Program Director - Works Plus/NeON

Position: Program Director

Program/Department: Works Plus and Neon Programs

Reports to: Division Director

Work Location: 400 Liberty Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Hours: Full Time - 35 hours per week

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000

Position Summary: Works Plus and Neon Programs provide work readiness wrap-around services to young adults aged 16 to 30 who are residents of East New York and are either on probation or at risk of involvement with the criminal justice system. Works Plus and Neon provide an array of services designed to help participants reach a higher level of work readiness/employability and reduce the likelihood of justice involvement. The programs also offer career awareness services, connection to educational opportunities, assistance with job search competencies, and case management.

The Program Director for Works Plus and Neon is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the program, including staff supervision, budget management, program development, and ensuring compliance with regulations and contractual requirements. This role also involves monitoring program performance, identifying areas for improvement, and liaising with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for developing and managing the Work Plus and Neon programs

Supervising Staff, including overseeing and managing the Works Plus and Neon teams. This includes assigning tasks, monitoring performance, providing feedback and coaching, and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures

Facilitate workshops and training for participants

Ensure all applicable regulations and program/contract requirements are met

Hiring and evaluating staff

Ensuring that staff training is completed, providing weekly supervision

Building and maintaining positive relationships with community stakeholders and service providers

Ensuring that services provided are consistent with BCS mission and values

Working collaboratively with staff and community partners to build enrollment and partnerships

Shared facilities oversight.

Assist with the development of funding proposals as needed

Other tasks as may be required.

Qualifications Required:

MSW or BSW, or a similar field of study

Minimum of 3 years relevant experience and supervisory experience

Excellent leadership, management, supervisory, and team-building skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Proven record of problem-solving

Excellent written and oral communication, including public speaking

Enthusiasm for working with empowering low-income adults, including people with disabilities

Bilingual – English and Spanish preferred

BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.