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Clubhouse Director (Lower East Side)
New York Disaster Interfaith Services (NYDIS), a 501(c)(3) non-profit faith-based federation of faith communities, human services providers and charitable organizations who work in partnership to provide disaster readiness, response, and recovery services to New York City. Our affiliate, the NYC Emergency Shelter Network (ESN) coordinates and builds the capacity of congregation-based street homeless and asylum seeker sheltering as well as advocacy and prevention services across all five boroughs.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic mental health and supportive services advocate and leader to serve as Clubhouse Director for our new 600-member adult clubhouse on Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Reporting to the Associate Executive Director, the Clubhouse Director will play a pivotal role in both Clubhouse administration and programming, ensuring its alignment with Clubhouse International Standards and our NYC DOHMH Contract.
Responsibilities
• Direct all day-to-day operations, programming, outreach, and facilities management, ensuring a supportive environment for members and staff.
• Serve as the primary contact and laison between the Clubhouse and the landlord, on behalf of NYDIS
• Liaise with Executive Staff to align the clubhouse program with NYDIS’ overall strategic vision and priorities.
• Provide strategic leadership for the clubhouse program, including the recruitment, hiring, supervision, performance evaluation, and professional development of 15-20 staff.
• Manage a $3M annual operating budget and provide fiscal oversight.
• Collaborate to ensure programmatic alignment with other direct service programs impacting membership.
• Collaborate with the Deputy Director to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards.
• Foster a commitment to Social Practice within the clubhouse community.
• Ensure that all programs operate consistently and ethically within the mission, emphasizing model fidelity.
• Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of all programs and implement continuous improvement.
• Promote the Clubhouse model and Social Practice to establish collaborative partnerships with community stakeholders.
• Represent NYDIS’ clubhouse program, promoting the model of Social Practice internally and to external agencies, partners, and funders.
• Represent NYDIS’ Clubhouse at Clubhouse International, clubhouse networks, organizations, and forums.
Qualifications include:
• Commitment to the mission and values of NYDIS
• Commitment to DEIB and documented proficiency in Asian & Latino cultural competency
• Bachelor’s Degree required – advanced degree in a relevant field preferred
• Significant experience in mental health related program management and administration preferred
• Knowledge of relevant best practices, regulations and compliance standards required
• Experience or familiarity with Clubhouse International standards preferred
• Strong executive and direct services leadership and interpersonal skills required
• Exceptional public speaking as well as writing/reporting skills
• Proven ability in budget management and fundraising required
• Computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook and Slack).
• Flexibility in terms of schedule.
• Bilingual required (Cantonese, Mandarin, Taishanese or Spanish preferred)
Salary range, $100,000 to $125,000, commensurate with education & experience – with excellent benefits.
No Phone Calls: Send Cover Letter, Resume & 3 Professional References to jobs@nydis.org
All qualified candidates should apply; candidates from ethnic and religious minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. NYDIS does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of age, color, creed, culture, gender, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or race.
Deputy Clubhouse Director (Lower East Side)
New York Disaster Interfaith Services (NYDIS), a 501(c)(3) non-profit faith-based federation of faith communities, human services providers and charitable organizations who work in partnership to provide disaster readiness, response, and recovery services to New York City. Our affiliate, the NYC Emergency Shelter Network (ESN) coordinates and builds the capacity of congregation-based street homeless emergency shelter services and advocacy across 50 shelters in all five boroughs and is now expanding its programming to Asylum-Seeker shelters.
Reporting to the Clubhouse Director, the Deputy Clubhouse Director plays a pivotal role responsible for supporting the seamless operations of Clubhouse services under the guidance of the Clubhouse Program Director located in the Lower East Side. This position requires collaboration with clubhouse staff and members to ensure the efficient functioning of the daily activities and demands. The Deputy Clubhouse Program Director plays a key role in supervising program staff, facilitating employment support, and promoting the Clubhouse philosophy.
Key Responsibilities
• Ensure the effective equity-based involvement of activities by both staff and members.
• Ensure the development and promotion of employment/education opportunities in the community
• Actively engage in the daily operation of the work order day in the unit.
• Implement and ensure the practice and standard for Clubhouse International accreditation
• Assist in the hiring, orientation, and training of new staff, practicum students, and volunteers
• Contribute to sound fiscal management, compliance and quality with contractual requirements.
• Support unit staff and team leaders in facilitating clubhouse units
• Support members in reaching employment goals, including resume development, interview preparation, and job searches.
• Manage Transitional Employment placements, including relationships with employers.
• Build relationships with community partners to enhance visibility and opportunities for Clubhouse members
• Represent the Clubhouse at events and conferences, presenting as needed
• Develop and/or assist in the development of reports with Director.
Qualifications
• Commitment to the mission and values of NYDIS
• Commitment to DEIB and documented proficiency in Asian & Latino cultural competency
• Bachelor’s Degree required – advanced degree in a relevant field preferred
• Significant experience in mental health related program management and administration preferred
• Knowledge of relevant best practices, regulations and compliance standards required
• Experience or familiarity with Clubhouse International standards preferred
• Strong executive and direct services leadership and interpersonal skills required
• Exceptional public speaking as well as writing/reporting skills
• Proven ability in budget management and fundraising required
• Computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook).
• Flexibility in terms of schedule.
• Bilingual required (Cantonese, Mandarin, Taishanese or Spanish preferred)
Salary range, $80,000 to $95,000, commensurate with education & experience – with excellent benefits.
No Phone Calls: Send Cover Letter, Resume & 3 Professional References to jobs@nydis.org
All qualified candidates should apply; candidates from ethnic and religious minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. NYDIS does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of age, color, creed, culture, gender, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or race.
Human Resources Manager
New York Disaster Interfaith Services (NYDIS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit faith-based federation of faith communities, human services providers and charitable organizations who work in partnership to provide disaster readiness, response, and recovery services to New York City. NYDIS’ affiliate, the NYC Emergency Shelter Network (ESN) coordinates and builds the capacity of congregation-based street homeless shelter services and advocacy as well as Asylum-Seeker shelters and service centers along with homeless mitigation initiatives. NYDIS currently has a $40M annual operating budget and up to 75 employees.
Reporting to the Executive Director & CEO, the Human Resources (HR) Manager will play a pivotal role in the development and oversight of all HR functions for NYDIS and our affiliate, the Emergency Shelter Network. The position requires a strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset to create and/or manage existing HR processes while fostering a positive work culture and aligning HR strategies with NYDIS’ pending strategic planning process. The HR Manager must enjoy working within a small, multi-faith and DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) centric environment that is mission- and results-driven with a focus on community. The ideal candidate will have experience and expert knowledge of current best practices in HR policies and procedures, excellent communication skills, written and verbal, ability to work independently and the ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
HR Administration & Support
• Assist in the execution of existing or development and implementation of new HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Stay informed of changes in labor laws and ensure organizational compliance.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR policies with organizational objectives.
• Participate in the development and execution of NYDIS pending 2024 strategic planning process.
• Provide administrative support for HR functions, including maintaining employee records, managing documentation, and handling routine human resources paperwork. (NYDIS currently uses Bamboo).
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
• Assist in the full recruitment lifecycle, from the development of the job descriptions, posting of job openings, screening of resumes, and coordination of interviews and background checks/references checks.
• Work closely with directors and managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies to target the diverse populations served by NYDIS and ESN administrative staff and programs.
Onboarding & Offboarding
• Coordinate and facilitate the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a smooth integration into the organization – including conducting all new staff orientations and developing training standards.
• Manage the offboarding process, conduct exit interviews and process necessary paperwork.
Performance Management
• Oversee the performance management process, including goal setting, feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Provide guidance and support to directors and managers on performance-related matters.
• Implement an HRIS system to maintain employee records.
Employee Relations
• Address employee relations matters, providing guidance and support to employees and supervisors.
• Contribute to fostering a fun, positive and grateful workplace culture with employee engagement initiatives.
Compensation & Benefits
• Administer with CFO employee benefit programs and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide information and support to employees regarding benefits.
• Conduct periodic reviews of salary structures, ensuring competitiveness in the marketplace.
Qualifications:
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3-5 years of nonprofit HR experience
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• An innate commitment to DEIB and a practitioner of religious literacy and competency.
• Tech savvy – with expert proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite – especially Excel and Outlook
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse religious and secular stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Proven ability to navigate complex interpersonal relationships, promote positive staff morale and culture.
• Must demonstrate sound judgment and discretion, ability to manage confidential information.
• Must be able to work well under pressure while multi-tasking.
• Impeccable attention to detail.
Salary range, $80,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience – with excellent benefits.
No Phone Calls: Send a Cover Letter, Resume & 3 Professional References to jobs@nydis.org
All qualified candidates should apply; candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. NYDIS does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of age, color, creed, culture, gender, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or race.
Senior Accountant
New York Disaster Interfaith Services, (NYDIS) is a 501(c)(3) faith-based federation of faith communities, human services providers, and charitable organizations that work in partnership to provide disaster readiness, response, and recovery services to New York City.
NYDIS is seeking a Staff Accountant, with immediate availability to work from our Midtown Manhattan office. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and working under limited supervision, the Staff Accountant is responsible for various activities including state and federal grant reporting and invoicing, allocating payroll, providing accounts payable and receivable support and tracking grants and donations, among other functions.
Duties include:
• Independently performing day-to-day finance/accounting functions of NYDIS, including scheduling vendor and contractor payments, payroll/benefits administration, month-end closing entries, and assisting with annual audit;
• Collaborate with program staff to track and invoice monthly contract deliverables on all contracts and grants;
• Coordinate with CFO to ensure monthly contract billing complies with contract stipulations;
• Reconcile invoices with contract payments and maintain program financial records;
• Perform general QuickBooks office accounting, including payment preparation, bank deposits and payments to vendors;
• Track program expenditures/allocations and produce regular budget updates and/or reports;
• Track grant distribution to clients in collaboration with program staff;
• Meet regularly with CFO and the executive staff to review allocations and program reviews;
• Complete bank reconciliations, credit card allocations, check request processing and account reviews;
• Other duties as assigned by senior staff.
Qualifications include:
• Experience working with nonprofits and/or religious institutions
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Positive energy and ability to work collaboratively with a small staff
• Experience in QuickBooks and/or other accounting software
• Experience supporting multiple large contracts simultaneously
• Experience reconciling balance sheet accounts, entering journal entries and month-end close
• Proficiency in grant and contract reporting backup documentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel with pivot table proficiency
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, in person, written and on the phone with internal and external clients
• All applicants will be given a federal background check and narcotics drug test prior to employment
• Any NYDIS staff who work in our office or directly with clients must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Education and/or Experience:
• Business or accounting degree and/or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of three years’ experience in accounting, specifically in nonprofit accounting.
Immediate Availability. Salary range, $80,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience – with excellent benefits.
All qualified candidates should apply – candidates from ethnic and religious minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. NYDIS does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of age, color, creed, culture, gender, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or race.
How to Apply:
Send Cover Letter, Resume & three Professional References to jobs@nydis.org. No phone calls.
Staff Accountant
New York Disaster Interfaith Services, (NYDIS) is a 501(c)(3) faith-based federation of faith communities, human services providers, and charitable organizations that work in partnership to provide disaster readiness, response, and recovery services to New York City.
NYDIS is seeking a Staff Accountant, with immediate availability to work from our Midtown Manhattan office. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and working under limited supervision, the Staff Accountant is responsible for various activities including state and federal grant reporting and invoicing, allocating payroll, assisting the accounts payable functions, and tracking grants and donations, among other functions.
Duties include:
• Independently performing day-to-day finance/accounting functions of NYDIS, including scheduling vendor and contractor payments, payroll/benefits administration, month-end closing entries, and assisting with annual audit;
• Process monthly Accounts Payable billing requests and maintenance of internal accounting software reports;
• Collaborate with program staff to track and invoice monthly contract deliverables on all contracts and grants;
• Coordinate with CFO to ensure monthly contract billing complies with contract stipulations;
• Reconcile invoices with contract payments and maintain program financial records;
• Perform general QuickBooks office accounting, including bank deposits and payments to vendors;
• Track program expenditures/allocations and produce regular budget updates and/or reports;
• Track grant distribution to clients in collaboration with program staff;
• Meet regularly with CFO and the executive staff to review allocations and program reviews;
• Complete bank reconciliations, credit card allocations, check request processing and account reviews;
• Other duties as assigned by senior staff.
Qualifications include:
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Positive energy and ability to work collaboratively with a small staff
• Experience working with nonprofits and/or religious institutions
• Experience in QuickBooks and/or other accounting software
• Experience supporting multiple large contracts simultaneously
• Experience reconciling balance sheet accounts, entering journal entries and month-end close
• Proficiency in grant and contract reporting backup documentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel with pivot table proficiency
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, in person, written and on the phone with internal and external clients
• All applicants will be given a federal background check and narcotics drug test prior to employment
• Any NYDIS staff who work in our office or directly with clients must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Education and/or experience:
• Business or accounting degree and/or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of three years’ experience in accounting, specifically in nonprofit accounting
Immediate Availability. Salary range, $60,000 to $70,000, commensurate with experience – with excellent benefits.
All qualified candidates should apply – candidates from ethnic and religious minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. NYDIS does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of age, color, creed, culture, gender, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or race.
How to Apply:
Send Cover Letter, Resume & three Professional References to jobs@nydis.org. No phone calls.
Shelter Operations Manager (Bi-Lingual), Asylum Seeker Shelter Services
New York Disaster Interfaith Services (NYDIS), a 501(c)(3) non-profit faith-based federation of faith communities, human services providers and charitable organizations who work in partnership to provide disaster readiness, response, and recovery services to New York City. Our affiliate, the NYC Emergency Shelter Network (ESN) coordinates and builds the capacity of congregation-based street homeless emergency shelter services and advocacy across 50 shelters in all five boroughs and is now expanding its programming to Asylum-Seeker shelters.
Reporting to the Managing Director for the NYC Asylum Seeker Shelter Services program, the Manager(s) are responsible for the vetting, training, oversight of daily operations and contract compliance or reporting for up to 10 asylee shelters and one asylee hospitality center. Managers will develop collaborative relationships with shelter staff and regularly assess the satisfaction and unmet needs of the asylee/migrant immigrant populations in each shelter.
Duties include:
• Collaborate with Shelter Outreach Coordinators to vet, credential, equip/supply, and conduct training for all shelter personnel in providing exceptional shelter support that is culturally competent for all guests.
• Coordinate with Managing Director and other Managers to develop all training and resources/tools in compliance with existing contracts.
• Working as a team of five managers, to provide seven day a week staff coverage for all guest placements. Flexible hours are required – with the need for 24/7 emergency availability rotating with team members.
• Visit each shelter site in your portfolio of 10 once a week – twice a month during hours of operation from 7PM to 7AM – as well as weekly inspections of the Hospitality Center.
• Interact regularly with Shelter Placement Manager(s) to monitor guest movement within the NYC HOST System, a secure virtual asylee bed management system, screen, track, allocate, monitor, and reassign or discharge asylee guests in our 950-bed program across 50 shelter sites – to always monitor and assure a minimum of 18 of the 19 beds are occupied at all shelter sites.
• Track all guest conduct violations, reportable incidents, and complaints.
• Working closely with the Contracts & Compliance Director to complete all necessary daily, weekly, and monthly reports and data collection.
• Coordinate with NYDIS’ Finance team on all shelter billing, invoicing and documentation needs of shelters.
Qualifications include:
• 1 – 2 years’ experience working with asylee, immigrant and/or homeless populations is required.
• A working knowledge of New York City, its neighborhoods and immigrant communities
• A working knowledge of New York City faith communities preferred.
• Exceptionally well organized and detail oriented.
• Verbal and written fluency in Spanish or West African languages preferred
• Experience in Microsoft Office, databases, internet & social media use.
Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
Salary range, $70,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience – with excellent benefits.
No Phone Calls: Send Cover Letter, Resume & 3 Professional References to jobs@nydis.org
All qualified candidates should apply – candidates from ethnic and religious minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. NYDIS does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of age, color, creed, culture, gender, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or race.