all employment decisions including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, training, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Job DescriptionSalary: $25/hr JOB TITLE: Activity Specialist CLASSIFICATION: Non Exempt/Part Time DEPARTMENT: Youth Development and Education (YDE) REPORTS TO: Director of Teens and Young Adults POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the supervision of the Director of Teens and Young Adults, the Activity Specialist is responsible for supporting wellness and organized sports activities for participants 13 to 24 years of age. The Activity Specialist must be creative, energetic, and efficient and inspired to service a unique population of Teens and Young Adults. The Activity Specialist will provide on-going support to participants, volunteers and Hudson Guild staff members. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or Equivalent. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: At least 2 years of experience developing lesson plans and facilitating recreational activities for teens and young adults (Drama, Visual/Digital Art, Music, Dance, Cooking, etc.). Associate's Degree. Experience working with Teens and Young Adults residing in low income communities, preferably in a recreational capacity. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Create lesson plans, implement and facilitate age appropriate activities, including but not limited to; Organized team Sports, Health and Wellness workshops and leisure activities, • Coordinate field trips and other activities to enhance participant exposure, knowledge and experience in health and recreational activities, • Create promotional materials, conduct outreach and follow up efforts to ensure that enrollment and participation benchmarks are achieved Have the ability to identify, deescalate, and redirect negative and inappropriate behaviors of Teens and Young Adults, within established guidelines, • Prepare monthly reports, enrollment packets, attendance records and other assigned related documentation, • Evaluate the effectiveness of activity programs by monitoring attendance and performing satisfaction surveys, • Serve as a mentor for a select group of participants, by helping them set goals and a plan of action, encourage continued participation, and advocate on their behalf when needed, • Prepare and operate equipment for group activities and special events; ensure that adequate supplies and equipment are available and maintain an accurate inventory, • Be aware of programmatic targets and goals and work towards these in all activities provided to participants, • Collect and enter required data in a timely manner, • Engage in professional development and apply learned knowledge towards using evidence- based best practices, • Engage in ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) to evaluate program data, determine strengths and areas for improvement and execute action steps to make improvements, • Assist in carrying out and participate in Community Building activities to support organizational effectiveness and outreach, • Perform other duties as assigned EXPECTED HOURS/TYPICAL SHIFT: Monday to Friday, 5 pm- 8 pm, for 20 hrs/wk, WORKING CONDITIONS: Typical office environment that requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing & reaching. Occasional stooping, crouching, and kneeling.Travel between multiple sites consisting of school, office, and community center environments. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The position requires constant communication with participants and co-workers and exchange accurate information in these situations. Frequent operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as phone and copy machines. Frequently stationary for long periods. The Hudson Guild is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description ABOUT US New York Edge is New York’s leading provider of after-school programs; as such we are considered an essential service to families throughout all the five boroughs. The mission of New York Edge is to help bridge the opportunity gap among underserved students by providing programs designed to improve academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, character and attitudes for success in life. Summary: The Program Manager has overall responsibility for the operation and success of 6 - 8 comprehensive after-school programs based in a K-12 school within the five boroughs. The Program Manager will be responsible for contract compliance, curriculum development, training, implementation of enrichment activities and theme based projects, recruitment of staff, scheduling of activities, daily supervision of Program Directors, record keeping and reporting and assist with the planning and organizing of special events and monitor budgeting. The Program Manager is the primary liaison between New York Edge and school principals, between Program Director and New York Edge staff, between Program Director and funding source. New York Edge Program Manager must embrace positive child and youth development principles and practices. These include building on youth strengths rather than focusing on youth deficits; setting and maintaining high expectations; understanding the centrality of and fostering positive relationships with peers and adults; providing age-appropriate and challenging programming; engaging participants as partners, not just as consumers of services; promoting positive identity formation and helping young people to fully develop their potential. The Program Manager respects and values the cultures and traditions of participants, their families and their communities, and treats all participants and staff equally, irrespective of race, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. New York Edge Program Manager must appreciate the range of abilities and diverse needs of children and youth in our programs. Our programs typically run from 3-6pm during the week and we often have opportunities throughout the 5 boroughs. Essential Job Functions: * Train Program Director in areas of recruitment, scheduling, staffing, program design, and Sports & Arts philosophy. * Provide crisis management. * Negotiate with Principals on issues of space, staffing, activities, etc. * Liaison with Funders. * Speak to parents about incidents and general concerns. * Program Development & Evaluation. * Conduct periodic site visits and provide feedback to Program Directors. * Deliver specific qualitative assessments of all aspects of the programs. * Attend weekly meetings with Directors, other Program Managers, Office Personnel, Department Directors, Finance, Human Resources, Compliance, Data, Development and Communications. * Assist Program Directors with program design. * Conduct Program evaluations. * Meet with Program Directors to establish quarterly goals and review overall program performance Assess and evaluate program quality through site visits and discussions with Program Directors and school administrators (provide diplomatic and constructive criticism as well as encouragement and praise). * Assist site coordinators in the development of age and site appropriate curricula. * Facilitate resources and service allocation such as; access to snack, security and fingerprinting, etc.). * Build collaboration between key after-school stakeholders, especially site coordinators, principals, to support the institutionalization of after-school programs. * Encourage and support Program Directors and line staff in their professional development (identify problem areas and potential weaknesses) to build the field of after-school staff and improve program operations, offerings and atmosphere. * Assist Program Directors in the development of needs assessment within their school communities and monitor the implementation of strategies to address those needs. * Administrative Supervision. * Work closely with Program Directors, school principals and other key stakeholders to ensure RoP is met. * Ensures all programs within the portfolio are compliant with DYCD, DOE and DOHMH regulations, timelines and are staying abreast of all local, state and federal pandemic management conditions and requirements. Grants Management * This position is required to travel to multiple locations within NYC in order to meet and ensure New York Edge programs are meeting contractual obligations. * Enforce New York Edge policies to ensure compliance with grant agreements and regulations mandated by after-school partners, e.g., DOE, DYCD, OCFS, DOH and other funding sources. * Monitor attendance reports and follow-up on individual site issues related to attendance, enrollment and contract compliance issues. * Oversee fiscal management of programs, including analysis and completion of budgets, approval on expense reports and approving and issuing reimbursement to programs. * Develop fiscal strategies with the accounting department. * Review, edit and approve quarterly reports for submission. * Follow-up on communications that miss their destinations. * Write annual program appraisals to program directors of Champions Clubs. * Develop networks amongst Program Directors and other Program Directors who are struggling with similar issues at the site level. * Ensure each site maintains program files and other required documentations (DOH compliance). * Maintain comprehensive files for legal, correspondence, financial and grant compliance purposes. * Participate in the grant review process for new after-school programs. * Serve as an external communication resource for New York Edge regarding issues of program quality, funding, training, research, and on-going partnerships and initiatives (e.g., relations with potential funders, policy makers from other cities, etc.). * Serve as a knowledge-base about New York Edge programs by providing qualitative and anecdotal data to shape New York Edge policies as well as the growing field of after-school programming. * Advocate for Program Directors through New York Edge leadership and assist New York Edge in understanding site-based experiences. * Recommend programs for new New York Edge initiatives, promising practices, and research. Knowledge: * DOE/Public School System * NYC, NY State and Federal funding sources for after-school programs * Curriculum design and implementation * Program Evaluation and assessment * Various organizations/networks involved in after-school programming issues * Community development * Fiscal planning * Knowledge of planning and executing online/virtual/ remote learning models Required Skills: * Passion for New York Edge mission and youth development * Reliable, organized and punctual * Must be able to switch to at home/remote work should the need arise * Knowledge of effective sports, arts, and academic programming * Expert understanding of New York City and New York State education requirements in an urban setting * Strong leader and team-builder * Ability to resolve conflicts and negotiate solutions * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with School Leadership and Program Directors * Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with proven ability to interact with a diverse range of individuals both in person and over the phone, applying tact and discretion as situations demand. * Must have excellent organizational, time management and follow-up skills * Must be able to clearly articulate outcome requirements and provide the necessary and appropriate resources and support for Program Directors to successfully deliver on objectives * Responsible and professional conduct that serves as role model to staff and youth * Exhibits strong character traits and exercises patience and creativity while seeking win-win scenarios * Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines * Must demonstrate ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree required with preference in Education, Psychology, or Social Work * At least 18.0 credit hours from an accredited college or university in the field of Education * Prior work experience in urban education, including supervisory experience * Teaching and afterschool management experience preferred * All Program Directors are required to complete a mandatory 15-hour OCFS Health and Safety Classroom course within three (3) months of employment to maintain Department of Health and Mental Hygiene compliance at site.

Job Description ABOUT US New York Edge (NYE) is the largest provider of school-based afterschool and summer programming in New York City, serving thousands of students annually across all five boroughs and Long Island. Our mission is to help young people discover their potential by providing programs that support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and leadership growth. Through deep partnerships with schools, communities, and city agencies, we deliver high-quality experiences that address the needs of the whole child and build pathways to lifelong success. NYE also serves as a leading Community-Based Organization (CBO) in the NYC Community Schools initiative, partnering with school leadership to coordinate integrated supports such as expanded learning, family engagement, and wellness services to ensure students and families have access to comprehensive school-based resources. Employment Type: Full Time-Exempt Position Summary: The Program Manager oversees 6–8 after-school programs across K–12 schools in the five boroughs, ensuring high-quality operations and program success. Responsibilities include supervising Program Directors, ensuring contract compliance, developing and implementing curriculum and enrichment activities, recruiting and training staff, managing schedules and budgets, and supporting special events. This role serves as the primary liaison between New York Edge, school principals, funders, and internal teams. The ideal candidate embraces positive youth development, values diversity and inclusion, and is committed to creating engaging, equitable, and enriching experiences for all participants. Key Responsibilities • Supervise and train Program Directors in recruitment, staffing, scheduling, program design, and the Sports & Arts philosophy., • Conduct regular site visits to evaluate program quality and provide constructive feedback., • Support Program Directors in developing age-appropriate curricula and enrichment activities., • Collaborate with school principals, funders, and other stakeholders to ensure strong partnerships and effective communication., • Address parent concerns and manage incidents as needed., • Promote professional growth of Program Directors and staff through coaching and feedback., • Conduct ongoing program evaluations and support continuous improvement efforts., • Ensure all programs comply with DYCD, DOE, DOHMH, and other regulatory requirements., • Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation for legal, financial, and grant compliance., • Monitor attendance, enrollment, and overall program performance to ensure contract compliance., • Coordinate resources and services such as snacks, security, and fingerprinting., • Oversee program budgets, expense approvals, and reimbursements in collaboration with the accounting department., • Review and approve reports and documentation required by funders., • Ensure all sites meet grant requirements and reporting deadlines., • Participate in the review and development of new grant-funded program opportunities., • Build collaboration among after-school stakeholders to strengthen program sustainability., • Serve as an advocate for Program Directors, elevating site-level challenges and sharing promising practices., • Bachelor’s degree required (Education, Psychology, or Social Work preferred)., • Minimum of 18 college credits in Education from an accredited institution., • Prior supervisory experience in urban education; teaching or afterschool management preferred., • Strong leadership, communication, and team-building abilities., • Knowledge of curriculum design, program evaluation, and fiscal planning., • Familiarity with DOE/public school systems and city, state, and federal funding for afterschool programs., • Understanding of sports, arts, and academic enrichment programming., • Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities., • Commitment to youth development, equity, and New York Edge’s mission. Program Manager will be required to report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents and school administration At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health. To apply, please visit our website at newyorkedge.org/careers. New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work the employee performs in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

Job Description Advocates For Children (AFC) is a dynamic social justice organization that strives to ensure a high-quality education for New York students who face barriers to academic success, focusing on students from low-income backgrounds. AFC works on behalf of children and youth who are at greatest risk of academic failure due to poverty, race, ethnicity, disability, homelessness, immigration status/limited English proficiency, or involvement in the child welfare or juvenile/criminal legal systems. We use uniquely integrated strategies to advance systemic reform, empower families and communities, and advocate for the educational rights of individual students. AFC grounds our work in our organization's values: • Family-Centered: We listen to what families want for their children and empower them with information and support., • Expertise: We ground our advocacy in more than 50 years of experience with the NYC public schools and deep knowledge of the legal and education systems affecting the students and families we serve., • Passion: We are united by our unrelenting drive to dismantle obstacles to education and our unwavering dedication to NYC's students and families., • Community: We foster collaboration and inclusive practices within our team and with outside partners so we can learn from different perspectives and unite in advancing our common goals., • Justice: We view the law as a powerful tool to bridge gaps in access to education and help families from under-represented communities fight for their rights. JOB SUMMARY AFC seeks a Senior Special Education Policy Manager or a Special Education Policy Manager, depending on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. This role will lead our policy work advocating to strengthen education for students with disabilities in New York City. The role will coordinate a large coalition focused on special education in New York City and also coordinate advocacy for AFC's policy priorities related to students with disabilities at the city and state levels. AFC's policy priorities are based on our on-the-ground experience helping thousands of individual families navigate New York City's education system every year. A Senior Special Education Policy Manager would be expected to fulfill the responsibilities below with a higher degree of independence, strategic leadership, and policy expertise. This position will report to AFC's Policy Director. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following tasks: • Coordinate with AFC staff to develop and advocate for AFC's policy priorities related to students with disabilities., • Lead and support the Action for Reform in Special Education (ARISE) Coalition, a coalition of more than 120 parents, educators, and advocacy organizations working to improve the day-to-day experiences and long-term outcomes of students with disabilities in New York City., • Coordinate with AFC staff to identify trends in AFC's casework and develop strategies to address systemic barriers to education for students with disabilities., • Track, monitor, and analyze proposed changes in policy and practice, legislation, regulations, and budget proposals at the city and state levels related to students with disabilities., • Represent AFC and/or ARISE in meetings with policymakers such as NYC Department of Education staff and legislative staff, as well as at community forums, press conferences, and legislative hearings., • Draft policy letters, fact sheets, issue briefs, reports, action alerts, press releases, memos, case examples, social media content, and other written materials to advance AFC's and/or ARISE's policy goals., • Prepare materials for meetings with policymakers and respond to requests for information related to special education policy from policymakers, advocacy groups, the media, and the public., • Support impacted families and other stakeholders in participating in advocacy efforts such as testifying and speaking with the press., • Conduct research on issues related to special education by reviewing existing literature and web resources and interviewing stakeholders., • Draft, update, and disseminate informational materials for parents and professionals on education policy affecting students with disabilities and conduct trainings and speak to groups related to this topic., • Set annual goals for special education policy advocacy, monitor progress, and provide reports as needed., • Understanding of and alignment with AFC's mission. Please review AFC's work at advocatesforchildren.org., • Strong commitment to advancing AFC's policy priorities., • BA or BS degree required. Master's degree or equivalent in public policy, law, or a related field is preferred., • For the Special Education Policy Manager role, candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience., • For the Senior Special Education Policy Manager role, consistent with AFC's guidelines for becoming a senior manager, candidates should have at least 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 3-5 years of experience managing projects and/or teams., • Knowledge of special education law and policy is strongly preferred., • Knowledge of the NYC education system is preferred., • Knowledge of the NYC legislative and budget processes is preferred., • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to adapt style for length and intended audience., • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively engage across cultures, identities, and ethnicities., • Experience working in coalitions and the ability to work in a team environment with diverse colleagues and allies. Experience leading coalitions or other collective efforts successfully is a plus., • Strong organizational skills, ability to set priorities, and comfort with working on multiple issues and projects at the same time., • Highly detail-oriented., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Strong analytical skills and ability to think and plan strategically., • Desire to learn, both as an individual and as part of an organization, and apply diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism principles., • Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel., • Fluency in Spanish is a plus, but is not required. Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter highlighting why they are interested in this role at AFC and how their experience aligns with the Senior Special Education Policy Manager or Special Education Policy Manager position, including any personal or professional experience that demonstrates their connection to the populations AFC serves. The position is available immediately, and resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted. COMPENSATION This is a full-time position, with a salary in the $76,385 to $84,000 range for the Special Education Policy Manager position and in the $89,116 to $110,000 range for the Senior Special Education Policy Manager position, depending on experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This position is expected to work at least 2 days a week in the office and may generally work remotely on the remaining days. ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION AFC's current compensation package includes medical and dental insurance, with a plan option that covers full payment of medical plan premiums for staff and their qualified dependents. AFC has generous time-off policies that include 10 federal holidays, office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day, and 15 vacation days and 15 paid time off days in the first year of employment. AFC also offers a 403(b) plan with a fully vested employer match and coverage of the premium cost of life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance. AFC is an equal opportunity employer that actively seeks to recruit and retain a diverse staff and encourages all applications including from people of color, persons with disabilities, parents of persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or gender expressions and persons of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. AFC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability or other protected characteristic. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. For more information and to request an accommodation, contact Human Resources at .

Job DescriptionLocations Available: Odyssey House Leadership Center 309-311 6th Street New York, NY 10003 EDGECOMBE RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT PROGRAM 611 Edgecombe Avenue New York, NY 10032 Lafayette 1264 Lafayette Avenue Bronx, NY 10474 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 to competitive salaries, 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 MAJOR FUNCTIONS: The Director of Residential Treatment Program (OASAS) is responsible for the day to day operation and coordination of an OASAS 819 certified and funded residential services program. She/he is responsible for oversight of job performance, guidance of all program employees and for the direct supervision of designated subordinate staff. The Director of Residential Treatment Program (OASAS) is responsible for maintaining OASAS regulatory compliance and assuring that programs operate in accordance with Odyssey House organizational standards. SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop and monitor program systems, policies and procedures., • Maintain good relations with and act as liaison to the state monitoring agency., • Act as liaison to funding and referral sources, the community-at-large, and the corporate officers., • Assure that all Utilization Review, Quality Assurance and Incident Reporting activities are conducted in accordance with Odyssey House policies and applicable regulatory standards., • Supervise the maintenance of adequate and up-to-date records on all residents, as well as supervise record-keeping responsibilities of staff in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Odyssey House policies., • Ensure clinical and operational support coverage for facility and maintain on call telephone accessibility on an ongoing basis, • Monitor admissions procedure to ensure compliance with OASAS guidelines, • Accurately submit and review data submitted to HRA STARS., • Responsible for ensuring the overall cleanliness and maintenance of the facility; ensure compliance with safety and physical plant standards., • Prepare all proposals and reports as needed., • Acts as resident advocate, assuring that all residents’ rights are respected and that all grievances and complaints are addressed in a timely and equitable manner in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations., • Prepare monthly reports for the Senior Manager responsible for clinical oversight., • Prepare annual work plan., • Responsible for all personnel actions, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, promotion, disciplinary action and separation of program staff., • Assures that all program staff members are adequately trained, • Provides and implements formal orientation plan to newly hired direct subordinate staff., • Provides direct supervision for designated staff as per Odyssey House policies., • Prepare written annual evaluations on staff under his/her supervision. Review evaluations of all program staff., • Comply with all OASAS regulations and participate in the certification process., • Conduct regular clinical and administrative meetings with staff., • Provide ongoing training for program staff and participate in Odyssey House in-service trainings., • Lead quality management activities., • Other relevant duties as assigned by the applicable Senior Management supervisor.REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, • Master’s Level Clinical Degree preferred or Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years administrative or clinical experience working with target population., • 2 years experience in administration and one year in a clinical, mental health, housing or chemical dependency setting., • Qualified Mental Health Professional (e.g. LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, CRC, Ph.D., MSN, CASAC etc.)., • Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Record and Outlook programs, • Must be able to work a flexible schedule., • This position will require availability as needed including on call responsibilities. Odyssey House is an equal opportunity employer maintaining a non-discriminatory policy on hiring of its personnel. Odyssey House, and its operational divisions, will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizen status in all employment decisions including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, training, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Job DescriptionLocation: Brooklyn, NY 11229Date Posted: 11/30/2025Category: ResidentialEducation: HS Graduate/GED Delta-T Group has been in business for over 35 years, and connects professionals with client opportunities within the special education, social service, behavioral health, and disability sectors. Our client is seeking Direct Support Professionals in the Brooklyn area. To include, Queens area. CLIENTS AVAILABLE HOURS Assorted shifts available for part time and full schedule. Weekends also available. Compensation rate $17-$19/hr. Must be flexible. SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY *Provide person-centered support tailored to the individual's unique needs and goals. *Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation. *Support individuals in accessing community resources, recreational activities, and employment or volunteer opportunities. *Administer medications and monitor health conditions as required. *Implement behavior support plans and use de-escalation techniques when necessary. *Document daily activities, progress notes, and incidents accurately and in a timely manner. *Advocate for the rights, choices, and inclusion of the individuals served. *Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive living or program environment. *Participate in client training and team meetings. *Must be comfortable toileting. CLIENT'S REQUIREMENTS: *CPR *First Aid *SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention) *AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel) not required but helpful. *Must have some experience. DTG ADVANTAGES • Establish a relationship with one of the nation's largest referral agencies for behavioral-health and special education., • Compensation processed weekly., • Increase or decrease your schedule at your discretion: choose opportunities that best fit your schedule., • Accessibility to grow professionally., • Access to a broad array of client opportunities. DTG'S COMPANY OVERVIEW Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable referrals, and innovative staffing solutions, for the social services, behavioral health, allied health and special education fields, for the betterment of independent behavioral health professionals seeking new opportunities and those needing care and support. Title: Residential Aide Competitive Compensation! $17-$19/HRClass: Direct Care Support Type: CONTRACTRef. No.: 1306932-5BC: #DTG123 Company: Delta-T Group North Jersey, Inc.Contract Contact: NY Direct CareOffice Email: Phone: 800-426-0932Office Address: 1460 Route 9 North, Suite 300, Woodbridge, NJ 07095 About Us: Each Delta-T Group office is separately incorporated. Delta-T Group is a referral service for self-employed independent contractors seeking behavioral healthcare education and social service supplemental marketplace opportunities. Delta-T cannot guarantee any number or duration of referrals or opportunities as a result of your registration. When and if opportunities become available, you may accept or decline such referrals at your sole discretion.

Job Description Title: EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL SPECIALIST Reports to: Assistant Director of Social Services Location: 280 Shepherd Ave Brooklyn, NY/ 280 Vermont St Brooklyn. NY Hours: 35 Hours; Non-Exempt. Monday- Friday, Flexible hours with the ability to work 12pm to 8 pm two days a week. Salary: $50,000 - $57,765 Job Summary: The Educational/Vocational Specialist will provide activities that promote educational engagement and success for youth in both NSP Blum and Rose. As a significant part of the treatment team, the Educational/Vocational Specialist will assist in reenrolling youth and families in an appropriate school/vocational program, provide school advocacy, and offer support for developing academic, vocational, and job-related skills to promote self-sufficiency. Major Duties • Conduct individual assessments and develop educational plans during intake and at regular intervals to support youth academic success., • Collaborate with the treatment team to design and implement coordinated, holistic service plans, by participating in FTCs, and weekly team meetings., • Drive the (re)enrollment process by actively engaging youth, families, and the NSP team to secure placement in community schools or vocational programs., • Monitor and document the academic progress of Good Shepherd services _NSP participants enrolled in District 79 – Passages Academy, ensuring timely and consistent follow-up and support., • Visit Passages Academy twice a month to collaborate with the school staff and to observe, assess, monitor, and support the youth’s academic performance in the classroom., • Lead the planning and execution of educational and vocational events and projects to promote youth engagement and development., • Provide specialized support for youth and parents for students with special education needs, ensuring access to appropriate services, assessments, and accommodations., • Facilitate weekly educational, vocational, and job-readiness groups for NSP participants to support skills for academic success., • Identify and develop academic tutoring resources tailored to individual youth needs., • Conduct ongoing individual meetings with youth and families to assess progress and provide guidance and refer them of long-term education resources in the community., • Build and maintain educational/vocational resource networks, including college access, special education services, post-secondary training programs, paid internships and job training programs., • Serve as liaison with the NYC Department of Education and ACS to advocate for youth educational needs., • Develop and refer NSP participants to employment and internship opportunities, including SYEP, Work Learn and Grow, part-time, and full-time placements., • Maintain accurate documentation of all activities, including intake, collateral contacts, referrals, contacts with youth, and collaboration with stakeholders., • Engage in continuous communication and planning with the NSP teams (Rose and Blum) regarding educational and vocational goals, needs, and services., • Provide training and technical assistance to staff on the educational and vocational needs of youth participants., • Advocate for youth and families in interactions with DOE, ACS, and other external partners., • Utilize Sanctuary Model tools—such as safety plans, community meetings, psycho-educational groups, and red flag reviews—to foster a trauma-informed, non-violent culture., • Promote and model the seven Sanctuary Model commitments to support a safe and healing environment., • Integrate the Sanctuary Model SELF framework (Safety, Emotional Management, Loss, and Future) into daily practice to ensure quality care., • Coordinate with Case Planners, Social Workers, and Youth Development Counselors on educational planning, and document all contacts and notes in Connections., • Collaborate with the case planner to prepare educational reports/updates for court proceedings., • Participate in NSP program events, including but not limited to trips, family night and recreation activities., • Attend training as assigned by supervisor to enhance professional development., • Must be willing and able to utilize Safety Crisis Management if and when necessary Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree requires plus youth development experience and an understanding of the special needs of adolescents in care. Must have strong communication skills (written and verbal)., • Prior experience working with the school system, as well as the ability to set up a network of community resources., • Must be able to make home visits, escort youth to school, home, and other appointments., • Must have a NYS driver’s license and be willing to help with transportation, as subject to program needs., • Must be able to use public transportation, including subways or buses, when required to travel., • Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth development, and trauma-informed perspective. General Requirements: All staff are expected to be committed to the mission, vision, and values of Good Shepherd Services, which includes involvement in quality improvement activities and a willingness and ability to work within a culturally diverse environment. 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 and shall 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 its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionCompany Description AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated. Job Description AHRC New York City is looking for a Transition Developer (TD) for their Adult Day Service programs throughout the Five boroughs. The TD will be responsible for the development of inclusive community activities for all people enrolled in the Adult Day Service program. The TD will also provide leadership and direction to all employees in the area of community inclusion opportunities and develop systematic instruction protocols to take place in simulated and community based environments. Under the supervision of the Director of Program Development the TD is responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of community based instructional programs designed to serve people with multiple disabilities. Salary: $55,000 per year...plus a very generous Benefit Package. See Benefit information below. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Assists staff in identifying priority community skills for people served. Develops and manages goals and objectives for learning. Identifies community settings that constitute the people supported likely natural environment., • Develops generic task analysis to fit the range variation that the people served may experience while learning in the community., • Conducts environmental analysis to ensure that setting are age appropriate and provides normalizing experiences., • Identifies and develops linkages with existing generic programs for the purpose of creating inclusive experiences for the people with disabilities., • Designs and implements staff training programs in a specialty area., • Identifies necessary program supports to assist in transition process., • Trains staff in the utilization of curricula resources and in effective teaching strategies in order to assist participants in achieving valued outcomes., • Follow-up and reevaluates community site evaluations., • Other duties may be assignedQualifications, • BA in education, special education, fine arts, movement or specialty field., • One year experience working with people with developmental disabilities a plus., • Experience with the planning, implementation and evaluation of community based instructional programs., • New York or Tri-State driver's license for more than one year, in good standing. Additional Information Benefits • Low cost, quality Medical Insurance (Single & Family plans), • Paid Training, • Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation), • Dental insurance, • Vision insurance, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Health Savings account, • 403(b) retirement plan, • 403(b) match, • Life insurance, • Employee discount All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.