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Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada · 1 month ago

Open Arms - Program Manager

Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those in need. The Program Manager for the Open Arms program will oversee the management of financial and operational aspects, ensuring quality service delivery to individuals diagnosed as HIV-positive or living with AIDS.

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Responsibilities

Assist the Regional Director of Operations in the development and monitoring of annual budgets working towards goal achievement
Provide quality program services within established budgets
Serve as liaison to county contract personnel
Assist and provide documentation to comply with program reviews and contractual agreements
Participate in developing community relations and maintain positive image of the program
Assist in the acquisition and renewal of grants
Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the funding sources
Refer new sources of funding to senior management and assist, as possible, in securing such funds
Develop and maintain approved operations manuals
Manage all property maintenance, security, and safety concerns that arise on a daily basis at the program site
Coordinate client placement referrals to determine appropriateness of program placements
Respond to complaints from contracting agents, clients, property neighbors and all other program related affiliates
Maintain accountability and inventory of program equipment and supplies
Respond to all client grievances. When unable to resolve, escalate to supervisor
Supervise the coordination of all medical, psychological, psychiatric, and /or other necessary evaluations of clients
Provide 24 hour on call emergency assistance to clients and staff as necessary
Respond to personnel complaints and provides technical expertise to handle exceptions to standard policy
Identify resources necessary to attain performance standards
Develop daily, weekly and monthly staffing schedules in order to accomplish program objectives
Maintain ongoing client contact to assure that employee performance is in line with client needs. This includes regular communication with clients, service providers and external county/state/city program representatives
Direct available resources as needed
Assist with daily workloads, if necessary
Interview and hire qualified employees
Establish goals and objectives for staff and evaluate achievements of established goals
Responsible for department orientation and training for new employees to assure quality work, taking corrective action as necessary
Identify appropriate ongoing training for existing staff
Conduct ongoing performance appraisals and recommend salary adjustments for staff
Provide progressive disciplinary action for employee performance improvement when necessary
Maintain an above average working knowledge of fire, safety, and health standards to assure safe work environment for all personnel
Continually learn and enhance technical and interpersonal skills
Attend all mandatory training as assigned
Attend all necessary meetings
Inform senior management of the status of potential workflow problems, allowing senior management to assist with workflow needs to meet program objectives and project future staffing needs
Communicate new and established procedures and company policies to the staff and ensure proper implementation
Serve as part of the organization management team by providing information and support for the development of quality operations
Maintain professional working relationships with other Program Managers and Directors
Coordinate the shift schedules of all support staff including emergency and/or on-call support staff to provide adequate coverage for single sites and provide emergency shift coverage if needed
Direct Facility staff to do minor maintenance tasks as needed, i.e. change light bulbs, plunge toilet, etc. Gather and report maintenance requests for maintenance contractor and make monthly reports
Adhere to staffing schedules in order to provide adequate/safe staffing coverage and to accomplish program objectives

Qualification

Program managementSupervisory experienceHuman services experienceAnalytical skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCPR certificationFirst Aid certificationT.B. testingComputer skills

Required

A bachelor's degree in social work or a related field
Three years' experience supervising staff
Four years of experience overseeing a program may substitute for the bachelor's degree
A minimum of three years' experience in the human services field
Must be able to utilize a range of interventions to work with clients with varying needs and levels of functioning
Requires CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment, re-certification as necessary and T.B. testing annually
A valid California driver's license
A reliable vehicle
The ability to meet the organization's insurance carrier guidelines
Leadership skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to assist and motivate other people
Organizational skills
Analytical and decision-making ability
Statistical and mathematical skills
Computer Skills to successfully perform job duties and responsibilities
Lift and move up to 20 pounds
Stand, walk and sit frequently
Bend and stoop occasionally

Preferred

Specific experience working with issues and challenges unique to the HIV positive population, homelessness, substance abuse, minorities, mental health and persons with disabilities
Specific knowledge and experience with Twelve Step philosophy, addiction and recovery, and dysfunctional family dynamics

Benefits

Paid holidays
Vacation
Health
Dental
Vision
Life
Short-term disability insurance coverage

Company

Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada

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Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization providing local human service programs, as well as opportunities for individual and community involvement.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Jonathan Beaver
HR Business Partner
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