Program Director I, Navigation and Diversion
US-WA-Seattle
YMCA of Greater Seattle
Req #: 17219
Type: Regular Full-Time
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Overview: Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. Job Summary The Program Director for the Navigation/Diversion and Home at Last program works with young adults, eligibility at entry ages 18-24, who meet HUD categories 1, 2, or 4 for the definition of homelessness to create sustainable housing and supports. A Y Social Impact Center Housing and/or Peer Navigator connect youth to housing resources and help them to navigate the complexities of the homelessness crisis response system. Typical navigation housing options include transitional living programs, rapid re-housing programs, and permanent supportive housing. If a participant's housing goals are to obtain housing outside the homeless crisis response system, the Navigators will assess their housing wants and needs and work with properties and community housing organizations to permanently house young adults through Diversion. Once housed, the Navigators will work with participants toward other goals that will aid in long-term housing stability. Participants can be provided with move-in assistance and up to four months of rent assistance based on their needs. The Director also oversees the Home at Last project staff providing services to Young Adults in a permanent supportive housing project conducting case management including life skills and connecting the participants to long term, adult systems for ongoing support and access to permanent housing vouchers. This position is at the Social Impact Center Y, the social services branch of YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS). The mission of the Social Impact Center Y is to accelerate young people's ability to build safe, successful, and happy lives. Every year, we serve 5,000 children, youth, young adults, and families across King County with programs that aim to strengthen young people's ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; ensuring stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center Y's programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment. Many of the young people we serve have had involvement in the foster care, criminal justice system, and/or homelessness systems. What you'll get from working at The Y * Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household * Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance * Retirement with generous employer contributions * Free access to mental health resources * Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) * Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services. * Working at the YMCA may contribute to eligibility for student loan forgiveness Hiring Range: $77,968.80 - $79,000/year Responsibilities: * Establish and maintain program activities and expand program(s) within the community in accordance with the Association and Branch strategic plans related to family support. * Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise housing case managers and other staff in assigned areas. Provide development and leadership. * Collaborate with other Program Directors to provide support and leadership to all team members. * Compile program statistics and provide data and reports as required. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program(s). * Provide leadership and support for branch management team, annual fund-raising campaign, and volunteer committees/boards as assigned. * Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, schools and agencies related to client support programs. * Develop, produce and distribute program information necessary to promote programs, in accordance with branch marketing plans. * Ensure that safety procedures are followed and that all programs are in compliance with YMCA, contract, accreditation, and all relevant regulations and other applicable standards. * Ensure high quality programs through innovative program development evaluations and ongoing training of staff. * Ensure program fidelity to assigned contracts, maintain flexibility as funding and contract language changes working with staff to ensure their understanding of contracts and any changes. Be able to articulate contract scope to colleagues and external partners. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time exempt position with an anticipated schedule of M-F, regular business hours; hybrid work schedule with work from home, in the field, and in office at Supervisor discretion. Code of Conduct for Applicants Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in relevant program area or equivalent education/experience. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered. * Two years or more of related experience, with proven experience in training others. * One or more years of experience with staff and volunteer supervision, program development, budget management. * Experience and knowledge with youth behavior management and child abuse prevention. * Intermediate computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite. * Ability to visit sites and community organizations. * Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful. Reliable Transportation Requirement This role requires the incumbent to have access to reliable transportation to meet clients/families in the community in a timely manner. Our Commitment The 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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