Director of Artemis House Region 1

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all components of service delivery for Artemis House Region 1 
• Collaborate with the Director of Artemis House Region III to ensure consistent programming and effective coordination of services across regions and with the Director of Domestic Violence Supportive Housing (DVSH) to ensure effective support of those individuals interfacing with both programs 
• In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Programs (direct report), ensure the case management team implements a trauma-informed, client-driven approach in all facets of daily work (completing safety plans, court accompaniment, shelter intakes, counseling sessions, etc.) 
• In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Operations (direct report), coordinate and oversee facility maintenance; manage contractors and vendors providing supplemental services to ensure the facility's compliance with all health and safety regulations, assemble a trained team of essential personnel available to work during safety / weather emergencies and to provide excellent customer service meeting the needs of shelter program participants 
• Provide coaching and professional development support to direct reports through regularly scheduled one on one meetings to include review of cases, encouragement and support in growth areas, critical feedback, etc.; coordinate training and professional development opportunities for program staff 
• Ensure team culture is one of curiosity, learning, and engagement in providing best practices. Host regular staff meetings for purposes of expectation setting, providing updates, team building, training, growth and development – this may include hosting meetings during evening or weekend hours to ensure 24-hour staff can participate. 
• Oversee ongoing program evaluation, needs assessments, and client satisfaction and participation activities to include regular collection of grant required surveys  
• In partnership with the Artemis House Community Coordinator and the Development department, ensure program volunteer and in kind donation needs are met 
• In partnership with Shelter House’s Data Program, ensure the regular, accurate collection of program and client data; the preparation of statistical and other reports to be used in community education, quality assurance activities and contractual agreements; manage the overall input and accuracy of data stored in the VAData system 
• Develop new program initiatives in conjunction with the Senior Director of DV Services and Fairfax County government based on program outcomes and needs 
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of DV Services and Controller to ensure efficient and accurate usage of program budget; verify and approve staff timesheets, leave requests, and check requests  
• Coordinate with Fairfax County Government and other agency partners to support effective interagency collaboration and ensure contractual compliance 
• Maintain current knowledge of issues impacting homelessness and domestic violence 
• Serve as the Artemis House representative to community-wide domestic violence and homelessness service initiatives as assigned 
• Ensure that services are implemented in accordance with agency philosophy, best practice, grant and contract requirements and all applicable federal, state and local regulations 
• Deliver presentations to external parties about the agency and domestic violence at the request of Shelter House’s Executive Leadership Team 
• Actively participate in Shelter House meetings and events 
• Serve in an on-call capacity to help staff address crisis issues 
• Exemplify the Shelter House core values; Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment 
• Other Duties as assigned and as needed 

About You:

Required:

• A master’s degree in human services / related field or commensurate experience 
• 3+ years of program and staff management 
• Experience managing budgets and funding sources 
• Strong public speaking and communication skills 
• Strong written communication skills 
• Ability to prioritize competing priorities and make sound judgements 
• Valid Driver’s License 
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends when needed

Preferred:

• Experience leading / supporting programs serving homeless families and /or victims of domestic violence / sexual violence 
• Experience leading/ managing in a residential environment 

Physical Requirements:

• Annual TB Test is required 
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods 
• Ability to lift items weighing 10-20 pounds 

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Shelter House is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. All employment-related decisions will be made and carried out without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age (over 40), sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability unrelated to the individual's ability to perform his or her job or any other legally protected status. Shelter House will also provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant and qualified employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job, and to employees with respect to their observance of their religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. Any job applicant or employee who would like or needs an accommodation may request an accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department.

Drug-Free Workplace: Shelter House is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon compliance with our Drug-Free Workplace Policy, which prohibits the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of controlled substances or marijuana in the workplace. Additionally, all subcontracts and purchase orders over $10,000 must include provisions ensuring a drug-free workplace.