What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager of Refugee Services (Niagara Falls) position at Jewish Family Services of Western New York?
Do you have a passion for welcoming refugees to WNY and making sure that they have the tools to empower them to become self-sufficient? Do you have demonstrated experience of working effectively and sensitively with this population? Do you have a human service background, leadership, and program management? If so, then this position provides a unique and rewarding opportunity for you to make a difference in the lives of many.
WHY JOIN JFS?
Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. For more than 150 years, we have been committed to providing high quality services to all in need in the interest of helping to "repair the world." Our services are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness, and positive self-worth. Our reputation is the result of our amazing staff. This is why, in addition to offering competitive compensation and truly exceptional benefits, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive work environment in which all employees are able to contribute their best.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
In this role, you'll oversee all operations of the Refugee Services team for our Niagara Falls program including administrative and client financial management, service delivery, staffing, training, and compliance. You'll build community awareness and partnerships, and provide leadership to staff, interns and a team of volunteers
This work includes representing the agency and its programs with local partners, identifying programmatic requirements and ensuring adherence to funder parameters as well as reporting requirements. You'll draft and implement policies, procedures and protocols and update, streamline and maintain a system for financial tracking, grant reporting and overall quality improvement.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field or combination of education and experience in the refugee services or human services area
- Background working in refugee services, education, or human services
- 1-3 years of program management experience
- Experience with programs development at nonprofit agencies
- Knowledgeable of the local service provider network, particularly related to refugee services, education, and/or mental health services
- Previous supervisory experience is a plus
- Exhibited ability to effectively work within an inclusive and culturally and linguistically diverse environment
- Ability to interpret and respond to program and grant guidelines
- Strong internet research and computer skills
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
The annual salary range for this position is $55k - $58.5k (mid-range) dependent on experience and language skills. This position also offers great benefits including 4 weeks accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) within first year plus 13 paid holidays, excellent health insurance options (IHA), 401k, life insurance, EAP and much more. We also have a reduced 35 hour work week with an early close on Fridays.
Since this position works within Erie and Niagara counties (with a focus on Niagara Falls), you must have a reliable vehicle, a clean driver's license, required liability insurance levels of 100/300K. Additionally, you must be able to produce evidence of having received the Covid-19 vaccine.
If this sounds like the growth opportunity that you've been looking for, apply today! Come join our team and make a difference in your career and within the community!
Salary : $55 - $59