What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Program Director position at BLOC Ministries?
Overview of BLOC:
We are an inner city ministry that lives and works in the neighborhoods we serve. Our mission exists to build relationships with our neighbors and share hope in brokenness. We target neighborhoods that are underserved. We have a staff size of about 50 where we have after school programs, sports performance center, houses for women in sex trafficking, men and women transitional homes, two coffee shops, screen printing, and other forms of ministry to love our neighbors.
Position Summary:
The Residential Program Director oversees all direct services to for residential housing, ensuring compliance with regulations, oversight, and professional standards, continually raising the bar and strengthening BLOC’s existing services, while growing and replicating programming to expand geographic impact.
About this role:
In this role, you will oversee the development and geographic expansion of BLOC’s direct-service programming, leading a dedicated team focused on Minor Safe Housing, Outreach, Mentoring, and other community-based initiatives. You’ll collaborate with Executive Leadership to set program strategies that align with BLOC’s mission, motivating and empowering your team to deliver exceptional service. Accountability for program leadership, budget stewardship, and compliance with relevant regulations will be key aspects of your responsibilities. You will also evaluate and enhance programming, foster relationships with community partners to address service gaps, and manage staff for the residential staff. Additional duties include conducting meetings, handling staff disputes, ensuring licensing compliance, and being on-call for emergencies. Your collaborative efforts will bridge communication between staff and coordinate individualized pathways for residents, ultimately enriching the overall program experience.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within a nonprofit or social services organization, preferably with direct-service programming.
- Proven experience managing teams and overseeing community-based programs, including Safe Housing and Outreach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in budgeting, compliance, and grant management
- Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to provide constructive feedback, handle conflicts, and hold staff accountable
- Proven ability to build and nurture relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
Location of home: Mt Orab
Salary : $55,000
