Assistant Program Director

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a Full Time Assistant Program Director for its St. Lucy's/Franciska Residence Programs located in Jersey City, NJ.St. Lucy's Homeless Shelter is an 80 bed emergency shelter in Jersey City that ensures safety and builds stability in the lives of homeless men and women. The Housing Specialist is responsible for assisting shelter residents in obtaining safe and appropriate permanent or supportive affordable housing.Franciska Residence is an all men 14-bed transitional housing program that improves the daily living skills, stabilizes the health, increases knowledge about the HIV/AIDS virus and available community resources, and assists in the process of securing a permanent living situation for men in Jersey City living with HIV/AIDS.JOB DUTIES: The Assistant Program Director assists the Division Director in the supervision and daily operations of three programs and functions as the administrator in charge in the absence of the Division Director. The Assistant Program Director coordinates and integrates services within the specific program(s) for which he/she is responsible. The Assistant Program Director maintains accountability for professional standards within his or her area of supervision and implements policies and procedures for these areas. The Assistant Program Director delivers services within the scope of the service delivery area in order to improve client and program outcomes. The Assistant Program Director is charged with supervising program staff and overseeing the implementation of all daily program activities and services to ensure program outcomes. As services are provided in the shelters and in client homes, management of safety and security is also central to this position.REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a Master’s Degree 3 years of shelter management experience with the delivery and coordination of human services, including experience serving the homeless.To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume.Visit our website: CCANNJ.comCURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.AGENCY MISSION: In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.BENEFITS: Catholic Charities offers a competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status. Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.