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
About Anthony Mercedes
I am a New York City-based nonprofit and public health leader with over a decade of…
Experience
Senior Program Director
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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