INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK OF GREATER CLEVELAND
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
The Program Director is a full-time (40+hours) salaried position, reporting to the Executive Director. The Program Director will manage delivery of services to homeless and recently re-housed families with the Primary goal of achieving sustainable housing stability. Responsible for developing, directing, and evaluating guest service programs by performing the following duties:
FAMILY STABILIZATION AND RAPID RE-HOUSING
- Manage family stabilization and shelter program assessment/intake, case management processes to address barriers to self-sufficiency, and linkage to other resources to assist families in becoming rapidly re-housed.
- Manage rapid re-housing program, including case management support and programming after shelter exit to help guests maintain housing. Supervise delivery of aftercare case management and other support programs for guests after shelter exit.
- Manage congregation hosting, including assisting in scheduling, orientation and oversight of coordinator and volunteer training, and development of hosting policies to ensure safe, family-friendly atmosphere. Responsible for programming to support congregation volunteer coordinators.
- Oversee delivery of other guest support programs; modify and develop new programs to meet current and former guest needs.
- Train staff as needed in case management approach and processes. Conduct case management/program service meetings as needed.
- Inspire a motivational, strengths-based, and family centered approach to care.
- Oversee safe operation of and welcoming atmosphere of Family Day Center, as coordinated by staff.
- Oversee school transportation program, as coordinated by staff.
- Organize and conduct periodic guest advisory meetings and/or survey instruments to solicit input of current and former guests regarding IHN programming.
- Maintain positive working relationship with key volunteers and shelter network host coordinators.
- Plan and conduct, with director, host coordinator group meetings (held 3 times per year).
MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISORY
- Supervise and evaluate program staff and interns.
- Motivate and support professional development of program staff.
- Oversee ongoing and periodic quality assurance initiatives.
- Oversee Service Point management information systems (HMIS), ensuring that clients statistics are timely and accurately recorded by IHN staff.
- Ensure accurate records are maintained of past and present guest utilization of support services; assist in development, achievement and measurement of agency guest service goals and outcomes.
- Participate in developing program budgets with Executive Director and maintaining expenditures within budget.
POLICY AND COMPLIANCE
- Ensure compliance with Ohio Shelter Standards and other applicable safety standards.
- Ensure compliance with NASW or other applicable standards for social work case management.
- Ensure maintenance of records of policy decisions, policy manuals, and ensure implementation by staff and volunteers of adopted policies.
- Participate in Board meetings, committees, and events as requested by Executive Director.
EXTERNAL
- Continuing education regarding best practices and research trends in providing long-term solutions for homeless families and low-income families who are housing insecure.
- Assist in marketing IHN programs to congregations, social service providers and other community partners, as requested by Executive Director.
- Develop community relationships and maintain cooperative relationships with other similar agencies.
- Assist with grant site visits, grant reporting, and provide information
for funders as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in social work (LSW, LISW, MSW, MSSA), non-profit administration or other related field.
- Five+ years experience in case management or related positron and 5+ years supervising social service programs. Experience in program development and/or evaluation preferred.
- Experience working in homeless services preferred; a passion to serve those who are homeless and/or who have multiple barriers to self-sufficiency is essential.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills; teaching and facilitation skills a plus.
- Excellent computer skills required in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
- Ability to work flexible hours; some evening and weekend hours are required.
- Valid driver's license and insured vehicle. Some in-city travel will be required.
SUBMIT COVER LETTER, RESUME AND SALARY REQUIREMENTS TO SARAH CRUISE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AT ihnexec@sbcglobal.net NO LATER THAN MARCH 5, 2010.
NATIONAL TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Below are links to two positions at the above organization. Both jobs are full-time and in Washington, DC:
SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES POLICY MANAGER:
PROGRAM ASSOCIATE, CENTER FOR STATE & LOCAL POLICY:
If interested please find a full description and application instructions in the job postings or you may contact Recruit Manager David Field for more information: david_field@nthp.org or by phone at 202-588-6124.
MID-LEVEL PLANNER-2 POSITIONS
MID-OHIO REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION
The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) is seeking two full-time mid-level planners for the Center for Energy & Environment in Columbus, Ohio. These positions require basic planning and research skills in land use, transportation planning, policy research and the knowledge of geographic information systems. These positions require experience and skill in public presentations to both professional and lay audiences and the ability to facilitate decision-making and mediate differences among stakeholders with competing interests. Prior experience with community development, housing/and or economic development understanding a plus. Familiarity with planning at a watershed level is also a plus.
Primary duties of these positions include conducting field investigations and research; facilitating public and private meetings with stakeholders; design project methodologies, data resources or project research techniques; perform statistical analysis of data and develop procedures and conclusions based on interpretation. These positions participate in the development of land use plans, comprehensive plans, area studies as well as participation in the preparation of environmental impact statements or assessments.
These positions require research and knowledge of federal and state regulations and law on land use or transportation planning, including typical land use and transportation regulations and law of political subdivisions of the state such as counties, municipal corporations and townships. These individuals will work with government officials. citizen groups, professional organizations, etc. to build concensus around planning outcomes.
the candidates must have a working knowledge of the principals and techniques of urban and transportation planning. Familiarity with principles of Transit-Oriented Development and Planning for Neo-Traditional Neighborhoods would be an advantage. Good communication (written and oral) abilities are essential. Candidates must be able to attend evening and weekend meetings outside of the office. Candidates must have a valid Ohio driver's license and good driving record. Creativity and strong research skills are important, along with the ability to be quick learners and team players. These positions require the ability to network and build relationships with other organizations, communities and stakeholders, while demonstrating leadership ability. Must have intermediate level ability with Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Candidates must have an advanced degree in City and Regional Planning, Transportation, Urban Planning, Geography or Economics. A BS/BA in these fields or similar planning related discipline combined with a minimum of two years planning experience is acceptable.
Submit resume to: MORPC, 111 Liberty Street, Columbus, OH 43215, Attn: CEE-1-10. For immediate consideration fax resumes to 614-233-4206. Hiring salary target is low to mid $30's.
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