The Organization:

Founded in 1956, Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas provides assistance to those in need by helping them help themselves. Our work strengthens both families and communities in the 21 counties we serve. We offer a wide range of specialized programs and services that span from the beginning to life’s end. We help with immediate survival needs including food, clothing and shelter. More than that, we educate, give guidance and provide resources that will result in long-term change. All services provided are based on need — not religion, race or nationality. Our vision is that our neighbors who are challenged by poverty of mind, body and spirit find the open door of Catholic Charities and are met with help, hospitality and hope. Our purpose is to animate the Gospel of Jesus Christ by putting love into action through specialized programs and services for those in need.

The Opportunity:

Successfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas as guided by the Catholic Social Teachings through the development, implementation and management of all housing programming. Provide leadership and direction to staff assigned to programs and ensure resources, training and tools are appropriate and assist in effective and efficient program delivery. The Senior Director will work collaboratively with case management staff, clients, and external partners to develop strategies surrounding eviction prevention programming, long-term housing solutions, and promote self-sufficiency through a trauma-informed care approach.

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Key Responsibilities:

•Demonstrate a passion for the mission of Catholic Charities

•Must be willing to perform by the agency’s values: love, patience, kindness, faithfulness, self- control and joy

•Catholic Charities promotes a diverse workforce. Employees are not required to be Catholic, however, employees of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas must understand that they are a visible representative of the Archdiocesan Church and as such will not publicly oppose the teachings of the Catholic Faith nor publicly advocate for any position in conflict with Catholic teaching, or the specific positions of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas or the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This requirement includes any public speech, demonstration, or writing including the use of social media or other digital technologies

•Must complete VIRTUS training, background screening, drug testing, and any ongoing training as required

•5+ years of non-profit management experience.

•3-5 years’ experience in community housing programming

•3+ years’ experience managing grants/compliance/budgets

•HUD Certified Housing Counselor credential preferred

•BS in Social Services or similar industry, Master’s preferred

•Bilingual a plus

•Knowledge of public policy and how it affects vulnerable populations

•Must be organized and detail oriented

•Ability to work effectively in an environment that is very diverse

•Must possess a valid Kansas or Missouri Driver’s license, dependable transportation, current vehicle insurance and a verified safe driving record.

Physical Requirements:

•Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, standing, bending and moving

•Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds

•May be exposed to infectious diseases

•Must have the physical ability to make visits to a variety of environments that may include walking on rough terrain and climbing stairs

•Must have physical ability to effectively communicate with others

•Must have the physical ability and appropriate licensure for driving

Essential Functions:

•Collaborate with the Executive team to develop housing strategies, program policies and procedures regarding the agency’s response to affordable housing and align with eviction prevention programming

•Develop, manage and direct programming pertaining to all assigned programs within the agency

•Maintain excellence in housing compliance and risk management including legal and regulatory policy, city, state and federal housing licensing and registration requirements as well as CCNEK grant requirements within Shalom House, Olathe Haven, and other housing projects as they develop

•Work with other Senior Leadership to integrate and expand programming as needs are identified

•Ensure effective collaboration with agency’s management and staff toward the planning and provision of services and establish synergies with related internal programs and external agencies to serve those in need

•Serve as part of the Mission Operations Leadership team to collaborate on both department needs and programming supports

•Develop and maintain relationships with governmental agencies, not-for-profit programs, private and public funding sources and businesses as necessary to successfully implement CCNEK’s housing goals and objectives

•Maintain close relationship and dialogue with regulatory agencies, including the county’s Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

•Serve a CCNEK’s housing liaison on community housing boards and collaboratives like the Housing Continuum of Care (COC)

•Interface with community groups, housing coalitions, and partners, providing outreach, promoting programs and developing MOU’s as necessary

•Develop, lead, and manage a high performing team of service professionals. Ensure all staff and volunteers are trained and certified to provide effective, efficient, high quality service to clients

•Monitor and maintain assigned program budgets across the agency, reviewing monthly detailed expense and income reports with team and work closely with them and accounting/compliance to develop and adhere to yearly budgets

•Deliver expected outputs and outcomes for assigned programs that include the assurance that all statistical information is collected, recorded accurately and timely in agency database

•Prepare reports and communications for the agency to promote public and internal understanding of programming (e.g., Agency health dashboard, grant reporting, etc.)

•Monitor and evaluate housing industry trends and best practices

•Other duties as assigned

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