Job Summary:

JCCA is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven leader to serve as our next Director of LEAP – Community Services, overseeing a portfolio of Education, Career, and Youth Development programs. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker and passionate advocate committed to helping young people thrive academically, socially, and professionally.

The Director of LEAP will provide will ensure high-quality services, drive program growth, and strengthen coordination across JCCA’s divisions to create seamless, youth-centered support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day operations for LEAP programs across NYC.
• Oversee program design, implementation, evaluation, and quality assurance.
• Strengthen collaboration across education, career, and youth development services.
• Manage educational, vocational, Youth Development, and Fair Futures grants.
• Partner closely with Finance, Government Contracts, and Fund Development teams to support budgeting, compliance, and sustainability.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, employers, and community organizations to expand opportunities for youth.
• Represent JCCA at citywide meetings, forums, and collaborative initiatives.
• Oversee data collection, reporting, metrics, and CFTSS documentation.
• Supervise, coach, and support LEAP staff while promoting cross-training and team cohesion.
• Manage school admissions for youth in care and support school stability and academic success.
• Provide responsive support for urgent matters, including on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Public Administration, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum three (3) years of experience supervising staff and managing programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of NYC public education systems, including special education.
• Demonstrated ability to engage youth and collaborate with families, schools, and partner
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort working with data systems and metrics; experience with MyEvolv is a Plus

• Should demonstrate understanding of Medicaid CFTSS services, documentation, and compliance.

Salary Range: $85,000 – $92,000