Shelter Director

The Salvation Army • Elmira, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Shelter Director to join our Elmira Safe House Team. This full-time opportunity involves overseeing all aspects of the Safehouse Program, which provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence. The Director of Safehouse is directly responsible to the Commanding Officer of The Salvation Army, Elmira.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with three to five years of related experience.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibit excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Supervisory skills a must.
• Valid Driver’s license that meets The Salvation Army insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general operation of the Safehouse shelter and program assuring that all aspects of the program are fulfilled and the program is in regulatory status.
• Supervise staff and volunteers; evaluate performance and recommend hiring and termination of staff members; maintain schedules for 24-hours coverage; keep employee files up to date.
• Oversee the provision of comprehensive victim services including assisting victims with setting and accomplishing short and long term goals, counseling, follow-up contact, personal advocacy services, criminal justice support and accompaniment, crisis hotline counseling, providing information and referrals, facilitating weekly support groups, and assisting with the filing of NYS Crime Victim Board compensation claims.
• Prepare and maintain reports, records, and fulfilling the mandated NYS requirement of reporting suspected child abuse.
• Represent and promote The Salvation Army, Safehouse at community presentations.
• Assist with budget preparation and review for the program to ensure the projected budget is met.
• Accept any other duties as assigned by the Corps Officer.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to business needs.

Benefits

• Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time, and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Comprehensive Health Care Coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles
• Company Paid Basic Term Life Insurance for Employee
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
• Christmas Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager