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YMCA of Greater Seattle

Program Director II – Roy St. Transitional Living Program

YMCA of Greater Seattle, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


Overview

The Roy Street Director II will lead Social Impact Center Y’s service delivery and building oversight at the Roy Street Transitional Living Program located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, WA. Roy Street TLP has 40 units of housing for young adults ages 18-24 in one apartment building. The Roy Street Program Director will supervise a team of Case Managers who will work directly with a caseload of residents, coordinate community service provider engagement, oversee volunteer support, manage and foster relationships with King County Regional Homelessness Authority and other community businesses, resources, and services. The Y Social Impact Center Y is the service provider that will provide young adult residents with direct services to achieve self-identified goals and increase stability in their lives. The Roy Street Program Director will supervise staff that will be onsite 24 hours per day. Evenings, weekends, and overnight requirements will occur occasionally as needed. The ability to work occasionally out of the Y’s other Seattle/King County offices will also be an expectation of the position. This position will report to and work closely with Social Impact Center’s Program Director III of Facility-Based Housing and Homeless Services to manage and facilitate the programmatic vision, philosophy, and approach at Roy Street to meet our mission of

accelerating young people’s ability to build safe, successful and happy lives .What You’ll Get From Working At The YMembership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your householdMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life insuranceRetirement with generous employer contributionsFree access to mental health resourcesRapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programsPosition Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis role is exempt and expected to be onsite Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm, with overnight and weekend support as needed. The Roy St Transitional Housing site is located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood in Seattle, Washington.Hiring Range: $76,960 – $84,656/yearResponsibilitiesOversee contracts, ensuring budgetary and programmatic compliance.Establish new program activities and expand opportunities within the community following the Association and Branch strategic plans.Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise housing case managers and volunteer’s development and leadership.Advise the Program Director III, Sr. Program Director, and Leadership Team on key decisions related to King County housing and homeless services programs that align with the strategic plan, agency vision, mission, and values.Seek new strategic opportunities to grow YGS’ housing and homeless services in King County, including researching new grant opportunities and building relationships with funders and partners.Foster the integration of Social Impact Center Y’s housing and homeless services programs and staff within King County.Lead the opportunities for youth and young adult voice into programming, including feedback on services at Roy Street Apartments.Participate in the Housing Director Emergency On Call Rotation. This on call shift rotation takes place approximately every seven weeks for a one week period of time.Compile program statistics and provide data and reports as required. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program and case management.Provide leadership and support for Social Impact Center’s leadership team with project management and additional support in King County.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, schools, and agencies related to youth and young adult support programs.Develop, produce, and distribute program information necessary to promote programs, following branch marketing.Ensure that safety procedures are followed and that all staff comply with YMCA training requirements.Ensure high-quality programming through innovative program development evaluations and ongoing training of staff.Other duties as assigned.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This position requires occasional lifting office products and supplies up to 20 pounds.QualificationsA BA degree or higher in psychology, social services, or a related field, or any combination of education, experience, and measurable performance that demonstrates the capability to perform the duties of this position.Previous experience managing housing contracts such as Transitional Housing and Rapid Rehousing.5+ years of professional or volunteer experience working with high-risk, system-involved (homeless, justice, behavioral health, foster care) youth and/or young adults or equivalent community-based or informal service to this youth/young adult population.2+ years of leadership and supervisory experience with teams, individual staff, or volunteers.Experience with program development, leadership development, contract management, and financial management.Experience with and knowledge of youth behavior management and abuse prevention.Accomplished project management expertise with proven execution of accomplishing deliverables in a timeline.Broad knowledge of program areas, funders, and community partners.Ability to handle multiple projects/tasks and juggle priorities while meeting multiple deadlines.Ability to use good judgment to make sound decisions and resolve problems.Ability to maintain confidential information and use discretion.Ability to gain the cooperation of others, work effectively as a member of a team, and ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships in a team-oriented environment.Ability to work independently.Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).Additional Preferred QualificationsCollege degree in social work, social services, or a closely related field. Other applicable education, training, and experience will be considered, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.Life experience with poverty, child welfare, homelessness, behavioral health, or youth violence and a desire to use that experience to improve the lives of others.The ability to speak any language in addition to English.Our CommitmentThe YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check and (on applicable jobs) drug screening, including screening for marijuana. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org or the HR department at 206.382.5082.

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