Weekend Shelter Manager

Weekend Shelter Manager Dégagé Ministries Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $60,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Qualifications Management Bachelor's degree Restorative justice disciplinary approach Human Services Business Full Job Description Dégagé

Ministries:

Open Doors. Transform Lives. Dégagé Ministries serves people experiencing homelessness and poverty in Grand Rapids. We believe that every person was created in God's image and deserve the opportunity to use their gifts to serve their community.

The Mission Statement:

To reflect the love of Christ to all who come through our doors by building relationships and offering programs that foster dignity and respect.

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Shelter Manager is a management position with the responsibility for overseeing the operations of the Community Center and the Open Door Women's Center every Monday through Friday.

Hours:

Friday through Monday, 7:00am - 5:00pm. Needs to be available via phone overnight during the weekend for emergencies.

Reports to:

Shelter Director Direct Reports to the

Weekend Operations Manager:

All scheduled weekend staff in the Community Center, Kitchen, and Open Door Women's Center, as well as the scheduled weekend on-call team.

Compensation:

$55,000 - $60,000 depending on experience. Specific salary determined upon hiring process.

Benefits package includes:

health benefits, disability insurance, paid vacation, an Employee Assistance Program and Employee Emergency fund.

Qualifications:

Mission focused: the ability to reflect the love of Christ to all who come through our doors by building relationships and offering programs that foster dignity and respect. The ability to communicate and give direction clearly both verbally and in writing. The ability to provide staff with the necessary support and resources. The ability to empower others to carry out the work with excellence. The ability to make decisions that support the organization's mission. The ability to create and implement solutions to big and small problems. Proven work experience as an Operations Manager or similar role preferred. A bachelor's degree in human services or business preferred. Emotionally mature and resilient and the ability to work in high pressure environments with people experiencing homelessness. The ability to create and maintain restorative relationships using Restorative Practices. This means not doing things to or for people, but with people. The ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment. The ability to manage environmental, medical, and behavioral emergencies. The ability to hold others accountable and to be accountable to the organization. A growth mindset, which is eager for growth, critique, and eager for excellence. The ability to delegate, organize, and prioritize independently. The ability to collaborate well with other team members. The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities:

Ensure all weekend operations of Dégagé Ministries are carried out following all the policies and procedures of the ministry. Ensure all Shelter Support Staff are following protocols and procedures, enforcing rules in a restorative manner. Supervise weekend Safety, Kitchen, and Open Door Women's Center staff Friday through Sunday. Supervise the weekend on call staff and call them in if needed to cover open shifts due to sick calls. Be available via phone overnight to answer any concerns from night staff. Lead staff to maintain a clean and safe environment focused on supporting clients of Dégagé Ministries as they strive for housing and employment goals. Work with staff to prevent behavioral incidents and respond to behavioral incidents using Restorative Practices and Ryan Dowd Core Homelessness Training. Work with the Operations Director to improve operational systems of the ministry. Work collaboratively with the Weekday Shelter Manager to ensure continuity of care between the weekdays and weekends at the ministry. Respond to all emergencies and ensure emergency protocols are implemented. Complete a weekend report each week for the Leadership Team. Attend Management and All-Staff Meetings. Attend Department meetings as requested.

Commitment:

This is an "at will" position. There is no length of tenure of employment implied or stated. Within the hiring process, Dégagé conducts a pre-employment screening including a criminal background check and verification of work history.

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 3% Match Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off

Work Location:

In person