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Urban Resource Institute Promotes Siobhan King to
Senior Director of Homeless Families Programs
New York, NY (May 15, 2024) – Urban Resource Institute (URI), a leader in providing critical services and support to individuals and families affected by homelessness and survivors of domestic violence, is delighted to announce the promotion of Siobhan King to Senior Director of Homeless Families Program. Since joining URI in 2016 as a Case Manager, Siobhan has consistently demonstrated exemplary dedication and leadership, significantly impacting our mission to end homelessness.
In her new role, Siobhan will lead the strategic and operational management of URI’s homeless families shelters in Brooklyn and Manhattan, ensuring the delivery of quality services that align with the best practices in the field. She will maintain and enhance collaborative relationships with both public and private sector partners, and lead the development and implementation of innovative program designs that include group activities and comprehensive support for homeless families.
“Siobhan’s deep commitment and innovative approach to leadership have been instrumental in evolving our services to meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve,” says Angela Thompson, Vice President of Homeless Families Programs at Urban Resource Institute. “Her extensive experience and compassionate leadership style are invaluable assets to our team. We are confident in her ability to further our mission and enhance the lives of countless families.”
Siobhan will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, maximizing bed utilization, and maintaining high standards of safety and security across all managed facilities. Her role includes the direct supervision and development of program staff, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and high performance.
Previously, Siobhan has made significant contributions as Director to the Pacific Place Homeless Family Shelter and has been a pivotal part of our leadership team across the Homeless Families Division. Her proactive and empathetic approach to program management and client services has led to measurable improvements in service delivery and client outcomes.
Siobhan’s unwavering dedication to social service and her visionary leadership continue to inspire her team and make a profound impact on the community. Urban Resource Institute looks forward to Siobhan’s continued leadership and innovation in her new role as Senior Director of Homeless Families Program, driving forward our commitment to empower individuals and families to live safely and independently.
About Urban Resource Institute:
Urban Resource Institute (URI) is a pioneering organization that transforms the lives of domestic violence survivors and homeless families by empowering individuals, families, and communities to break free from cycles of domestic violence, homelessness, poverty, and trauma. As the largest provider of domestic violence shelter services in the U.S. and a leading advocate for homeless services, URI impacts over 40,000 individuals annually through prevention, intervention, education, and direct services in both residential and non-residential settings in New York. URI is recognized as a thought-leader with influence across the U.S. and beyond. For more information, visit www.urinyc.org or follow on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
For immediate assistance, please call NYC’s 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-621-HOPE or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.
