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BRC: Helping People to Reclaim Lives Lost.

BRC is a leading provider of housing and services to thousands of New York City’s neediest individuals. Offering a hand up, not a hand out, BRC asks one simple question: What can we do for you? BRC sees the potential in each individual it serves, and provides each the opportunity to find it. Whatever our clients may seek, BRC has it, 24/7/365: outreach to homeless people living in public spaces, drug treatment, mental health care, comprehensive medical services, vocational services, and supportive communities in which to live. More than 4,700 times in 2008, an individual in need said yes to BRC and walked through our doors; and over 2,600 times, a BRC client successfully graduated, and moved forward to reclaim their life. BRC succeeds by building trust with the people it serves; listening, and then acting, providing housing – both temporary and permanent – to over 1,100 individuals daily, and services through 25 programs located throughout New York City. Building trust takes time, and a compassionate, dedicated staff of over 450 employees and 300 volunteers that persevere 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year, never giving up. And neither do our fellow New Yorkers, who called the BRC Homeless Helpline nearly 2,000 times last year.

To learn more about BRC, visit the website: www.brc.org

Lexington Women’s Residence
Brooklyn, NY

Program Description: This 101-bed women’s shelter in Brooklyn serves a population suffering from multiple issues including mental illness, substance abuse and serious medical problems. The program offers the full range of case management services as well as on-site psychiatric and medical care. It also incorporates a workforce development component for women who can benefit from this service. The Lexington Women’s Residence is funded by the NYC Department of Homeless Services.

Position Available

Position: Program Director

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
24/7 operational responsibility

Duties/Responsibilities: Responsible for overall administration of a 24hr, 7 day a week, 365 day a year shelter for homeless women. Oversee all aspects of the operation related to budget, program design and outcomes, quality of services, staffing, scheduling, and liaison with funding sources, subcontractors and referral sources. Primary contact with DHS on all matters of accountability including reports and quality assurance. Related duties as assigned.

MSW, BA required or equivalent professional degree preferred. At least 3 years experience in management of residential facilities and administration of programs serving individuals who are homeless, mentally ill and/or substance abusing. Competency in Microsoft software. Good communication skills.

TO APPLY:

If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to careers@brc.org with "Program Director" in the subject line.