About Job
The Assistant Director, Geriatric Programs will support the Director of Geriatric Programs to effectively lead the geriatrics team in the provision of high-quality, person-centered services that promote safety, independence, and quality of life for older adults. This role encompasses program implementation, staff supervision, direct service, and coordination of the MSW internship program. This position is also responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the MSW Intern program.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Director of Geriatric Programs in the strategic planning, implementation, and development of geriatric programs including crisis support, elder abuse prevention, and social services for older adults.
- Provide direct supervision and support to program staff, ensuring a collaborative culture aligned with program values.
- Coordinate staff trainings to facilitate professional development.
- Analyze program metrics to monitor program effectiveness, identify trends, improve program outcomes.
- Identify and implement efficiencies around data collection, documentation, and service tracking.
- Collaborate with providers and community partners to ensure integrated and holistic care for clients.
- Conduct outreach to the community and clients.
- Provide direct services including intakes, assessments, home visits, and services in support of client needs.
- Documentation of services and case notes in Salesforce database in accordance with guidelines set by the Social Services Department.
- Participate in task forces and other similar groups and represent the agency at these meetings.
- Support with grant initiatives and reporting.
- Manage the MSW Intern program to include regular group supervision and field instructor meetings.
- Assist in the interviewing and selection of appropriate MSW interns.
- Communicate with the schools both for outreach and about MSW related issues.
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity especially to insular, religious, immigrant, and minority groups.
- Additional responsibilities as required.
Skill and Education Required:
- LMSW or LCSW, must have SIFI certification (required).
- Relevant experience in program supervision or management, preferably in human services.
Special Requirements:
- This position requires a willingness to travel throughout the five boroughs of New York City by public transportation for outreach and provision of direct client services, though the primary location will be in the Financial District of Manhattan.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Professional Field


Patient Focus
Diagnoses
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Issues
Immigration
Age Groups
Adults
Elderly (65+)
Therapeutic Approach
Methodologies
ECT
Practice Specifics
Populations
Aviation/Transportation
Racial Justice Allied
Settings
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home
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