PSB Program Director

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Street Beat (PSB) Program Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and expansion efforts for PSB’s mobile health services and community outreach programs. This role requires a visionary leader with deep knowledge of harm reduction, HIV prevention, and reproductive healthcare. The Program Director will manage multi-regional mobile health operations, lead a diverse team, and cultivate partnerships that align with Planned Parenthood’s mission of equitable healthcare access for vulnerable populations.

This is a full-time position based in New York City, with an oversight of services in Region 1 and Region 2:

Region 1: New York City + Nassau County

Region 2: Hudson Valley and Central New York

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (WEIGHTED & WITH DETAIL)

Program Leadership & Strategy (25%)

Provide visionary leadership to drive PSB’s programmatic growth, service quality, and strategic direction.

Establish annual program goals and develop long-term objectives in collaboration with the AVP.

Analyze community needs and program data to inform decisions on service offerings and expansion.

Ensure program services align with PPGNY’s mission, values, and healthcare quality standards

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Operational Management (30%)

Oversee day-to-day operations of PSB’s mobile health units and outreach teams, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices.

Direct logistics management, scheduling, staff assignments, and resource allocation to maximize service delivery.

Develop and monitor program budgets, ensuring fiscal accountability and sustainable growth.

Implement and enforce HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality protocols.

Staff Supervision & Development (15%)

Recruit, train, and supervise a multidisciplinary team including healthcare providers, navigators, and outreach workers.

Provide mentorship and support to foster a collaborative, high-performing work culture.

Conduct performance evaluations and set measurable goals for staff development and retention.

Encourage continuous improvement, integrating staff feedback to enhance program effectiveness.

Community Engagement & Partnerships (15%)

Build and maintain partnerships with local organizations, healthcare providers, and government agencies to strengthen PSB’s reach.

Represent PSB at community meetings, conferences, and events to increase visibility and advocacy.

Work with partners to develop tailored services addressing gaps in healthcare access, particularly in harm reduction, reproductive health, and HIV prevention.

Program Evaluation & Reporting (15%)

Track and report program metrics, including patient encounters, service utilization, and health outcomes.

Conduct regular evaluations to measure program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Prepare reports for funders, PPGNY leadership, and external stakeholders, highlighting accomplishments and challenges.

Ensure compliance with grant funding requirements and provide necessary documentation for applications and renewals.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Mission-Driven Leadership: Demonstrated commitment to health equity, bodily autonomy, and racial justice.

Strategic Visioning: Ability to align program goals with PPGNY’s broader mission and future growth.

Community-Centered Approach: Experience working with marginalized and at-risk populations.

Equity & Inclusion: Strong ability to build trust across cultural differences and create an inclusive work environment.

Operational Excellence: Proven ability to manage budgets, staff, logistics, and compliance within a public health program.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in budget management and data analysis.
• Expertise in HIPAA compliance, harm reduction strategies, and public health guidelines.

• Proven leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams and service delivery models.
• Knowledge of the needs of underserved populations, including substance use, HIV/AIDS, and reproductive healthcare.

• Stationary Position: The role requires the ability to stay stationary for 50% of the time.
• Move/Traverse: This role occasionally requires mobility to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Operate/Activate/Use: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Communicate/Detect/Converse with: The person in this position frequently communicates with colleagues and clients. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Move/Transport/Position: This role frequently involves moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across locations for various needs.
• ·Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• Community Engagement: This role requires frequent travel on a mobile health unit to various community locations. The person in this position must be able to drive, work on a mobile unit and engage with community members in different settings.
• Physical Activity: The role involves physical activity, including setting up and taking down mobile health unit equipment, and interacting with clients in various community environments

PPGNY's benefits package includes:

Generous PTO and holiday schedule

Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents

FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds

Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment

All positions at PPGNY require:

Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our brick-and-mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.

At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.

PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.