Senior Manager of Women's Long-Term Program

Light Of Life Rescue Mission•Pittsburgh, PA

40d•$63,000 - $68,000•Onsite

About The Position

Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area for over 70 years. We currently seek a Senior Manager of Women's Long-Term Program that will lead a team of staff members and volunteers to serve Light of Life's female guests and their children. This leader oversees all existing Women & Children's programs, keeping them equipped and at capacity. The position reports to the Director of Programs. The ideal person for this job is a mature Christian, committed to excellence, and effective in collaborating. We seek approachable leaders who support their teams as empathetic relationship builders. This role is likely appealing to those who exhibit the attributes of a servant leader and gain satisfaction from assisting the restoration among their neighbors.

Requirements

Discern drug and alcohol issues in others
Ability to teach others about addiction prevention and recovery
Strategic and extemporaneous decision-making
Conflict resolution and peacemaking
Effective listening and edifying communication skills
Connecting with others and making conversations safe
Time management
Self-evaluating
Bachelor's degree in the Social Service/Human Service field
5 years related experience
Knowledge of controlled substances, addiction, mental illness, homelessness, and poverty issues.

Nice To Haves

Three 3+ years previous supervision experience recommended.
12-Step recovery knowledge strongly desired.
Expertise on clinical settings and treatment for clients who are dual diagnosed.
HMIS experience and knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads Women and Children's program staff as a cohesive team while continuing to create a healthy work culture.
Creates synergy across the key elements of W&C programming: emergency shelter, addiction recovery, life skills and long-term residential services.
Partner with community partners, public agencies, and service providers to build and sustain a strong network of referral services.
Support the Development Group by providing expertise and stories of transformation to advance Light of Life's Mission.
Foster impactful church and volunteer engagement.
Actively collaborate with Light of Life's men's programming and social enterprises.
Walk alongside clients and co-workers as a disciple of Christ, sharing the Gospel through actions and words.
Establish mutual trust while supporting a safe, authentic environment.
Exhibit love for Jesus Christ, the staff, and the clients.
Help guests make choices that are justifiably in their eternal best interest.
Practice stewardship of all resources.
Model personal responsibility, accountability, timely reporting, and a growth-oriented lifestyle.