Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTITLE: Program Director DEPARTMENT: Clinical FLSA CODE: ExemptPROGRAM: Transitional Housing for individuals who are Justice Involved **Bronx, NY Location**SALARY: $70,000 - $85,000Our 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 ScheduleLife InsuranceMedical Insurance (Two Plans)Dental and Vision InsuranceAdditional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage)Long-Term & Short-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account403(b) PlanCorporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefitAbility Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford)Commuter BenefitsEducational Assistance ProgramsSpecial shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefitsRUFit?! Fitness ProgramPet InsuranceLegal Assistance Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCareBenefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher
MAJOR FUNCTIONS:Responsible for the day-to-day operation and coordination of a 17-unit OMH funded Transitional Housing serving individuals who are Justice Involved. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality service delivery, compliance with funding and regulatory requirements, and fostering a trauma-informed, person-centered environment that supports residents’ successful reentry into the community. He/she serves as a bridge between the program staff and the Vice President, Director of Mental Health & Housing ServicesSPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversee the day-to-day operations of the transitional housing program, including staff supervision, resident services, and facility management. Develop, implement, and continuously improve program policies, procedures, and protocols in alignment with best practices for reentry and supportive housing. Ensure that program services are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and promote equity and dignity. Monitor program performance and implement quality improvement strategies based on data and resident feedback. Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff, including case managers, housing coordinators, and support staff.Provide regular supervision, coaching, and professional development opportunities.Foster a collaborative, supportive, and accountable team culture. Oversee the development and implementation of individualized service plans in collaboration with case management staff. Ensure the program provides access to wraparound services such as behavioral health, employment assistance, legal aid, and life skills development. Advocate for residents’ needs and work to reduce barriers to housing stability and community reintegration.Ensure compliance with all contracts, grants, licensing, and legal requirements related to transitional housing and justice-involved populations.Prepare and submit reports to funders, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders as required.Maintain accurate documentation and data in accordance with agency and funder requirements.Build and maintain relationships with criminal justice agencies, housing providers, behavioral health services, and other community partners.Represent the program in community meetings, reentry coalitions, and public forums.Collaborate with referral sources and partners to ensure seamless service delivery and referral processes.On-call responsibilities as needed to support 24/7 program operations.Requires the ability to respond to crises and handle challenging situations with professionalism and compassion.Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Qualifications:Master’s degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Psychology, or related field. 5+ years of experience in human services, including 2+ years in a supervisory or management role. Demonstrated experience working with justice-involved populations, reentry programs, or supportive housing. Knowledge of housing first, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care models. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Familiarity with local and state reentry and housing systems.Preferred: • Bilingual in English and Spanish. • Lived experience with justice system involvement is valued and encouraged.
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 DescriptionJob 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 AvenueBronx, 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 ScheduleLife InsuranceMedical Insurance (Two Plans)Dental and Vision InsuranceAdditional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage)Long-Term & Short-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account403(b) PlanCorporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefitAbility Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford)Commuter BenefitsEducational Assistance ProgramsSpecial shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefitsRUFit?! Fitness ProgramPet InsuranceLegal Assistance Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCareBenefit Advocacy Center through GallagherSalary Range: $90,000-120,000
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 basisMonitor admissions procedure to ensure compliance with OASAS guidelinesAccurately 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 trainedProvides 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 ABILITIESMaster’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 programsMust 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.
