Housing Programs Director

ICL; Tamworth Regional Council; On-site; AUD 82,240 - 100,515; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

New Life Shelter is seeking a Program Manager to supervise the housing team and ensure DHS/VA/ICL housing goals are achieved. The role demands coordinating with entitlements staff, tracking housing applications, and guiding client housing plans.

The candidate should have a Master’s in a human services field and at least 2 years of shelter or residential setting experience, with work eligibility in the U.S. Onsite work and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree, preferably in a human services field.
• Experience: At least 2 years’ experience in a shelter and/or community residential setting; knowledge of DHS PIP system and housing regulations.
• Work Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise housing team leader to ensure DHS/VA/ICL housing goals are met and documented.
• Directly supervise entitlements specialist to ensure DHS/VA/ICL goals are met and work is completed to BAVR standards.
• Oversee and monitor the housing team to ensure completion of all applicable housing applications for clients.
• Ensure an initial housing plan is completed according to program guidelines.
• Supervise and monitor entitlements staff to ensure all clients are assessed within the first 72 hours of entering BAVR.
• Facilitate weekly housing team and entitlements team meetings and report findings to the Program Director.
• Coordinate with Central Access regarding housing opportunities and applications.
• Maintain and monitor housing tracking systems and related data.
• Monitor housing field work and appointments ensuring attendance and compliance.
• Coordinate housing fairs and maintain a database of landlords and brokers.
• Advocate for clients with HRA, DHS and the VA as needed.
• Complete internal and external housing reports.
• Facilitate housing workshops for staff and clients.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree in human services

Job description

New Life Shelter is seeking a Program Manager to supervise the housing team and ensure DHS/VA/ICL housing goals are achieved. The role demands coordinating with entitlements staff, tracking housing applications, and guiding client housing plans.

The candidate should have a Master’s in a human services field and at least 2 years of shelter or residential setting experience, with work eligibility in the U.S. Onsite work and comprehensive benefits are provided.