Job Information
The Salvation Army Shelter Director in San Francisco, California
Description
OVERVIEW:
The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center – Harbor House Family Emergency Shelter Director is responsible to the Executive Director and Business Administrator for supervision and operational management of administrative and program functions for the Harbor House Family Emergency Shelter.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Shelter Administration:
Supervise all staff at Harbor House
Oversee all aspects of management and administration of the shelter department
Maintain a compliance manual in accordance to The Salvation Army Policy & Procedures for Social Service Programs
Prepare schedules, time off requests, time records, and evaluate employee performances
Attend weekly Director meetings in planning and implementing services on campus
Assist in the hiring process
Manage requisitions and office supplies inventory for Harbor House
Submit weekly and monthly statistical reports
Shelter Management:
Perform regular site supervision of Harbor House Resident facility areas
Work with Facilities Manager to oversee janitorial staff
Responsible for consistent program management and updating policies, procedures, and operations manuals for Harbor House Program(s)
Responsible for the adherence to requirements of any contract(s) at Harbor House
Review and approve file maintenance system for case management files
Oversee and provide supervision of case management and care coordination
Maintain a safe environment for the health and well-being of all clients and personnel at Harbor House
Address any grievances or issues filed by clients
Oversee the therapeutic, clinical, and program needs of Harbor House program participants
Shelter Development:
Coordinate with the Executive Director, Business Admin, and/or Assistant Corps Officer for development of programs and to update goals and expected outcomes
Participate in acquiring new and renewals of grants and contracts
Attend monthly Harbor Light Center Advisory Council meetings
Manage the re-credentialing and contract renewal process with all funding sources for Harbor House
Outreach and network with other agencies to build a referral base as needed for program services
Prepare the submission of reports and backup materials as they relate to government, state or private grants, and foundation requirements
Attend community meetings and activities
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related (required)
CA driver's license (required)
Master’s Degree in Social Work or related (preferred)
Experience overseeing case management staff (2 years required)
Experience working with federal, state, and local contracts
Experience in a shelter or residential treatment center (preferred)
TB clearance (within the first seven days of employment – company provided)
First Aid and CPR certification (within first fourteen days of employment – company provided)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of Microsoft programs
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work with a diverse background
Ability to lead
Team Player
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
EQUIPMENT USED:
- Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
ADA Statement
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:
Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.
At-Will:
Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.
Qualifications
Education
Required
- Bachelors or better in Social Work
Preferred
- Masters or better in Social Work
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- Driver's License
Experience
Required
- 2 years: Experience overseeing case management staff
Preferred
Experience in a shelter or residential treatment center
Experience working with federal, state, and local contracts
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)