RiseWell Community Services is looking for a full-time Senior Division Director of Affordable Supportive Housing to join our Residential Team. This individual will provide essential strategic leadership and oversight for the planning, start-up, development, and on-going operations of RiseWell’s Affordable Supportive housing projects.

In this position, you will be providing opportunities for low-income, formerly homeless individuals and those with special needs to improve their health, quality of life, and helping maintain community living for as long as possible.

Our Senior Division Director should be a dynamic and proactive individual who excels independently but also as a collaborative team member. This candidate will possess strong leadership skills, demonstrated critical thinking abilities, and a flexible approach to problem-solving. A deep understanding of the diverse needs of the populations we serve is essential. This includes working with individuals facing mental health challenges, substance use issues, and housing instability. Ideally, you are a self-starter with a strong sense of strategic insight and a commitment to making a meaningful impact.

The world does not run out of people to help…and we need people like YOU to help us make a positive change in the community!

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree in Human Services, license preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience developing and overseeing Affordable/Supportive housing projects
Minimum 5 years in supervisory/management experience
Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental HealthExperience with the start-up and ongoing development of Affordable Supportive Housing programs
Working knowledge of funding source requirements for Affordable Supportive Housing including OMH, DOH, NY1515, HPD, HCR
Excellent leadership skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel throughout Long Island and NYC

CORE & ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsible for leadership and oversight of start-up, development, and on-going operations of RiseWell’s Affordable Supportive Housing projects
Provide strategic leadership to the Project Directors and team of Residential staff with a focus on strong performance management, retention, engagement, and professional development
Engage in program development as it related to services, contract fidelity, and program evaluation
Represent RiseWell with local officials, community boards, funders, and planning boards
Ensure compliance with funding sources, oversight of property and facilities maintenance and development of policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations
Ensure timely rent-up of all Affordable Housing projects
Work directly with property management companies and compliance tax credit companies to promote efficient operations and compliance, as well as facilities department and superintendents
Oversee lease up process and work with teams to maximize occupancy and remove unnecessary impediments to housing
Provide oversight as well as development of regular reports to monitor progress, outcomes, expected targets, budgets, as it relates to various departmental activities, including leased housing and contract expenditures, while working with our financial team to maximize revenue
Conduct property searches for new development locations and work with Chief Administrative Officer to evaluate feasibility of properties
Identify and make use of data/program metrics to strategize, plan and make informed operational decisions
Develop and monitor clear operational processes in compliance with Federal, State and local laws and agency policies and procedures via the monthly chart monitoring and audits, C/QM chart monitoring, quarterly program POCA/PIP reviews, quarterly outcome reporting, etc.
Conduct High Risk Committee meetings quarterly
Provide 24 hour on-call assistance for critical incidents/emergencies and crisis intervention
Engage in program development as it relates to services, contract fidelity, and program evaluation while ensuring programs and services are delivered with a harm reduction, person centered approach
Remain current on changing developments in individual field of expertise

SALARY: $135,000.00 Annually

At RiseWell, we value a healthy work-life balance and prioritize the mental & physical wellness of our staff!

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
Long and Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
CALM App Subscription
Flexible Work Schedules
Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
Comprehensive Paid Training
Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
Supplemental Pet Insurance
Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ABOUT US:

Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.

RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors and at-risk children

For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit www.risewell.org.

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