At The Retreat, we are committed to ending intimate partner violence in our community by providing no-fee counseling, legal services, shelter, and education programs to anyone experiencing abuse or sexual assault. The Retreat offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a generous paid time off policy. Our uniquely structured benefits package means little or no cost to the employee. Shelter Director Manages Shelter operations within the operating budget and develops and administers programs for the Shelter. Protects clients' confidentiality at all times and ensures the safety and security of all Shelter staff and residents. Maintains the Shelter residence and property in good condition at all times. Provides leadership to all Shelter staff and residents, building an atmosphere of dignity, respect, and trust. OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create/maintain/update and communicate policies and procedures to ensure the smooth operation of the Shelter; create a positive culture for staff and residents through teamwork, mutual respect, and trust
- Ensure that all reporting and licensing requirements are met and that reports are submitted to the Executive Director and Board of Directors promptly
- Provide outreach to local and regional agencies
- Provide educational outreach with the Education Program Director
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with governing agencies, donors, board members and funders
- Supervisor employees at the Shelter including the Manager, Case Manager, Advocates an volunteers.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Approve payroll hours for all assigned employees
- Interview and selection of qualified candidates
- Monitor the daily log activities for appropriate details; provide follow-up and feedback as needed for staff
- Process hotline intakes; enter intake information for the hotline into the client database
- Follow up on clients in the In Consideration folder to ensure all clients are properly screened for shelter admission
- Enter client information and activities into the client database; ensure record-keeping and statistical data collection
- Order, track food and supplies keeping within the operating budget
This is an on site position and provides coverage when all other emergency coverage means have been unsuccessful and provide two weeks per month of on-call management; assists night and weekend staff as needed during emergencies. Qualifications: Master's degree in Social Work or related field and 3+ years of experience in any of the following areas: social work, women's studies, psychology, counseling, or Human Services Administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position. Three years of leadership experience are required. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. NYS Drivers license required. THE RETREAT, INC. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, age, marital status, domestic violence victim status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, gender identity, religion, genetic predisposition, familial status, ancestry, prior arrest or conviction record or any other protected category under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Candidates must pass SCR, SEL, and OCFS Fingerprint background checks before hire.