Are you someone who wants their work to have meaning and impact? Do you enjoy working for change and supporting the work of an organization that does too? Do you have a passion for sharing your skills and talents, learning new ones, and working with a team dedicated to continuous improvement and growth? Then read on for a new opportunity at Homeward Bound of Marin!
OVERVIEW
Homeward Bound of Marin is recruiting for a Director of Professional Development and Program Support This position will oversee our housing and shelter programs for adults and families experiencing homelessness in Marin. Efforts will emphasize developing staff competency to deliver high quality and effective services to enable program participants to achieve their goals and supporting day to day programmatic needs.
RESPONSIBLITIES
Foster understanding and implementation of the mission, culture, values, and ethos of Homeward Bound.
Act as a creative catalyst to inspire imaginative, innovative and effective delivery of services.
Facilitate a team approach to problem solving.
Take an active role in supporting program staff around the needs and concerns of residents by helping to problem-solve resident difficulties as they arise, including issues related to mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence.
Support the implementation of client-centered services that are needs-driven, strength-based and culturally relevant.
Provide individual and group supervision to program directors, program coordinators, and other staff on a regular basis.
Plan, deliver and teach weekly life-skills class to students in our culinary program.
Develop and oversee a professional development program for staff, deliver training and provide resources which increase the competency of program staff.
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree (MSW, MA.Ed, MS) in relevant field preferred. Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology or related field required.
5 years supervisory and upper management experience.
Experience working with populations in poverty and homelessness.
Experience working with 24-hour residential programs.
COMPENSATION
Salary range $82,000-$87,000 DOE. Benefits package includes 20 vacation days, 9 holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance for employee and a 403(b) salary deferral retirement plan.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications please reply to this ad with a cover letter and resume.
Homeward Bound values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Persons from diverse backgrounds are strongly encourage to apply.
How to apply
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications please submit a cover letter and resume to Lisa Sepahi at lsepahi@hbofm.org.