Residential Services Manager

San Diego Organizing Project; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(K) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Days

Job summary

Center for Community Solutions is seeking a Residential Services Manager to oversee two domestic violence shelters, lead staff, coordinate programming, and ensure trauma-informed, compliant service delivery. The role requires strong leadership, collaboration with partners, and experience in crisis intervention.

Location is in the San Diego area with on-site operations and a hybrid option after proficiency. The position emphasizes safety, advocacy, and the delivery of high-quality client care for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, criminal justice, public health, or equivalent.
• Complete California State-approved Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training and 12+ hours annual training.
• Minimum three years direct services experience with IPV, sexual assault, housing programs, and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for East and North County shelter sites.
• Lead, train, supervise shelter staff across both locations.
• Coordinate timekeeping and personnel documentation for direct reports.
• Manage shelter volunteers and coordinate shelter programming.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, funder requirements, and reporting.
• Participate in after-hours on-call leadership rotation.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Development

Communication

Time Management

Conflict Resolution

Ethical Practice

Cultural Diversity

Tech Literacy

Education

Bachelor’s in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Virtual platforms

Job description

Help create a safe place where survivors could begin again.

Who we are:

Since 1969, Center for Community Solutions (CCS) has been creating safe and healthy communities with a core emphasis on the prevention and intervention of sexual assault and relationship violence. Our mission is to end relationship and sexual violence.

Our mission is to end relationship and sexual violence.

Who you are:

You are a compassionate, confident, and mission-driven leader who understands that a domestic violence shelter is more than a place to stay—it is a place where safety, stability, and new beginnings can take root. You bring the experience and judgment to lead residential services while creating an environment where survivors and staff feel respected, supported, and safe. Most importantly, you believe survivors deserve safety, dignity, choice, and the opportunity to build a future on their own terms.

The Job:

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Housing and Advocacy Services Director, the Residential Services Manager oversees the daily operations and service delivery of the North and East County domestic violence emergency shelters, Hidden Valley House and Project Safe House. This position provides leadership and supervision to residential staff, supports client assessment and advocacy services, and helps ensure implementation of trauma-informed and best-practice service standards. The Residential Services Manager coordinates staffing and program operations while maintaining compliance with agency policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements, and fosters collaborative relationships with community partners and stakeholders.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee daily operations for East and North County shelter sites, including facility inspections, maintenance coordination, vendor management, supply inventory, unit turnover, and ensuring communication resources remain operational.
• Coordinate with landlords, vendors, CCS leadership, and other appropriate parties regarding facility maintenance, repairs, safety concerns, and operational needs.
• Lead, train, supervise, and support shelter staff across both locations, including case oversight, staff development, scheduling, coverage coordination, performance management, and oversight of holidays, evenings, weekends, and vacation coverage.
• Coordinate timekeeping, reimbursements, and related personnel documentation for direct reports in accordance with agency standards and deadlines.
• Manage and support shelter volunteers, including orientation and assignment of site-specific duties.
• Develop and coordinate shelter programming and supportive activities, including children’s activities, support groups, social events, and staff case review sessions.
• Facilitate bi-weekly case review and team meetings to support collaboration, resource sharing, problem-solving, and quality client care.
• Complete, review, and maintain accurate program documentation, client records, funder reports, grant-related data, and staff data entry to ensure compliance with agency and funding requirements.
• Manage petty cash, gift cards, in-kind donations, and related documentation, including donor coordination, tracking, and required paperwork.
• Provide training to staff, volunteers, community partners, and residential staff on sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, and housing-related advocacy and Crisis Intervention Training requirements.
• Participate in an after-hours on-call leadership rotation to respond to staff needs, crises, emergencies, and safety concerns, including medical emergencies, mental health crises, fires, and flooding.
• Attend and participate in applicable auxiliary, community, and regional meetings related to residential and advocacy services.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, criminal justice, public health, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Complete California State-approved Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training, complete a minimum of 12 hours of ongoing training per year as required (or must complete upon hire).

Experience:

Minimum three (3) years of direct services experience with intimate partner violence, sexual assault, housing programs, child abuse issues, family violence intervention, and/or crisis intervention.

Preferred Experience:

• Managing and supporting a domestic violence residential program.
• Bilingual/Multilingual fluency in one or more languages (oral and written)
• Developing, maintaining, and strengthening community partnerships and collaborative relationships.
• Knowledge of residential housing resources and systems such as Continuum of Care (CoC) and homelessness.

Core Competencies:

• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to agency policies and protocols related to the security of electronic client service records.
• Program & Shelter Operations Management
• Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Training & Staff Development
• Organizational & Time Management Skills
• Conflict Resolution & De-escalation
• Confidentiality & Ethical Practice
• Adaptability & Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities
• Proficient use of technologies such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Virtual platforms, and other web-based platforms.
• Must demonstrate respect for cultural diversity in all its forms, including ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, genders, and religious backgrounds

Working Environment:

This job operates in-person in a communal housing facility. Must maintain personal cell phone for work-related purposes. Ability to work in intimate partner violence (IPV), sexual assault (SA), and stalking fields. Working conditions may include possible exposure to communicable diseases related to those typically found in communal housing. This position is classified as critical and essential under Public Health Authority. Hybrid-model eligible after demonstrated operational proficiency; schedule to be determined in coordination and approval by supervisor.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to carry up to 50lbs.

Travel:

Travel between East and North County shelter sites (approximately 50% within San Diego County). Must have reliable transportation available for work-related purposes.

Work Hours:

Generally, 8:30am to 5:30pm with some night and weekends hours. Must be available to attend required training, team meetings and provide client services, as needed.

Benefits:

We care for those who care for our community. We offer a competitive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and professional growth. Some examples of benefits you can enjoy:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time - 40 hours per year
• Wellness Days
• 15 Paid Holidays
• Floating Holiday
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury & Witness Duty
• Paid Reproductive Loss Leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance HMO/PPO/Cross Border Plan
• Flexible Spending Account - Health + Dependent Care
• Supplemental benefits (e.g., Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, etc.)
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Plan - 401(K) with up to 6% Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Calm App membership
• Paid Leadership trainings - varied topics
  .....and more

As a nonprofit organization committed to embracing inclusive practices, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and organizational needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where all individuals feel respected, supported, and empowered to contribute to our mission.