Director Of Social Services For Workforce Development Center

• Conduct assessments of clients' Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) needs related to work eligibility, skills, develop individualized service plans, and provide coaching and support throughout the training and job search process; refer to external resources/services.
• Maintain a caseload of clients enrolled in the center and in sector-based training.
• Assist in planning and facilitating orientation for new clients. 
• Experience and sensitivity working with various cultures, individuals with diverse backgrounds, and low-income socioeconomic conditions.
• Assess the needs and strengths of clients to assist in employment goals, including and objectives.
• Co-facilitate and coach employment groups.
• Assist with job readiness training, job placement, and retention services.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local service providers, including mental health providers, government agencies, and other related community-based services, as needed.
• Ensure timely record-keeping in the client tracking system/database; document activity and reports.
• Provide crisis intervention and mediation as necessary.
• Assist with special projects as assigned, including Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) assistance
• Maintain strict program confidentiality and integrity.
• Assist in verifying the satisfactory placement of clients with employers and obtain some form of employment verification.
• Other duties as assigned.

• MSW required.
• Related experience in the mental health field, substance abuse, or with homeless individuals is strongly preferred.
• Must have excellent time management skills, be flexible, be a team player, be open to feedback, be creative, and have excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent assessment and written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Computer literacy is required.
• Knowledge of the workforce, social service agencies/including Federal assistance benefits, and community services is required.
• Must be willing to work evenings.

• Full-time, exempt position.
• 8-hour workday (with half an hour unpaid lunch).
• Monday through Friday and occasional Saturdays.

• Compensation range of $75,000-$80,000.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and competitive benefits package: Health Insurance; Retirement Plan, Optional 403b Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefit Plan, and Y Fitness Center Membership.

• Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. 
• Must pass the background check and other pre-employment requirements.

Established in 1917, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish Community Center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational, and social service programs to enhance the quality of life of our clients. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative older adult services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y!