Administrative Director (62935)
About The Position
Adams and Associates is looking for an Administrative Director to lead the day-to-day operations of a 42-bed emergency shelter and related programs at Kids Kottage. This role involves making a meaningful difference in the lives of children who have experienced neglect, abandonment, abuse, or other difficult circumstances. Kids Kottage provides emergency shelter management services for the Washoe County Human Services Agency, serving youth from infancy through age 18, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The goal is to provide children with a safe, nurturing, dependable environment during challenging times, utilizing compassionate care, structured routines, and trauma-informed practices. Staff receive comprehensive training on operational policies and procedures, including First Aid and CPR, Infectious Disease Control, Child Development, Infant Care, Adolescent Behavior, Age-Appropriate Discipline, Child Abuse and Neglect Dynamics and Reporting Requirements, Caring for LGBTQ+ Youth, and the Effects of Childhood Trauma.
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Minimum of five years’ high-level administrative experience.
- At least three of those years must have been in a management capacity.
- Staff must gain their clearance as a Direct Care Staff Member (DCSM). This includes TB test, drug test (including Marijuana), background investigation, fingerprints, reference check, required training (up to 20 hours) and required immunizations.
- All staff members must be willing and able to complete restraint certification.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in youth residential programs.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee Kottage programs, activities, and staff.
- Directly supervise Program Directors and the Administrative Coordinator.
- Support a positive, caring, and accountable workplace culture.
- Ensure compliance with Washoe County directives and State of Nevada child care regulations.
- Interpret and implement organizational policies and procedures.
- Monitor financial practices and promote cost-effective operations.
- Interview, recommend, schedule, and supervise Kottage employees.
- Foster strong relationships with community partners and agencies.
- Provide tours and presentations and assist with media contact as directed.
- Maintain communication with Washoe County Human Services Agency staff regarding operations and contract compliance.
- Establish and maintain effective health and safety policies.
- Ensure staff meet required health and background investigation standards.
- Maintain accurate personnel, enrollment, attendance, and program records.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
