Provides leadership and directs the operations of one or more Akin service site(s). Ensures Akin community visibility through active participation in appropriate provider organizations and funding bodies. May be asked to assist Regional Director with basic activities related to resource development. Ensures effective and efficient utilization of personnel, fiscal resources, facilities, and monitors program(s) performance. Develops a local strategic plan in alignment with the agency plan. Responsible for implementing priorities within the strategic plan. Has access to protected healthcare information (PHI) or confidential identifiable information (CII), both paper and electronic, as necessary, to perform related job duties and responsibilities.
Essential Functions
Management
Promotes service activities and Akin visibility through community activities
Promotes Akin advocacy and systems change goals in coalitions, advocacy groups and professional groups both through direct participation and by supporting employee members participating in these groups
Works with the Finance and Accounting team to monitor the community budget
Organizes and ensures appropriate operations of one or more service sites
Monitors all funding and other contracts for compliance, concerns and opportunities and informs the appropriate Akin management of any pertinent information
Coordinates and implements planning and evaluation of programs and assists with research projects
Ensures that all records and statistics for one or more service sites are appropriately maintained
Administration/Planning
Participates in administrative activities, e.g., leadership team meetings, management meetings, and facility planning
May be asked to assist Regional Director with community activities related to resource development, including, but not limited to, the development of grants, foundations, and public and private contracts
Supervises facilities management, including maintenance, development of lease agreements, and capital improvements for one or more service sites in conjunction with the Director of Facilities
Supervision
Provides leadership, direction, and supervision to Program employee at one or more service sites
Maintains regular supervisory meetings with individual employee to review work assignments
Maintains a working knowledge of service activities and, in partnership with Program Employee, implements best-practice standards
Provides an annual performance evaluation of all employee
Other
Must possess strong human relations skills to communicate and work within a culturally diverse work environment and community
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Requires an ability to hire, effectively lead, manage, coach, and discipline employee
Must possess knowledge and skills in social service or nonprofit management
Must possess strong human-relations skills to communicate effectively with employee, management and community
Skills in community organizing and liaison
Proficient in MS Office
Requires an ability to work independently and to organize and prioritize responsibilities
Understanding and experience in the provision of services to a diverse socioeconomic and cultural population
Ability to embrace and support Akin’s commitment to fostering an inclusive organization
Working Environment
This job is performed in a professional office environment. The following list is representative of the work environment employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job:
Moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, printers, phones)
Typical office lighting and temperatures
Moderate interruptions
Ability to work in a confined area
Ability to sit at a computer for an extended period
Limited travel to other site locations within the state
Working Remotely
Working remotely is a benefit of Akin’s flexible workplace, but remote work cannot be offered for all positions. Some positions require daily presence in the office. Remote work arrangements may be adjusted or rescinded based upon business needs.
Physical Demands
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard; occasionally to reach, stoop and kneel
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
Regular, predictable attendance is required
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications
5 years related experience at managerial level, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required
Community-based experience in social service or nonprofit agencies
Demonstrated supervisory experience that reflects progressive responsibilities in hiring, firing, training, performance management, conflict resolution and disciplinary counseling
Experience working directly with children, youth, and family programs
Requires experience and training in management, administration, and/or planning
Experience and skill in community organizing and community liaison
Experience in providing services to a diverse socioeconomic and cultural population
Successful completion of a criminal background check
Successful completion of a drivers check if position requires driving on a regular basis (at least three times per week) or drives clients. Must not have more than two driving incidents within the last three years
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree
Salary Range And Benefits
The salary range for this position is $71,438 - $104,243. The starting salary range for this position is $71,438 - $79,639 DOE for external candidates.
Full-time employees will also receive 10 days of vacation leave each year, three Employee Appreciation Day each year, and will accrue one sick day per month (pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees will also enjoy 15 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. We also offer EAP and mental health benefits.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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