Anthony Mercedes

Committee Member, New York State Office of Mental Health: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

Role
Senior Program Director at Lantern Community Services
Location
Bronx, NY, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Anthony Mercedes

I am a New York City-based nonprofit and public health leader with over a decade of…

Experience

  1. Senior Program Director

    Lantern Community Services

    Nov 2023 — Present · Bronx, NY, US

    Currently overseeing two supportive housing programs in the Bronx, serving populations impacted by chronic illnesses, mental health challenges, substance use histories, and prior homelessness. Duties include team management, encompassing recruitment, training, and development, with a focus on accountability and regulatory compliance. The position involves meticulous maintenance of comprehensive case records, program development, supervision, and case management, client screening, orientation support, and fostering housing stability through budgeting assistance are integral aspects. Incident management, data analysis, and community partnerships are also part of the responsibilities. Monthly reports to senior management serve as a means to track progress. Leadership, organizational acumen, and strong managerial skills are vital in ensuring the programs run efficiently, staff are well-equipped, and the served populations receive the essential support for housing stability and improved well-being.

Education

  • New York University

    Post Master's Certificate Program

    2019 — 2020

  • City University of New York-Herbert H. Lehman College

    Master of Arts - MA

    2017 — 2018

  • Hunter College

    Master of Social Work - MSW

  • State University of New York College at Fredonia

    Bachelor’s Degree

    2011 — 2015

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