Independent Living Program Director 171 - Apply Using Job Code 20302

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Independent Living Program Director– Perth Amboy, NJ

Annual Salary = $70,000 - $75,000

Responsibilities:

• Supervise a multi-disciplinary team that provides intensive case management to young adults ages 18-24 who have experienced out of home placement and housing instability.
• Oversee day to day operations of implementing an evidenced-based program model.
• Effectively manage the electronic referral system.
• Meet with young adults eligible to apply for the program and be able to assess their readiness for program entry.
• Conduct community outreach/presentations in the community; develop and maintain community relationships with employers and post-secondary schools/programs to support young adults in the program.
• Provide after hours on-call coverage to direct staff on-call

Minimum Skills:

• BA/BS in a social service field plus 5 years of supervisory experience; Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to work independently and provide supervision to the team with strong organization skills, knowledge of community, and the ability to advocate for former foster youth.
• Acceptable driver’s license history.