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Program Director II - Shared Homes

Seattle, United States

Overview:

Our Commitment to Equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

The Shared Homes, Program Director II will lead Social Impact Center Y’s service delivery and building oversight at the Bellevue House, Severson, and Stepping Stones located in Auburn, WA and Bellevue, WA. The Shared Homes have 19 transitional housing beds and 30 Rapid Rehousing slots across the three sites for young adults ages 18-24. The Shared Homes Program Director will supervise a team of Case Managers who will work directly with a caseload of residents, coordinate community service provider engagement, oversee volunteer support, manage and foster relationships with King County Regional Homelessness Authority and other community businesses, resources, and services. The Y Social Impact Center Y is the service provider that will provide young adult residents with direct services to achieve self-identified goals and increase stability in their lives. Evenings, Weekends, and overnight requirements will occur occasionally as needed. The ability to work occasionally out of the Y’s other Seattle/King County offices will also be an expectation of the position. This position will report to and work closely with Social Impact Center’s Program Director III of Facility-Based Housing and Homeless Services to manage and facilitate the programmatic vision, philosophy, and approach at the Shared Homes to meet our mission of accelerating young people’s ability to build safe, successful and happy lives.

This position is at the Social Impact Center Y, the social services branch of the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS). The mission of the Social Impact Center Y is to accelerate young people’s ability to build safe, successful, and happy lives. Every year, we serve 5,000 children, youth, young adults, and families across King County with programs that aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors, navigating systems toward successful life transition; ensuring stability, safety, and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center Y’s programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment. Many of the young people we serve have had involvement in the foster care, criminal justice system, and/or homelessness systems.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position with regular hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekends and evenings as needed.

What You'll Get from Working at The Y

Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Retirement with generous employer contributions
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services.
Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range: $83,000-$90,000 annually.

Responsibilities:

Oversee contracts, ensuring budgetary and programmatic compliance.
Establish new program activities and expand opportunities within the community following the Association and Branch strategic plans.
Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise housing case managers and volunteer’s development and leadership.
Advises the Program Director III, Sr. Program Director, and Leadership Team on key decisions related to King County housing and homeless services programs that align with the strategic plan, agency vision, mission, and values.
Seeks new strategic opportunities to grow YGS’ housing and homeless services in King County, including researching new grant opportunities and building relationships with funders and partners.
Fosters the integration of Social Impact Center Y’s housing and homeless services programs and staff within King County.
Leads the opportunities for youth and young adult voice into programming, including feedback on services at Roy Street Apartments.
Participate in the Housing Director Emergency On Call Rotation. This on call shift rotation takes place approximately every seven weeks for a one week period of time.
Compile program statistics and provide data and reports as required. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program and case management.
Provide leadership and support for Social Impact Center’s leadership team with project management and additional support in King County
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, schools, and agencies related to youth and young adult support programs.
Develop, produce, and distribute program information necessary to promote programs, following branch marketing.
Ensure that safety procedures are followed and that all staff comply with YMCA training requirements.
Ensure high-quality programming through innovative program development evaluations and ongoing training of staff.
Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

Qualifications:

A BA degree or higher in psychology, social services, or a related field, or any combination of education, experience, and measurable performance that demonstrates the capability to perform the duties of this position.
Previous experience managing housing contracts such as Transitional Housing and Rapid Rehousing
5+ years of professional or volunteer experience working with high-risk, system-involved (homeless, justice, behavioral health, foster care) youth and/or young adults or equivalent community-based or informal service to this youth/young adult population
2+ years of leadership and supervisory experience with teams, individual staff, or volunteers
Experience with program development, leadership development, contract management, and financial management.
Experience with and knowledge of youth behavior management and abuse prevention.
Accomplished project management expertise with proven execution of accomplishing deliverables in a timeline.
Broad knowledge of program areas, funders, and community partners.
Ability to handle multiple projects/tasks and juggle priorities while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to use good judgment to make sound decisions and resolve problems.
Ability to maintain confidential information and use discretion.
Ability to gain the cooperation of others, work effectively as a member of a team, and ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to work independently.
Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Lived experience with poverty, child welfare, homelessness, behavioral health, or youth violence and a desire to use that experience to improve the lives of others.
The ability to speak any language in addition to English

Authorized Driver Preference

This role has the potential to transport clients as an “authorized driver” for the YMCA using your own vehicle. To become an authorized driver, you must have had a driver's license for at least 3 years and with a driving record that meets Y standards (no more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years, no major incidents such as reckless driving, DUI/DWI, no tickets 20+ miles above the speed limit etc.). As driving roles are safety sensitive, you would also need pass a drug screen that will test for impairing substances including marijuana. Proof of current auto insurance, and current vehicle registration is also required. *Due to state-specific reporting requirements in our fleet management system, we are not currently able to enroll California Driver's License holders as Authorized Drivers.

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:

Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
Are very adaptable.
Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
Truly enjoy being of service to people.
Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.

OUR MISSION

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

OUR VALUES

Respect
Responsibility
Honesty
Caring
Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check in accordance with Washington's Fair Chance Act. Please download and review the below resources for more information:

(i) The updated 2025 requirements of 49.94.010:

https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=251099&hashed=1503034877

(ii) The WA attorney general's Washington fair chance act guide for employers and job applicants:

https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=251100&hashed=74689660

If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org.

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