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Lantern Community Services · 12 hours ago

Amber Hall - Assistant Program Director

Bronx, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

Lantern Community Services is dedicated to supporting the independence and well-being of New Yorkers affected by homelessness or at risk of losing their housing. The Assistant Program Director will oversee the daily operations of supportive housing programs, ensuring high-quality service delivery and managing program staff to achieve program objectives effectively.

Non Profit

Hiring Manager

Anthony Mercedes, MA, MSW, CHES®

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of supportive housing programs

Ensuring high-quality service delivery

Managing program staff

Tracking service goals

Maintaining program compliance standards

Providing crisis intervention when needed

Collaborating with internal teams, external agencies, and stakeholders to achieve program objectives effectively

Qualification

Program developmentCrisis managementLeadership experienceSocial services experienceEvidence-based practicesMaster’s degreeRelevant certificationsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsConflict resolution skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Leadership and supervisory experience, including staff management and the ability to effectively oversee program operations

Proficiency in program development, implementation, and compliance, with a focus on supporting individuals in vulnerable populations

Strong crisis management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and external partners

Understanding of evidence-based practices in areas such as mental health, homelessness prevention, and social services support

Experience in social services, particularly in areas such as health and wellness, education, or employment programs

Preferred

Master's degree in social work, public administration, or a related field preferred

Relevant certifications are advantageous

Company

Lantern Community Services

Lantern provides innovative services to help New Yorkers who are formerly homeless or have recently aged.

Founded in 1995

New City, New York, USA

51-200 employees

https://lanterncommunity.org/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Roberta S.

Chief Operating Officer

Michael Winter

Chief Financial & Administrative Officer

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