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Fairfax, VA - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 64 - 69

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Description

Title:Assistant Director of Programs

Level: Assistant Director

Department: Artemis House Region 1

Reports to: Division Director of Artemis House

Salary Range: $64K$69K

Location: Northern VA

FLSA Status: Exempt

***Allows Hybrid Schedule***

About Us:

Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County. Since the organizations inception we have adapted and grown to meet community needs all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 100 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic violence. In the last year our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2000 individuals half of which were children. Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Inclusivity Collaboration Accountability Respect and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.

About the Role:

The Assistant Director of Programs Is responsible for overseeing the service delivery team at Artemis Houses Region 1 County location in addition to providing case management services to a reduced caseload of shelter households. The Assistant Director of Programs directly supervises 2 Case Managers and a Housing Locator. Additionally the Assistant Director of Programs supports the Division Director in maintaining efficient safe operation of the 28bed shelter facility and ensuring client needs are met. The Assistant Director of Programs will collaborate with the Assistant Director of Operations to ensure consistent delivery of client services across the Artemis Region 1 team.



Requirements

How you will contribute:

  • Supervise the case management team composed of 2 Case Managers and a Housing Locator in the provision of traumainformed clientdriven approach in all facets of daily work (crisis calls completing safety plans court accompaniment etc.
  • Provide comprehensive case management services to a reduced caseload of shelter households
  • Oversee client services for Artemis House Region 1 and collaborate with Artemis House Region 3 staff to accept clients into the Region 1 shelter facility
  • Provide leadership direction and oversight for service delivery to program participants
  • Demonstrate an understanding of traumainformed services and the unique needs of clients experiencing domestic violence
  • Support staff in delivering complex case management for cases that demand higher level solutions
  • Ensure that services are implemented in accordance with agency philosophy best practice grant and contract requirements and all applicable federal state and local regulations
  • Meet with clients as needed to address any concerns/issues related to their stay and to provide a safe and comfortable environment
  • Conduct indepth intake to include safety planning and risk assessments for all clients entering Artemis House Region 1 (as a backup when Case Manager is unavailable)
  • Manage the overall input and accuracy of data stored in the domestic violence client tracking system (VADATA DVHD)
  • Conduct file and data reviews and ensure proper documentation of services provided to clients
  • Provide coaching and professional development to direct reports through regularly scheduled one on one meetings and evaluations
  • Verify and approve staff timesheets and leave requests
  • With Director of Artemis House Region I develop new program initiatives and recommendations based on program outcomes and needs
  • Collaborate with community partners and service providers to meet the needs of client population
  • Serve in an oncall capacity to help staff address crisis issues
  • In collaboration with the Division Director will support and play an active role in the hiring and onboarding process
  • Ensure compliance with all agency policies
  • Proficiently operate a personal computer fax printer copier and Microsoft Office products (email calendar drive etc..
  • Exemplify the Shelter House core values of (iCARE); Inclusivity Collaboration Accountability Respect and Empowerment
  • Perform other duties deemed necessary to support the program and agency

About You:

Required:

  • A bachelors degree in human services/ related field or commensurate experience
  • 3 years of experience working with victims of domestic violence and sexual .
  • 3 years of program and staff management
  • Strong public speaking and communication skills
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize competing priorities and make sound judgements
  • Valid Drivers License
  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends when needed

Preferred:

  • A masters degree in a social work strongly preferred.
  • Experience leading/ supporting programs serving homeless families and victims of domestic violence/ sexual violence
  • Experience leading/managing in a residential environment

Physical Requirements:

  • Annual TB Test is required
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods
  • Ability to lift items weighing 1020 pounds


Benefits

Benefits:

  • Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401K contributions with a 4 employer match
  • 13 Paid Holidays 2 Floating Holidays and the opportunity to take your Birthday Off
  • Two SemiAnnual Team Building Events

We recruit hire employ train promote and compensate individuals based on jobrelated qualifications and abilities. Shelter Houses is free from all forms of employment discrimination including harassment because of race color sex gender age religion or religious creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression genetic information physical or mental disability military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Shelter House also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process please email .

ADA Statement: Shelter House will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Any person in need of an accommodation should contact Human Resources directly for assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

**We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.**

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Shelter House is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. All employmentrelated decisions will be made and carried out without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry citizenship age (over 40 sex marital status pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability unrelated to the individuals ability to perform his or her job or any other legally protected status. Shelter House will also provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant and qualified employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job and to employees with respect to their observance of their religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Any job applicant or employee who would like or needs an accommodation may request an accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department.

Drug and AlcoholFree Workplace Policy:

DrugFree Workplace: Shelter House is committed to maintaining a drugfree workplace. Employment is contingent upon compliance with our DrugFree Workplace Policy which prohibits the unlawful manufacture sale distribution dispensation possession or use of controlled substances or in the workplace. Additionally all subcontracts and purchase orders over $10000 must include provisions ensuring a drugfree workplace.


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