Head of Programming - Mountain View, CA, United States - LIFEMOVES

Description

Full Time
Job Shift


ABOUT US :

LifeMoves is one of the largest and most effective providers of shelter and supportive services across Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Peninsula.

As a results-driven organization, since 1987, our mission has been to provide interim housing and supportive services that create opportunities for homeless families and individuals to rapidly return to stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency.

Our successful therapeutic service model combines clean, modern housing with intensive supportive services that promote dignity and motivate our clients to achieve autonomy.

LifeMoves staff are dedicated to serving our community. We foster personal growth through ongoing investment in the professional development of our staff. Together, we are committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and helping our clients achieve long-term self-sufficiency.

Under the direction of the Director of Shelter and Services Santa Clara County, the Program Director at is responsible for the day to day management and operation of an emergency housing program for homeless families and/or single adults.

The Program Director supervises staff, interns, and volunteers, and is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high quality services that help the homeless single individuals and families at this location return to permanent housing.

Full oversight of staff including: hiring, training, supervision and facilitation of staff meetings
Develop appropriate program procedures, policies, and forms and ensure their implementation
Develop and implement annual program plan in collaboration with staff and the Associate VP of Programs & Services
Supervise the collection, compilation, and submission of all program statistics, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports submission to senior administrative team; ensuring all reports meet funding and legal requirements
Coordinate program development in the following areas: job development, follow-up program, donations, food services, volunteers, recreational activities for clients, and other areas as needed
Supervise case management staff and, at times, provide direct services to clients
Ensure development and facilitation of, workshops, and support groups as needed
Bachelors in Psychology, Sociology or other humanities field required; Masters in Social Work or related field preferred
Minimum 3 years of non-profit management experience
Experience developing, managing, evaluating and operating programs serving homeless populations
Strong written and oral communication, personnel management, conflict resolution, and clinical supervision skills are necessary
Strong knowledge of substance abuse and relapse prevention, mental health issues, and domestic violence is required
A strong foundation in the ideas and practices that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion; Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred

We have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Account, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K, etc.

To learn more about our non-profit organization, check out our website at