1 Director of Housing - Espero Rutland Job in Austin, TX
Caritas of Austin is Hiring a Director of Housing - Espero Rutland Near Austin, TX
Department: Client Services
Reports To: Chief Program Officer
FLSA Status: Exempt - Salaried
- Plan, develop, implement, and maintain services that meet the needs of the clients.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including other service providers and funding sources.
- Is familiar with all aspects of government and private grants applicable to Espero, including government policies related to all grants.
- Ensure compliance with grant requirements.
- Identify and guide program manager in implementing systems that streamline workflow.
- Prepare program reports as needed.
- Participate in all program monitoring reviews conducted by funding sources.
- Participate in all Espero budget meetings and participate in the annual Espero budget development process.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of potential risk to the agency, including clients, staff, and volunteers.
- Facilitates collaborative and effective relationships between program staff and property management staff.
- Remains calm steady and focused on the face of pressure, meets deadlines, and is not intimidated by tasks/time limitations
- Has superb interpersonal skills, including the ability to generate respect and trust from colleagues, direct reports, and external constituents.
- Consistently research best practices for service delivery and changes to government regulations relevant to housing services.
- Identifies opportunities and challenges and works across departments and teams to craft innovative solutions.
- As directed by supervisor, represents Caritas at relevant community meetings and committees.
- Ensure that housing services adhere to evidence-based and best practices, including adherence to Housing First principles.
- Structure program and guide manager to lead the team to deliver outstanding client services.
- Ensure staff adherence to Client Services Policies and Procedures manual.
- Participate in all relevant programmatic meetings.
- Guide program supervisors in identifying critical data collection needs (outputs and outcomes).
- Use results of program evaluation and data to continuously improve client services and ensure client satisfaction.
- Hire, train, supervise, develop, and evaluate program supervisors.
- Understand and adhere to hiring policies and procedures.
- Ensure that strategic professional development is happening for staff at all levels, including accessing outside training and planning for team-wide learning opportunities.
- Understand and adhere to agency policies and procedures, e.g., Employee Handbook.
- Lead the departmental team in developing their skills, a positive morale, and positive working relationships reflective of agency values and philosophy..
- Participate in agency-wide events, planning and training functions.
- Comply with administrative procedures, reporting, and record keeping policies.
- Design an approved plan for professional development as a director and leader.
- Required: Bachelor’s degree. A degree in social work, psychology, public health, counseling, education, or other related fields in human services from an accredited college or university is preferred.
- Required: Master’s degree in social work, psychology, public health, counseling, education, or other related fields in human services from an accredited college or university.
- Preferred: Licensure: LMSW, LCSW, LPC or LCDC
- Required: have a minimum of five (5) years of program-related experience.
- Required: have a minimum of five (5) years of leadership and management experience.
- Preferred: At least 3 years of housing experience (e.g., permanent supportive housing and/or rapid rehousing)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and solving complex programmatic issues.
- Ability to be honest, open, and straightforward.
- Approachable, collaborative, and willing to learn as well as coach.
- Critical thinking and problem solving.
- Intentional focus on cultural humility and inclusion.
- Must be computer literate
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Base Salary Range: $76,541 -$87,260
- The salary offered will follow Caritas of Austin salary guidelines based on candidate's education and experience.
- Employer paid health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance for employees.
- 14 Paid Holidays per year.
- 20 days of accrued PTO in year one with increases up to 31 days per year.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Discounted Rates on Gold’s Gym and Legal Shield memberships.
- Mileage Reimbursement.
- Monthly Phone Stipend.
- Monthly Paid Parking for employees who office from Downtown Location.
Job Summary
Full Time
Social & Legal Services
$80k-112k (estimate)
05/22/2024
07/21/2024
caritasofaustin.org
AUSTIN, TX
50 - 100
1964
BETH ATHERTON
$10M - $50M
Social & Legal Services
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About Caritas of Austin
Caritas of Austin believes that when every person has a stable place to call home, they can realize their full potential and contribute to our community. We build wellbeing by making sure that people have a safe home, access to healthy groceries, jobs that provide a reliable living wage, and educational opportunities to learn life skills. All of us need a sturdy foundation and layers of support in our lives to thrive; thats what creates a strong community. Our innovative, personalized and proven approach to building wellbeing and ending homelessness creates a more vibrant Austin for everyone. ...OUR MISSION We prevent and end homelessness for people in Greater Austin. GET INVOLVED Volunteers are helping create a more vibrant Austin for all as they partner with staff members and clients to build wellbeing. Whether its serving a nutritious lunch, working with clients directly to achieve their life goals, or supporting staff members to make our programs even stronger, you are helping end homelessness together. Become a volunteer - work directly with clients, serve lunch in our Community Kitchen, or provide staff with administrative support: http://www.caritasofaustin.org/get-involved/volunteer Join our Community Advisory Board - we are always looking for diverse community professionals and leaders to promote awareness in the community, provide advisory support, and ensure long-term sustainability through resource development. Contact Amy Jackson, ajackson@caritasofaustin.org for more information. Join the Caritas team - View current job openings: https://www.caritasofaustin.org/who-we-are/careers/
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