Interim Field Based Housing Program Manager

Job Type

Full-time

Description

JOB TITLE : Interim Field Based Housing Program Manager

REPORTS TO : Senior Manager of Transitional Housing

SCHEDULE : Monday-Friday (9 : 00am-5 : 30pm)

LOCATION : Venice, CA

STATUS : Full-Time, 40 hrs / wk, Non-Exempt

CELL PHONE : Reimbursed for use

DRIVER POSITION : Required. See note below

SALARY RANGE : $64,400-$66,560 Annually

ABOUT US :

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability so that they can thrive, not just survive. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs.

SPY is a unique social impact agency that is committed to overcoming structural barriers to equity, community collaboration, and innovative youth-focused programming. If you have the skills, passion and collaborative spirit, join our growing team of over 100 employees.

SPY strives to attract and develop individuals who reflect a broad spectrum of diversity, including (but by no means limited to) racial, ethnic, gender identity and socioeconomic dimensions. We believe that inclusion of diverse perspectives is essential to achieving long-term, systemic change. We explicitly seek applications from those who self-identify as coming from historically marginalized populations to enrich and elevate our equity-centered approach to problem-solving.

ABOUT THE ROLE :

A member of Safe Place for Youth's Leadership Team, the Field Based Housing Program Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing holistic, client-centered, and innovative housing programs, including the Host Homes, Housing Navigation, YHDP, and Time Limited Subsidy (TLS) Program. They will oversee all contractual outcomes and budgetary requirements, as well as monitor programming to ensure effective and equitable resources and services for TAY. This position will be responsible for recruiting, training, and providing ongoing support to volunteer hosts, supervising Host Home Youth Liaison, Housing Navigator and TLS Case Managers. This position will continue to develop and evaluate the program and collaborate with other community partners. They will provide leadership and direction aligned with SPY's mission and core values.

WHAT YOU'LL DO :

• Develop and evaluate program policies and procedures based on best practices and continue to offer effective delivery of service
• Oversee, manage, and track Host Homes, Housing Navigation, and TLS budget
• Lead and implement organizational policies in line with current evidence-based practices and in line with SPY's mission and values
• Provide individual trauma and resiliency informed supervision through minimum once weekly supervision for each staff member and developmentally focused goal-setting
• Identify and create plans for staff training and development within SPY's field based housing programs
• Provide accountability and oversight for all programming, agency, and contract expectations within the field based housing programs.
• Manage and track grant deliverables, ensuring grant and contract compliance
• Oversee and ensure program compliance with all relevant standards and requirements from contractors, partners, and funders
• Oversee documentation and filing requirements
• Recruit, screen, support, and retain volunteer hosts; ongoing case management and training of hosts
• Assess and strategically match hosts and youth
• Collaborate with partner organizations to discuss ideas and continue to build the Host Home network
• Engage youth in Host Home Program consultation and feedback
• Plan and attend regular, ongoing trainings related to topics connected to field based housing programs including supporting LGBTQ youth experiencing housing instability, positive youth development, trauma-informed care, host home best practices, and other meetings
• Implement equitable and effective methodologies for the management and oversight of housing contracts
• Participate as a member of the Performance and Quality Improvement team, presenting on programs, and identifying and working towards quality improvement goals
• Strategically allocate resources and services to combat racial disparities in homelessness and cultivate strong partnerships with community providers
• Collaborate within the appropriate CES systems and LAHSA to ensure equitable and inclusive housing placements and maintain occupancy
• Develop program improvement strategies to ensure appropriate services and resources are implemented
• Evaluate programs strategically to establish measurable goals and outcomes; developing and implementing tools to track and evaluate youth data and outcomes; prepare reports to meet grant and internal requirements
• Ensure that program enrollments are at capacity
• Develop partnerships that enhance and expand programs and increase impact in the community
• Collaborate interdepartmentally across SPY's departments to integrate and align programmatic goals, strategies, and outcomes
• Oversee data collection, maintenance of youth files, and data tracking systems (including but not limited to HMIS and CiviCore)
• Increase and expand resources and referrals for youth
• Hire, onboard, train, and supervise team members; support professional development and ongoing training
• Provide after hours consultation for on-site staff members
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL NEED :

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

SPECIAL CONDITIONS :

Mandated Reporting Requirements : The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements : In an effort to stem the significant increase in COVID-19 positive tests as a result of the Delta variant, the State Health Officer has issued an order, which went into effect on August 9, 2021, requiring paid and unpaid workers of homeless services organizations to provide proof of vaccination and / or booster (if eligible for the booster shot) or participate in weekly COVID-19 testing if still not fully vaccinated. Please send proof of vaccination to HR@safeplaceforyouth.org. Failure to provide proof of vaccination will require the candidate to produce a negative test result within 72 hours of their first day of employment and commit to weekly testing. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, contact HR at HR@safeplaceforyouth.org. Please be mindful that these accommodations are limited in nature.

Driver Positions :

Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, along with a copy of their valid driver's license and proof of insurance. Job offers are contingent upon a satisfactory driving record. Examples of an unsatisfactory driving record include :

The motor vehicle record will need to include a review of all states listed on the individual's employment application and resume. See instructions on obtaining your driving record below :

For driver positions, driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated, employment may be discontinued.

NOTE : All staff members will be considered introductory employees for the first three months of employment and will not be considered regular employees until the conclusion of this period. SPY reserves the right to extend an employee's introductory period. In no way does the expiration of this introductory period change the fact that all employees are at-will . It is the supervisor's responsibility to orient the employee and to communicate the expectations of the supervisor and SPY, as well as to evaluate whether the employee has the necessary level of skill, job knowledge, motivation, and attitude to become a regular member of the SPY staff. New employees are also encouraged to seek guidance and assistance during this period. Employees who fail to demonstrate the expected commitment, performance and attitude may be terminated at any time during the introductory period. However, completion of the introductory period does not change or alter the "at-will" employment status. Employees continue to have the right to terminate their employment / business relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, and SPY has the same right. The organization, in its sole discretion, may change the job duties, responsibilities and assignments of any position, at any time.

BENEFITS & PERKS :

Safe Place for Youth offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive health coverage, 403b with agency contribution, and vacation / sick time. We also offer unique perks including weekly meditation / mindfulness and professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth.

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Safe Place for Youth does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Safe Place for Youth is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In addition, the organization will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Please include references in your application.

Salary Description

64,400-$66,560 Annually

Salary : $64,400 - $66,560