Director of Housing Services

Presbyterian Night Shelter is known for serving the homeless in greatest need: those who have no other places to go.  Those who present the greatest challenge to our community are welcome here.  As the largest homeless shelter in Tarrant County, we serve approximately 1,000 men, women and children each night.

Presbyterian Night Shelter staff members strive with mutual respect and compassion to serve with integrity, taking responsibility for our actions to foster hope in the journey from homeless to home.

Job Summary

Responsible for oversite of all housing programs including Housing Solutions permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing support services such housing services and future projects, and Family/Individual Rapid Exit (FIRE) program.  Directly supervises program managers of all housing programs including future projects.  Responsible for ensuring smooth operations of HMIS data entry, intake processes, and housing retention.  Resource for campus staff in all areas related to housing:  identification of housing, securing housing, and maintaining housing.  As a member of management, support administrative leadership team including Vice Presidents of Programs, Operations, Finance, Development, Human Resources, and Workforce & Career Development, and the Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in social service or related field required.  Master’s degree in Social Work preferred.  Minimum of 5-7 years supervisory experience in social services with homeless services strongly preferred.

Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of program management experience.

Must have experience with homeless or transient population and/or residential population experiencing substance abuse disorders or mental illness.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel is required.

Valid driver license and proof of liability insurance is required.

This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits.  Email cover letter and resume to klotspeich@journeyhome.org , no phone calls please.

Presbyterian Night Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer