EVNSC Program Director

Salvation Army Careers•Everett, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Within Everett Social Services, the Program Director administers and provides operational oversight to the Everett New Start Center (EVNSC) and Emergency Hotel Shelter Program under the supervision of the Corps Officer. The Program Director coordinates operations of component departments through active interaction with program supervisors, monitors, and managers. The Program Director analyzes contract content and compliance - overseas - and participates in all grant and contract submissions. The Program Director analyses training needs and promotes and coordinates training and development programs to improve individual and organizational performance. Under the supervision of the Corps Officer, the Program Director is responsible for managing the operational program budget in close coordination with the positions supervised. Additionally, the Program Director will seek opportunities for funding development, communicate with existing and potential donors, host program tours, and make funding presentations in coordination with the Everett Corps Officer and its fundraising department.

Requirements

Minimum bachelor’s degree in business management, human services, organizational leadership, or comparable degree.
Minimum of three years of experience in three or more of the following fields: human services, office management, staff supervision, operational finance management, crisis management, case management
Three years’ experience with transitional or supportive housing,
Experience in grant writing and budget preparation,
Current CPR and First Aid certification
Trained in the application of Coordinated Entry processes (CEA)
Trained in Mental Health First Aid
Trained in opioid overdose
Expert in city homeless prevention and education goals and objectives
Excellent telephone skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under
Ability to work with a diverse range of individuals including cultural competency awareness.
Customer service mindset
General accounting or bookkeeping knowledge
Strong analytical and research skills
Proficient typing skills (60 words per minute)
General knowledge of business protocols
Ability and willingness to keep information
Strong knowledge of community-based services
Possesses a valid State of Washington driver’s license and the ability to pass The Salvation Army’s driving requirements, including being 21 years of age.
Ability to pass the Salvation Army criminal background check and reference check
Ability to successfully complete The Salvation Army’s child safety training and willingness to understand and fully comply with mandatory reporting requirements and laws pertaining to vulnerable adults and children.
Documentation of the current tuberculosis test upon start of work
Completion of communicable disease training; completion of Bloodborne Pathogen training within 90 days of employment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of Lotus Notes
Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Responsibilities

Support and maintain the mission of The Salvation Army by identifying societal and community needs in coordination with the directives of Corps leadership.
Advocate the agency’s philosophy both internally and externally.
Develop program goals and objectives with consultation from commanding officers.
Maintain and create department logs, statistics, related data, contact information, and other types of physical or digital files as needed.
Work in close coordination with the Corps Officer to determine internal organizational structures and staffing requirements.
Maintain proactive relationships with other services organizations.
Initiate and participate in grant-writing, including the submitting of grants and contract proposals.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of emergency resources and network organizations associated with the goals of the EVNSC and the Everett Emergency Hotel Shelter Program.
Monitor, evaluate, and facilitate changes in operational and administrative programs to ensure compliance with policy and contractual/regulatory requirements.
Work in close coordination with the Corps Officer on the preparation, implementation, monitoring, and grant management of the program’s budget.
Analyze monthly financial statements of program activities.
Oversee the hiring of permanent, temporary, and on-call staff.
Provide direct supervision and training for assigned staff.
Responsible for ensuring that Salvation Army employment policies are followed, including regular performance assessment and communication, supervision, leadership, and development.
Ensure that Salvation Army safety policies are followed and that appropriate safety training is provided.
Attend and participate in all staff and manager meetings.
Provide policy and procedure guidance to subordinate staff.
Supervises staff providing primary case management services to clients.
Provide supportive care to residents experiencing personal crisis as needed.
Respond to emergency situations and make decisions within policy guidelines, as necessary.
Provide crisis intervention and institute security procedures should a critical or threatening situation arise.
Monitor, evaluate, and record training activities and program effectiveness.
Oversee discharges in close supervision and coordination with staff.
Ensure regular practice of public health safety protocols.
Provide advocacy for housing, public assistance, and other services as Cultivate and maintain network resources.
Attend public meetings as directed.
Supervise assigned social services employees including supervisors, case workers, and support staff.
Ensure training is in partnership with other Divisional Departments, such as Development and Human Resources.
Responsible for adhering to Salvation Army policies regarding employee leadership, management, and development, including areas of performance management, safety, time, attendance, and training.
Ensure that all employees follow the elements of the Salvation Army and Northwest Division’s safety and emergency response policies.
Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of facilities.
Prepare general correspondence and other administrative functions as needed or requested.
Perform other job-related duties, as assigned.

Benefits

paid holidays
vacation time
sick time
medical, vision, and dental insurance
Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost.
Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.
Life and Voluntary Options: An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.
Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.
Parental Leave : The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.
Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months’ service time.
Paid Vacation: Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions. Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions. Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months’ service time.
Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year