The posting
Title: Director
Department: Artemis House Region I
Reports to: Senior Director of Domestic Violence Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $75K-$80K
About Us:
Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County. Since the organization’s inception, we have adapted and grown to meet community needs, all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today, Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 200 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic violence. In the last year, our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2,000 individuals, half of which were children. Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.)
About the Role:
Are you passionate about ending domestic and sexual violence? Does the idea of working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment excite you? Do Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment sound like the values that drive you? Do you want to change lives? If so, we’d love to have you on our team! Shelter House is seeking a collaborative, passionate professional who is passionate about ending domestic and sexual violence to join its team as the Director of Artemis House, Region 1.
The Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Artemis House Region 1 emergency shelter for persons fleeing domestic and sexual violence, stalking, and human trafficking. This position oversees all areas of service delivery, program development, and implementation for Artemis House Region 1. The Director of Artemis House R1 works collaboratively with the Director of Artemis House Region III and the Senior Director of Domestic Violence Services to ensure services are streamlined and consistent across the program. Additionally, the Director regularly collaborates with Shelter House’s Domestic Violence Supportive Housing Program (DVSH) to ensure continuity of care for mutual program participants. Working as part of Shelter House’s Leadership Team, the Director develops strategies to accomplish program goals in accordance with agency philosophy and best practices. In collaboration with the Senior Director of DV Services, the Director will partner with Fairfax County government and community agencies to contribute to and promote a coordinated community response to serving victims of domestic and sexual violence.
Requirements
How you will contribute:
- Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all components of service delivery for Artemis House Region 1
- Collaborate with the Director of Artemis House Region III to ensure consistent programming and effective coordination of services across regions and with the Director of Domestic Violence Supportive Housing (DVSH) to ensure effective support of those individuals interfacing with both programs
- In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Programs (direct report), ensure the case management team implements a trauma-informed, client-driven approach in all facets of daily work (completing safety plans, court accompaniment, shelter intakes, counseling sessions, etc.)
- In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Operations (direct report), coordinate and oversee facility maintenance; manage contractors and vendors providing supplemental services to ensure the facility's compliance with all health and safety regulations, assemble a trained team of essential personnel available to work during safety / weather emergencies and to provide excellent customer service meeting the needs of shelter program participants
- Provide coaching and professional development support to direct reports through regularly scheduled one on one meetings to include review of cases, encouragement and support in growth areas, critical feedback, etc.; coordinate training and professional development opportunities for program staff
- Ensure team culture is one of curiosity, learning, and engagement in providing best practices. Host regular staff meetings for purposes of expectation setting, providing updates, team building, training, growth and development – this may include hosting meetings during evening or weekend hours to ensure 24-hour staff can participate.
- Oversee ongoing program evaluation, needs assessments, and client satisfaction and participation activities to include regular collection of grant required surveys
- In partnership with the Artemis House Community Coordinator and the Development department, ensure program volunteer and in kind donation needs are met
- In partnership with Shelter House’s Data Program, ensure the regular, accurate collection of program and client data; the preparation of statistical and other reports to be used in community education, quality assurance activities and contractual agreements; manage the overall input and accuracy of data stored in the VAData system
- Develop new program initiatives in conjunction with the Senior Director of DV Services and Fairfax County government based on program outcomes and needs
- Collaborate with the Senior Director of DV Services and Controller to ensure efficient and accurate usage of program budget; verify and approve staff timesheets, leave requests, and check requests
- Coordinate with Fairfax County Government and other agency partners to support effective interagency collaboration and ensure contractual compliance
- Maintain current knowledge of issues impacting homelessness and domestic violence
- Serve as the Artemis House representative to community-wide domestic violence and homelessness service initiatives as assigned
- Ensure that services are implemented in accordance with agency philosophy, best practice, grant and contract requirements and all applicable federal, state and local regulations
- Deliver presentations to external parties about the agency and domestic violence at the request of Shelter House’s Executive Leadership Team
- Actively participate in Shelter House meetings and events
- Serve in an on-call capacity to help staff address crisis issues
- Exemplify the Shelter House core values; Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment
- Other Duties as assigned and as needed
About You:
Required:
- A master’s degree in human services / related field or commensurate experience
- 3+ years of program and staff management
- Experience managing budgets and funding sources
- Strong public speaking and communication skills
- Strong written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize competing priorities and make sound judgements
- Valid Driver’s License
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends when needed
Preferred:
- Experience leading / supporting programs serving homeless families and /or victims of domestic violence / sexual violence
- Experience leading/ managing in a residential environment
Physical Requirements:
- Annual TB Test is required
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods
- Ability to lift items weighing 10-20 pounds
Benefits
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401K contributions with a 4% employer match
- 13 Paid Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays and the opportunity to take your Birthday Off
- Four Annual Team Building Events
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Shelter House is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. All employment-related decisions will be made and carried out without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age (over 40), sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability unrelated to the individual's ability to perform his or her job or any other legally protected status. Shelter House will also provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant and qualified employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job, and to employees with respect to their observance of their religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. Any job applicant or employee who would like or needs an accommodation may request an accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department.
Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy:
Drug-Free Workplace: Shelter House is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon compliance with our Drug-Free Workplace Policy, which prohibits the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of controlled substances or marijuana in the workplace. Additionally, all subcontracts and purchase orders over $10,000 must include provisions ensuring a drug-free workplace.
