Senior Manager Southwest Safehouse

Volunteers of America Colorado•Durango, CO

4d•$65,062•Onsite

About The Position

The Southwest Safehouse Senior Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Safehouse and the supervision of staff and volunteers; responsible for the coordination of all program services to clients; responsible for community relations; develops and monitors annual budget in conjunction with the Senior Director; prepares grant requests and reports for funding agencies as required; performs a variety of administrative duties in conjunction with the Senior Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a human service-related area or equivalent experience.
Minimum two years direct experience working with vulnerable populations.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Windows environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills
Strong organization and problem-solving skills
Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license and state-mandated automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one year experience in volunteer recruitment and coordination preferred.
Direct experience working with domestic violence survivors or relevant populations preferred.
Experience in management and supervision preferred.
Experience in non-profit budget and grant management preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures that the participant’s voice plays an integral role in programming strategies and implementation.
Develops, implements and monitors program operations and daily activities of the Southwest Safehouse.
Evaluates overall program effectiveness and ensures that the program guidelines are met.
Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises staff and student interns. Performs all scheduling functions for staff and volunteers, ensuring adequate coverage for the program at all times.
Supervises the provision of case management services for Safehouse residents, ensuring adequate information and referral resources.
Fosters and maintains meaningful communication among all program personnel, volunteers, and residents; clarifies concepts and goals of the program to residents, volunteers and staff.
Coordinates services of other community agencies to respond to the needs of and benefit the residents of the Safehouse.
Seeks out and develops fund raising opportunities, including grant writing, special events and donor solicitation.
Performs duties in a professional manner adhering to the Social Work Code of Ethics.
Develops, implements and monitors goal planning for the Extended Stay Program Safehouse residents, in conjunction with counseling staff
Develops program budget in conjunction with Senior Director and oversees control of expenditures.
Serves as acting Southwest Colorado Supervisor when the Senior Director is not available.
Monitors the volunteer program to include recruitment, training, and the supervision of volunteers, either directly or through a coordinator. Keeps supervisor and counseling staff informed regarding volunteer issues.
Coordinates networking and acts as a community liaison for the project, maintaining cooperative working relations. Serves on boards, councils, and attends meetings and community functions relative to the program.
Ensures staff provide service through a trauma-informed care practice.
Performs a variety of administrative duties in conjunction with the Division Director.
Performs other duties as assigned.