Executive Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Twenty-one years of age or older
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Physical stamina and agility required to care for active children and youth
• Physical ability to use authorized techniques for management of aggressive behaviors
• Must pass all criminal history, child maltreatment and background checks
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening
• Valid driver’s license, proof of personal automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record required to drive shelter vehicle and/or for shelter business
• Basic knowledge with Microsoft Office and other database programs
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including but not limited to: computers, telephone systems, calculators, and copiers
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Flexibility, reliability, and self-motivation
• Ability demonstrate professionalism, interpersonal skills and strong communication

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children in crisis
• Experience exercising Trust Based Relational Intervention and Conscious Discipline
• Relevant college courses or college degree (e.g., Education, Social Work, Human Services, etc)

Responsibilities

• Actively supervises and interacts with residents at all times while documenting and communicating with Case Managers and Team Leaders concerns and feedback in regards to each resident
• Actively participates in promoting health development, behavior management, learning and overall individual success with each resident
• Actively engages with residents in their daily activities, developing positive relationships that supports residents in meeting their goals
• Works in collaboration with Case Managers, Counseling Staff and Education to meet the overall needs of each resident
• Transports residents to/from community activities and medical appointments, as assigned
• Attends and participates in required trainings aimed at understanding and applying child and adolescent development principles
• Models and promotes positive relationship-building and interactions between residents and staff
• Adheres to all shelter policies and procedures as set forth by federal and state guidelines as well as by the direction of our Board of Directors and Executive Director
• Demonstrates and promotes diversity and cultural competency with residents and staff
• Sets, maintains and communicates appropriate personal and professional boundaries with peers, support staff, volunteers, supervisors and other professionals.
• Attends all meetings, trainings and other events as required
• Other duties as assigned