Program Director of Transitional Jobs

Bronx, NY
Full Time
Experienced
Position Summary
The Program Director of Transitional Jobs will work alongside the Program Director of Outreach to lead the implementation of the Atlas Workforce Program, which is designed to address community violence through outreach, transitional jobs, cognitive behavioral interventions, coaching, and case management. This role is pivotal in integrating various program components to achieve significant violence reduction and participant reintegration outcomes.

Mission, Culture and Fit
The PD must embody the values and mission of the Fortune Society. This includes meeting our participants where they are, demonstrating our values through compassion and understanding; and affirming that none of us should be measured against the worst things we have done.

Leadership
The PD will set the vision and direction for the program, ensuring it provides the necessary support and resources to empower participants to achieve success post-program participation. The PDs strong leadership will be instrumental in fostering a positive and supportive environment where participants can develop the skills and confidence they need to build a brighter future.

Supervision
The PD should be able to communicate vision to direct reports and ensures that the team understands and strives towards defined performance goals.  The PD carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding, coaching, and mentoring employees; addressing employee relations and resolving problems.

Attention to Detail
The PD must demonstrate competency to develop systems and processes to organize and keep track of information or work progress; is routinely conscientious, thorough, accurate and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; and recognizes trends, detects inconsistencies, and determines essential details. 

Collaboration
The PD must work closely with their team to use informed program trends to enhance the program services. The PD will build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, employers, and stakeholders to expand program reach and impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Leadership
  • Guide the overall strategy and execution of the Atlas Workforce Program.
  • Supervise program components, specifically Transitional Jobs activities, ensuring cohesive operation and alignment with the Atlas Initiative’s objectives.
  • Recruit, train, and oversee crew staff  and operations teams, ensuring alignment with program goals.
  • Promote a continuous learning and adaptation culture to meet evolving program needs.
  • Act as a primary liaison with community organizations, government agencies, and funders.
  • Foster collaborative relationships to enhance program reach and impact.

Relentless Engagement
  • Oversee methods of relentless engagement to recruit participants at elevated risk of violence.
  • Ensure community navigation teams, staffed by Credible Messengers, effectively engage and support potential participants through responsive and material support.
  • Direct the provision of coaching and case management throughout all program phases.
  • Oversee the Develop individualized plans for participants, connecting them to services to reduce engagement barriers and support goal achievement.

Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI)
  • Ensure the delivery of a structured CBI curriculum tailored for the program’s target demographic.
  • Train outreach and transitional employment staff in CBI delivery and participant progress assessment.
  • Collaborate with experts to continuously enhance the CBI curriculum for maximal participant benefit.


Transitional Employment
  • Oversee the hiring of participants into transitional jobs post-CBI and personal development sessions.
  • Supervise on-the-job support from supervisors and coaches, ensuring the application of CBI skills in the workplace.
  • Manage the integration of participants into transitional roles following CBI, supporting their on-the-job development with targeted coaching.

Data Management and Reporting
  • Oversee data collection and analysis to assess program effectiveness and inform strategic adjustments.
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting to stakeholders and funders.

Budget and Resources Management
  • Administer the program budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and effectively.
  • Monitor expenditure against budgetary allocations and program objectives.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Sociology/Social Work/Criminal Justice/Public Administration or other life/professional experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree;
  • A minimum of three years of experience in management capacity, with at least five years working in social service, criminal justice or workforce programming;
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred;
  • Skilled communicator who is able to liaise interdepartmentally as well as with community partners and stakeholders;
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel, Outlook and Office 365;
  • Ability to work independently and on a team;
  • Experience working with the community in the South Bronx, a plus;
  • Experience and/or desire to work with a culturally diverse population; and
  • We seek talented, dedicated individuals from all walks of life who possess a strong commitment to this mission.  Relevant personal experience is a plus.

Travel Requirements: Travel throughout the New York City is required.
 

EBA’s mission is to support families and strengthen communities through the high-quality implementation of evidence-based programs (EBPs). As a ‘production company’, we focus on the implementation issues back stage so that EBPs and community-based providers can be the ‘stars’ on stage. Over the past 15 years, EBA has served multiple states and counties in the areas of juvenile justice, child welfare, and behavioral health.

EBA offers a team of professionals with backgrounds in social services, juvenile justice, evidence-based programs, information technology and human resources. EBA’s interdisciplinary team brings a combined total of more than 150 years of experience in clinical services and program management related to community-based and evidence-based programs.

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