Associate Director - Foundations Family Shelter

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1419763 Position Description Program Chittenden County Family Shelter Title Associate Program Director Reports to Program Director Supervises Housing Advocates, Special Projects, Volunteers and Interns Job Summary Working with the Program Director, assist in overseeing the operations of the Family Shelter and supervise the work of Housing Advocates, Interns, Volunteers and special projects. Provide leadership and direction in the absence of the Program Director. Assist families who are experiencing homelessness to find or maintain suitable housing, including advocating for clients with local social service agencies organizations, landlords and funding sources. Support all data and reporting requirements for state, federal and foundation reporting. Ensure that housing advocates are using the housing / case management plans to move families quickly out of shelter and into permanent housing. Ensure staff and guests are adhering to all program policies and procedures. Act along with the Program Director as the shelter safety officer. Ensure onsite engagement activities for adults and children. Summary of Essential Job Functions: Operations ? Assist in overseeing all aspects of Shelter Operations for Champlain Inn ? Support the supervision and scheduling of all staff in the absence of the Director ? Ensure up to date and high-quality housing/case management plans for all guests by all staff. ? Conduct regular performance reviews. ? Oversee Grant programs as determined by the Program Director and Executive Director ? Attend all required meetings and ensure that appropriate Family Shelter staff attend relevant meetings. ? Work with Human Resources to fill vacant staff positions ? Address all maintenance, personnel and client issues in a timely manner consistent with CVOEOs mission, values and policies ? Work with the Program Director and Executive Director on an annual review of Family Shelter policies and make updates as needed Finances ? Work with the Finance Department and support daily financial responsibilities as determined by the Program Director ? Aid in preparation of the annual budgeting process with the Finance team and ensure that the budget is met efficiently ? Complete purchasing of supplies, services and building maintenance in line with budget and grant requirements as determined by the Program Director Community Relations and Housing Services ? Build strong relationships with area landlords ? Oversee external activities related to the shelter such as outreach to area hotels or encampments ? Attend community meetings that focus on homelessness as needed and directed including but not limited to the Continuum of Care meeting ? Work with area housing partners to maintain the Family Shelters viability as a housing choice in the community ? Attend meetings and trainings relevant to the sustainability of programs and keep up to date on developments related to resources for people experiencing homelessness ? Work with area providers to improve services for people experiencing homelessness ? Work with housing providers to develop relationships to house people experiencing homelessness ? Work with local schools and agencies to bring in volunteers and interns ? Work closely with other CVOEO programs to ensure comprehensive and integrated services including flexible scheduling of all CVOEO housing advocates as and if needed ? Work in conjunction with Chittenden Community Action Housing and Family Services Team to provide a whole team approach to the system of care from outreach to permanent housing ? Maintain an active and positive community relationship via social media, utilizing Facebook and other platforms to solicit community engagement and donations as appropriate ? Ensure high quality training for all staff and track training for each team member Grant Management ? Assist in seeking new funding sources; complete available private grant requests and oversee timely completion of state and federal grant applications ? Maintain relationships with current state and private grantors ? Assist all grant projects in their implementation ? Submit timely reports and outcomes in accordance with grant mandates Other Duties ? Advocacy at the legislative, local and state level to improve services for homeless people. ? Submit monthly reports as determined by the Program Director ? Ensure shelter data is kept accurately and reported to funders and partners as appropriate ? Cover shifts during staff absences/ vacancies ? Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Requirements ? Bachelors degree in social or human services or combination of education and experience from wh