FYPS Program Director

Job Title: FYPS Program Director

Who We Are:

Community Counseling & Mediation (CCM) is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit organization

dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and comprehensive mental health, educational, and

supportive housing services to underserved populations across Brooklyn and Manhattan.

Established in 1982, CCM reaches over 25,000 individuals annually, supporting community

well-being and empowerment through innovative programs that address complex social

challenges.

Program Overview:

The FYPS (Family and Youth Peer Support) Program provides services to parents, caregivers,

and youth experiencing social, emotional, developmental, behavioral, and/or substance use

challenges. Through collaboration with a network of community-based organizations, FYPS

offers a range of resources, including peer-led counseling, skill-building workshops, and

community connections, to empower families and youth. The program emphasizes the

development of advocacy skills, resilience, and wellness in a supportive environment, with

services tailored to culturally diverse and high-priority communities throughout New York City.

Position Overview:

The FYPS Program Director is responsible for the strategic leadership and daily management of

the FYPS program, ensuring that family and youth peer support services meet the highest

standards of care, compliance, and effectiveness. This role involves overseeing a network of

providers and advocates, managing program operations, fostering community partnerships, and

ensuring alignment with the goals of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).

The Program Director will supervise program staff, including Family Peer Advocates (FPAs) and

Youth Peer Advocates (YPAs), while implementing quality improvement initiatives, coordinating

community outreach, and tracking program outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

● Program Leadership: Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of the FYPS

program, ensuring compliance with DOHMH guidelines and program goals. Coordinate

the activities of multiple service providers within the Alliance.

● Staff Supervision & Development: Lead and supervise a team, including FPAs, YPAs,

and Program Supervisors. Ensure staff meet training requirements and credentialing

standards, providing guidance and support for professional development.

● Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all program activities adhere to FYPS model

standards, including engagement, bridging support, and community connection services.

Monitor data entries into the MAVEN system for accuracy, completeness, and

timeliness.

● Community Engagement & Partnerships: Establish and maintain relationships with

community organizations, schools, and local stakeholders to enhance service delivery

and expand program reach. Organize quarterly community events focused on mental

health awareness and advocacy.

● Client Services Oversight: Ensure services are responsive to the diverse needs of

families and youth. Monitor support provided in areas such as advocacy, benefits

assistance, health navigation, and mental health services.

● Program Evaluation & Reporting: Implement program assessment tools and monitor

program outcomes. Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required by

DOHMH, including performance metrics and quality improvement plans.

● Budget & Resource Management: Oversee program budgets, ensuring efficient use of

resources, adherence to fiscal guidelines, and alignment with contract terms.

Collaborate with subcontractors to monitor budget allocations for training, travel, and

program enhancements.

● Community & Organizational Commitment: Promote the program within CCM and

partner agencies as an integral component of the organization. Support efforts to

advance racial and gender equity within service delivery.

Minimum Qualifications:

● Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a

related field

● Must be an active LMSW or LCSW in the State of NY

● 5+ years of experience in social services or a related field, with a focus on family and

youth services or workforce development.

● 3+ years of program management and supervisory experience, including budgeting,

reporting, and compliance with government contracts.

● Familiarity with child-serving systems, family peer support, and DOHMH guidelines.

● Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

● Experience working in a community-based nonprofit organization, with knowledge of

mental health services and peer support models.

● Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $ 90,000 - $92,000 per year

● Dental insurance

● Health insurance

● Paid time off

● Vision insurance

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Pay: $90,000.00 - $92,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you hold a master’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field? If so, what is your degree and area of study?
• Do you currently hold an active LMSW or LCSW license in New York State?
• Do you have 3+ years of program management and supervisory experience, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance with government contracts?
• Do you have 5+ years of experience in social services or a related field, with a focus on family and youth services or workforce development?

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person