Assistant Lydia House Director

Open Door Mission; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated nonprofit organization in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking an experienced leader to manage the FSW team and ensure day-to-day operations at the Lydia House. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least two years of experience in human services. Responsibilities include staff management, emergency crisis counseling, and collaboration with leadership. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive, Christ-centered work environment.

Benefits

401(K) plan with company match

Health Insurance option

Flexible Spending Account

Complimentary Life Insurance

PTO and paid Sick leave

11 Paid Holidays

On-campus cafeteria with complimentary meals

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of human services experience.
• Ability to share the gospel and make disciples.
• Experience managing in a social service agency is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Lydia House Director on various issues.
• Manage assigned staff and work schedules.
• Provide emergency crisis counseling and problem solving.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis counseling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in human services or related field

Master's Degree in related field

Job description

Join the Open Door Mission's team of dedicated staff who are committed to full-time Christian ministry and breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty!

About This Position

This position manages the FSW team to ensure that the correct processes are followed and executed. Manage day-to-day operations of the LH when Director is absent. Responsible for maintaining the inside and outside of the LH building.

Demonstrates Christ-like maturity in words, behavior, and attitude in all job duties and responsibilities. Displays professionalism in handling private and sensitive confidential information in regards to guests, students, volunteers, and donors. Serves as a member of the ODM Leadership Team.

Responsibilities

A full job description will be provided for review during the interview process.

• Collaborate with Lydia House Director concerning guests, staff, and building issues.
• Develop and enhance job related relationships with individuals and agencies.
• Develop goals, objectives, and plans for emergency services Ministry.
• Manage assigned staff—including work schedules.
• Assist in hiring and training of staff.
• Provide emergency crisis counseling, problem solving, and de-escalation when necessary.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in the human services or related field.
• 2 or more years of human services experience.
• Must be a team player, and have an excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to share the gospel and make disciples.
  
  

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE...

• 2 years of experience in managing in a social service agency
• Master's Degree in related field
  
  

Perks & Available Benefits

• 401(K) plan with a 2% company contribution and 4% company match
• Health Insurance option
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Complimentary Life Insurance, Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance, and long-term disability.
• PTO and paid Sick leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• RightNow Media Membership
• Christ-centered staff culture
• On-campus cafeteria with complimentary meals
• On-campus exercise rooms
  

DETAILS

• Job Type: Full Time
• Pay Range: $40,000-$58,000 annually
• Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Work Location: Lydia House
  
  

About Open Door Mission

Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission founded in 1954 committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty. Each day, Open Door Mission’s campus offers 917 safe, shelter beds to people experiencing homelessness, serves over 4,747 nutritious meals to feed the hungry, and provides homeless preventive resources to more than 1,000 people living in poverty to empower them to remain in their own homes.

At Open Door Mission, we believe in coming alongside people experiencing homelessness and poverty, empathizing with their situation and speaking truth into their lives—that they are worthy, valued and created in the image of God. It’s our passion, our calling. And we’ve been doing it since 1954.

Our Impact In 2024

• Provided 195,125 nights of safe shelter.
• Served 2.0 million nutritious meals to feed the hungry.
• Empowered 33,123 individuals to remain in their own homes and preventing homelessness.
• Celebrated 77 graduates from life-changing programs.
• Helped 311 individuals achieve stable housing.
• Provided a Learning Center and Tutoring Lab for 94 children.
• Assisted 404 men and women in finding employment.
  
  

Apply today to join the team that's inspiring HOPE for lasting change in our community!