Program Director - Melrose at Jericho Project

Compensation

$85,000 – $90,000/yr

Location: New York, New York
Type: Full-time
Level: lead/mgmt
Posted: Aug 17, 2026

Description

Jericho Project is hiring a Program Director for the JAMS at Melrose Supportive Housing program in the Bronx. The role oversees daily site operations, staff supervision, quality assurance, case management data, budgets, recruitment, intake, community resources, tenant support, crisis intervention, and reporting. The position pays $85,000 to $90,000 annually and requires a master’s degree in a childhood-related or human-services field, at least two years of experience with individuals with severe mental health diagnoses and children with development needs, and familiarity with the homeless population.

Required Skills

Quality assurance
Program management
Case management
Staff supervision
Harm reduction
Motivational interviewing
Case management software

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Master’s degree in a childhood-related field, such as psychology, child development, social work, or human services.
Required Previous Experiences: At least two years of experience working with individuals with severe mental health diagnoses.
At least two years of experience working with children with development needs.
Experience or understanding working with the homeless population.
Preferred Qualifications: Supervisory or management experience.
Familiarity with the Harm Reduction Model, Housing First Approach, and Motivational Interviewing.
Bilingual Spanish/English.
Translation Company Name: Jericho Project