Program Manager - HOME Youth Services

MWVCAA is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Program Manager to oversee our Home Youth Services (HYS) shelters. As the Program Manager, the person in this position will be responsible for the overall management and development of the program, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services and support to youth facing various challenges. This is a career opportunity with one of the region's largest anti-poverty organizations. Our Agency is making an impact that will touch the lives of those in our community for generations to come. But we can only do that successfully if we add talent to our growing organization!

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Home Youth Services Program Manager will be responsible for coordinating and implementing housing and support services programs including the administration of the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) grants. This position will directly supervise program staff, oversee program operations and workflows and develop policies and procedures. The YHDP Manager will ensure compliance with grant requirements, track data and compile reports, network and maintain positive partnerships with community agencies and participate as a member of the department's Management Team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

• Course work in social sciences or related field required; Associates degree in social sciences or related field preferred.
• Six years of work in fast-paced customer service, healthcare, education, social or community services or related public-facing sectors. One year of program management experience preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates with work experience working with special needs population and / or experience working with youth or high risk youth 11-18 years of age.
• Equivalent combinations of education, various experience and training may be considered.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises approximately 15-18 employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities for this position include interviewing, hiring, and training employees, as well as planning, assigning, and directing their work and appraising their performance. The Program Manager is also responsible for rewarding and disciplining employees when applicable and addressing their complaints.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

MWVCAA is committed to promoting and achieving diversity, equity and inclusion with employees and with those we serve. The agency strives to be an employer of choice with a vision for all people to be respected for their infinite worth, and supported to envision and reach a positive future.

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.

If you need ADA accommodations to apply for MWVCAA job openings, please contact Human Resources at or call to ask for a HR Team Member.

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