Oversee the overall programmatic aspects of the assigned Congregate Site and Scattered Site shelter units within the Family Emergency Services division; ensure program operates in accordance with its mission to provide safe shelter, housing search, case management, and stabilization services.
Manage the operational and fiscal activities of the program/department to include: staffing levels, budgets, and financial goals.
Recruit, supervise, develop and evaluate staff by providing timely mentoring, training and performance management.
Complete required paperwork in accordance with company policy. Oversee scheduling, coverage, case management and housing search services provided by the program.
Create a climate in which all residents are empowered, respected and treated with dignity. Coordinate smooth, timely transitions of families into shelter.
Prepare all required reports, grants, etc. and attend agency, regional and Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) meetings.
Attend regular FES meetings and participate in scheduled trainings. Coordinate and lead case conferences, as needed.
Develop beneficial working relationships with local churches, social service agencies and business leaders.
Monitor property condition, report maintenance needs and coordinate needed repairs with Facilities Maintenance Coordinator to ensure appropriate upkeep of building.
Ensure timely, accurate data entry into Efforts to Outcome (ETO) and maintenance of client records in accordance with DHCD regulations.
Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements, as well as, SMOC policies & procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Supervisory experience managing multiple people of at least 3 years.
Sensitivity to low-income families of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work independently.
Flexibility in schedule.
Valid Driver's license, reliable vehicle and evidence of insurability.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required.