Program Director

Join Our Team as a Program Director

Are you passionate about supporting diverse populations, and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 79,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Program Director to join our Brooklyn TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Safer Communities ) program.

• Salary: $75,000 to 85,000 per year
• Schedule: Monday to Friday 9 to 5pm
• Location: 175 Remsen Street, 5th Floor in Brooklyn

What drives the core purpose of this job:

The Program Director is responsible for implementation, supervision, problem solving and day-to-day operations of the program and staff of the Brooklyn TASC program.

What are the key Responsibilities:

• Ensure program compliance with contract requirements.
• Supervise all aspects of intake, admission and exit processes for prospective and current clients.
• Identify new program resources and implement viable linkages with other service systems to expand and improve services for the clients and address gaps in service.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with the community and stakeholders to support program development and implementation.
• Make timely site visits to partner programs and service providers to insure adequate services are being provided.
• Develop measurement systems and maintain reliable data on program activity and evaluates outcomes.
• Assist in staff recruitment and retention.
• Supervise volunteers, internship and externship efforts.
• Develop and oversee program policies and procedures.
• Prepare for and participate in program audits.
• Oversee monthly and annual statistical data and submit all required reports to funders.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new projects.
• Represent agency and program at meetings and events.
• Complete and conduct Professional Development Plan (PDP) meetings with staff and coordinate in-service trainings.
• Customarily and regularly exercises discretionary powers
• Supervises: Case Managers and/or Forensic Case Managers, Supervisor, Administrative Assistant/Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator.
• Perform all other relevant duties as determined by Supervision and EAC NETWORK Administration.

What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or behavioral sciences required. Master's degree preferred.
• Must have knowledge and the ability to work cooperatively with treatment, mental health and criminal justice systems.
• Minimum of five years of work experience in social services and with the criminal justice population. Supervisory experience required.
• Excellent communication and data management skills.
  Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% match after one year, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays.
• Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts.
• At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job – you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered.
• We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge.
• Our commitment to wellness also earned us the 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna. Additionally, EAC employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.