Housing Director

Daybreak; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Daybreak in Dayton, OH seeks a Senior Housing Director to lead all housing programs focused on youth, grounded in Housing First and trauma-informed care. The role oversees operations, staff performance, and cross-department collaboration to ensure safe, stable housing and full program utilization.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in social services or nonprofit leadership, plus 3+ years of supervision and 2+ years working with youth facing homelessness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field such as human services, social work, business management, criminal justice, psychology, sociology or related field is required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Eight years of experience in social services, nonprofit management, budgeting or program development is required, with focus on vulnerable populations preferred.
• Three years of supervisory experience is required.
• Two years working with youth/young adults, preferably those experiencing homelessness or housing instability, preferred.
• LSW or LISW preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management, coordination and performance of housing services to ensure youth-centered support aligned with Housing First for Youth.
• Ensure seamless transitions for youth from shelters to Daybreak’s housing program, maintaining occupancy.
• Develop clear communication and supervision with housing staff on policies, low-barrier/harm-reduction approaches, and documentation systems.
• Oversee contracts with landlords and partnerships to expand safe housing options and protect tenant rights.
• Ensure compliance with housing regulations, funder requirements and audits; manage budgets and subsidies.
• Track program effectiveness and outcomes using HMIS and data tools; drive continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: SeniorJob Location: Dayton, OH 45402Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelor's degreeSalary Range: $80,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: FirstJob Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Position Summary: The Housing Director is responsible for directing all aspects of Daybreak’s housing programs to ensure high-quality, youth-centered services grounded in Housing First for Youth and trauma-informed care principles. This role oversees program operations, staff performance, and cross-departmental coordination to support seamless transitions for youth into stable housing while maintaining full program utilization. The position ensures consistent implementation of low-barrier, harm-reduction practices; strong client engagement and documentation systems; and safe, compliant housing environments. Through effective supervision, policy implementation, and collaboration across the organization, the Director promotes stability, choice, and self-determination for young people experiencing homelessness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program Oversight & Service Delivery

• Oversee the management, coordination, and performance of all housing services to ensure high-quality, youth-centered support aligned with Housing First for Youth principles.
• Ensure seamless transitions for youth from shelters or the streets into Daybreak’s housing program, maintaining 100% occupancy based on individual needs and progress.
• Develop and maintain clear communication and supervision with housing staff to ensure:
  • Effective dissemination of policies and procedures.
  • A low-barrier, harm reduction approach to housing.
  • Efficient client management and documentation systems.
  • A youth-centered approach that prioritizes stability, choice, and self-determination.
• Ensure all housing units meet safety, habitability, and compliance standards in partnership with the facilities and finance departments.

Landlord & Community Partnerships

• Oversee and develop contracts with reputable landlords to:
  • Expand safe and youth-friendly housing opportunities, ensuring a variety of options for young people.
  • Advocate for clients by resolving conflicts and protecting tenant rights.
  • Maintain consistent and equitable requirements for both landlords and tenants to foster strong, supportive housing options for YYAs.
• Collaborate with local housing agencies, HUD, Fair Housing offices, Ohio Financial Agency to:
  • Ensure full compliance with housing regulations.
  • Oversee the leasing process, subsidy distribution, and termination processes.
  • Support Fair Housing Act compliance and tenant qualification

Regulatory Compliance & Financial Oversight

• Ensure housing programs comply with all funder and regulatory requirements, achieving projected outcomes and successful audits.
• Collaborate with the CCO to develop, implement, and monitor program budgets, ensuring financial efficiency.
• Oversee subsidy management, rent payments, and financial assistance, ensuring YYAs receive appropriate and timely support.
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting of program activities to meet compliance and auditing standards.
• Participate in the CARF accreditation process, ensuring program quality and adherence to best practices.

Continuous Quality Improvement

• Develop and implement systems to track program effectiveness, housing retention, and YYA outcomes using HMIS and other data tools.
• Collaborate with the COO and CCO to analyze data and develop solutions that improve service provision.
• Seek and integrate best practice models into Daybreak’s housing programs to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Grant & Funding Management

• Assist the leadership team in writing applicable sections of grant applications to secure funding.
• Prepare grant reports, analyze funding sources, and track program outcomes for management evaluation.
• Monitor budgets and collaborate on the preparation of grant applications and reports by compiling data and narratives as needed.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, business management, criminal justice, psychology, sociology or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university is required. Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of working experience in social services, non-profit management, budget management, or program development is required, experience focused on serving vulnerable or homeless population is preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience managing and leading others required.
• Two (2) years of experience working with youth and young adults, preferably those experiencing homelessness or housing instability preferred.
• LSW or LISW preferred