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Assistant Program Director


Job Location:

The Bronx, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 4 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 1 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Assistant Program Director supervises professional and paraprofessional staff to ensure a high level of performance in their work with assigned clients.  This position will report to the Program Director. 

HYBRID SCHEDULE: Sunday - Thursday (Sundays will be an onsite day)

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assistant Program Director in supervising staff and program activities  
  • Work closely with clinic Doctors Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Practice Manager 
  • Assist with planning and conducting in-service training for staff 
  • Review case records to ensure that they meet regulatory requirements  
  • Review clinical and administrative reports with staff ensuring compliance with agency policies.  
  • Provide individual and group supervision to clinicians as assigned by the Program Director.  
  • Evaluate the quality of individual workers and help to improve the performance of workers 
  • Prepare written evaluations Corrective Action Plans and disciplinary actions as required 
  • Crucial member on a clinical team collaborating with doctors clinical supervisors and therapists to discuss clinical challenges and to determine future treatment plan. 
  • Maintain and review program policies and procedures ensuring they are up to date and followed by clinical staff.  
  • Provide crisis intervention and assist with client needs as necessary 
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.  

Qualifications :

  • Masters Degree from an accredited school in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling 
  • Must be licensed by the state of New York in his/her professional discipline 
  • SIFI certification and experience supervising Interns is a plus 
  • 4 or more years of post-graduate experience as a supervisor in a mental health facility 
  • Able to be on-call during off-hours and weekends by cell phone; available for consultation on an as-needed basis 
  • Outstanding engagement interpersonal communication skills and able to work collaboratively with other disciplines including clinical and clerical staff 
  • Excellent leadership and management skills  
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task  
  • Strong demonstration of professionalism 
  • Takes initiative prioritizes and adjusts to change well 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills that are timely and effective 
  • Exceptional customer service skills 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and Teams.  
  • Able to work well in a fast-paced environment 
  • Maintains a positive attitude and is friendly upbeat and has a great can do personality 
  • Passionate about NYPCCs mission and values 

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Salary: $135000 - $140000/year

Compensation will commensurate with experience and qualifications.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


About Company

Celebrating 50 years of excellence, New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) has been at the forefront of mental health and wellness; assisting children, families, and individuals with behavioral and emotional challenges at our five locations throughout the city.  NYPCC is ... View more

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