What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director for The Haven position at Ridgedale Baptist Church?
Director of The Haven
About The Role:
The Haven, a ministry of Ridgedale Baptist Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee, provides a temporary home for children in foster care. We specifically serve teenagers, children with higher-level behavioral needs, and large sibling groups, offering a safe space while the Department of Children’s Services (DCS) finds them permanent placements. We plan to begin construction in February 2025 and are looking for a director to oversee operations at The Haven.
For more information: www.thehaventn.org
Ideal Candidate:
Our ideal candidate will be someone who is a self-motivated leader, can compassionately care for children and teens, and is able to set boundaries with other professionals to keep children safe and feels comfortable working in a fast paced, yet meaningful environment.
- Faith-driven: A committed Christian with a heart for serving children in crisis. Must be committed to the mission, vision, and statement of faith for Ridgedale Baptist Church.
- Experience in foster care: Knowledgeable about trauma and its effects on children and families.
- Financial awareness: Fundraising and nonprofit budgeting experience. Ability to connect with a wide donor base and build new key stakeholder relationships in our community.
- Adaptable: Comfortable with managing many tasks simultaneously and able to work individually to meet a variety of needs.
- Organized and proactive: Able to manage multiple responsibilities, communicate effectively, and troubleshoot as needed.
Additional skills include:
- Public speaking to both large and small groups
- As this role works closely with children, teens, and DCS workers, the candidate must be able to enforce rules (e.g., bedtimes, chores) with kindness and consistency.
- A flexible schedule, with the ability to be on-call as needed. You would be able to flex your time as you work hours outside of 9am-5pm.
- Reliable transportation and proof of insurance to meet with donors, volunteers, and perform other tasks as needed.
- Marking and Social Media
Qualifications:
Must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Non-Profit Management, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field. Masters Degree Preferred.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Director of The Haven will oversee the day-to-day operations, including, but not limited to:
Leadership
- Welcoming children and reviewing house rules with DCS workers and the children
- Providing monthly reports to DCS and Ridgedale Baptist Church
- Creating and implementing safety and security procedures
- Developing and leading trauma-informed training for staff and volunteers
Fundraising
- Leading fundraising efforts, including annual fundraising events
- Building and managing budgets
- Managing supply inventories
Volunteer Coordination
- Coordinating volunteers to engage with youth at The Haven as appropriate
- Planning for meal trains, cleaning crews, and organizational teams to serve at The Haven
Community Collaboration
- Leveraging community resources to better The Haven
- Connecting with others at events
- Collaborating with other transitional homes in our area and state
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000