Youth Housing Program Manager

Company: Cocoon House
Location: Everett
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Job Description:

Description:
At Cocoon House we empower young people, families, and communities in Snohomish County to break the cycle of homelessness through outreach, housing, and prevention. Currently, our Youth Housing program is looking for people to fill the important role of the Transitions Program Manager. This position oversees the Cocoon Transitional Living Program, a program that provides housing for up to 20 teens and young people. You will get the opportunity to support and supervise staff, oversee the intakes and exits of youth, help ensure case plans are supportive and youth focus, help make sure data is collected and input on time and make sure the program is in compliance with licensing and contract requirements. Our Transitions Program Manager....

• Coordinate with Director and state social workers to facilitate entrances of new residents. Assure appropriate use of beds and adequate census.
• Oversee initial intake and assessment of all youth and the development of individual goal plans.
• Assure access to education and other opportunities for youth.
• Provide feedback concerning policy, procedures and programs.
• Ensure facility is in compliance with licensing and grant standards, including regarding program logs, youth files, medication audits, and other licensing files.
• Participate in on-call rotation to support Youth Housing programs and cover After-Hours Supervisor vacancies as needed.
• Follow mandated reporter requirements by documenting incidents and calling CPS. Follow-up on CPS and non-CPS incidents.
• Be available to staff for emergency consultation. Assess dangerous or emergency situations. Respond appropriately. What does a shift look like? Full-Time
  • Monitor staff follow-through on tasks, policies and procedures. Provide supportive leadership to staff. Conduct employee performance reviews at least once yearly. Complete necessary employee paperwork.
  • Screen, interview, hire, train and supervise Transitions staff.
  • Coordinate with Housing Program Managers and the Director of Youth Housing to provide consistent support among housing programs.
  • Oversee proper collection of data and compliance on contracts and licensing; generate reports.
  • Support Cocoon House's commitment to create a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and maintain a high level of commitment to ensuring racial equity in the program.
  • Oversee day-to-day operations, shift coverage, and reporting facility and maintenance needs. Benefits:
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision health options with employer contribution
    • 403(b) retirement plan
    • 21 days of PTO accrued in first year
    • 10 agency-recognized holidays
    • Paid training & testing: CPR/first aid, food handler's permit, blood borne pathogens, abuse awareness, TB testing, and additional in-depth practical trainings Pay Scale: $54,000-$62,000 DOE
      
      Requirements:
      Cocoon House will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities upon request. Candidates with lived experience, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply! Requirements General:
      • Must be 21 years of age or older
      • Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree AND 2 years of fulltime experience working with youth, or 5 years of fulltime experience working with youth.
      • At least 1 year of management experience, leading and supervising a team.
      • DSHS background clearance
      • Acceptable driver's abstract with no more than 2 violations within last 3 years
      • Possess a valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation
      • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination(s) Physical:
        • Ability to effectively communicate with all internal and external clients
        • Be able to hear voices and alarms.
        • Ability to read and comprehend a variety of materials
        • Ability to operate phone, computer, and record information for files and logs
        • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
        • Must have ability to run up and down indoor and outdoor stairwells in case of youth emergency.
        • Go up and down stairs PI196973288

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