Program Director
Company: Westhab Inc.
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: PROGRAM DIRECTOR
FLSA: EXEMPT REPORTS: ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT DEPARTMENT: SHELTER
OPERATIONS LOCATION: BROOKLYN, NY SALARY: $ 85,000.00 - $95,000.00
SUMMARY: Responsible for the overall operation of the shelter and
the program, ensuring that all facets of the shelter operate in
compliance with OTDA/DHS shelter guidelines. Reports directly to
the Assistant Vice President of Housing Services. DUTIES &
RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises the Director of Social Services,
Administrative Assistant and Housing Specialist Upholds all agency,
division and shelter policies and procedures and ensures that all
social services are operating optimally and in program compliance.
Ensures that housing targets are achieved. Create accurate monthly
reports both internally and externally Ensure that all incidents
are reported timely and accurately. Ensures that family’s needs are
being addressed through regular meeting with subordinates.
Recommends hiring and promotions, makes corrective and termination
decisions in conjunction with appropriate supervisory parties and
department. Ensures that social services staff are provided with
regular supervision Serves on agency and division committees and
work groups. Represent agency at external meetings with
collaborative agencies and funders. Monitor program performance
related to established benchmarks, internally and DHS benchmarks
Other duties as assigned EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s
Degree in social work or related human services field. Five years’
human services work experience with three years of supervisory and
management capacity. Ability to manage a multi-faceted, dynamic
program. Strong planning, interpersonal and communication skills a
must. 24-hour on-call for emergencies and local travel required.
Must be comfortable with using the computer. Must be familiar with
CARES AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS: Westhab is a
prominent community development organization, providing housing and
supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable
members of our community each year. We are staffed by an
extraordinary group of hard-working professionals that are fully
committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives.
Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are
high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have
the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a
results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact.
If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be
because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that
come with joining this kind of team. (EOE) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND
HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA): The Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions
to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing
training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with
all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to
keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.
Keywords: Westhab Inc., New Haven , Program Director, Social Services , New York City, Connecticut
