Position Summary: This position leads the management and development of social services provided through the Grand Valley Area Command in Kent County, Michigan and supports service integration. The Director will lead and support social service staff and will facilitate positive and productive internal and external relationships. This work includes services in case management, energy assistance, food security, housing and homeless services, and spiritual care.
This position is responsible for the fiscal oversight of Kent County Social Services (KCSS) programs including contract management, negotiations, and budget preparation.
Essential Responsibilities:
Maintain open and effective communication with all Kent County program units and with Grand Valley Area Command (GVAC).
Support service integration and cross referral between The Salvation Army programs as needed and
Participate in workgroups and committees within the community to engage the various service
Be familiar with community resources and collaborate with collateral
Serve as staff liaison to divisional headquarters, Kent County corps, and advisory
Oversee all agency proposals and contracts; actively pursue new funding
Ensure that data resources are kept current and
Represent agency on community boards and task
In collaboration with the Kent County Development Office, develop and implement a marketing
Oversee the Program and Services Committee for Kent County.
Performs other duties as
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
Master's degree in social work from an accredited university.
Fully licensed professional required LMSW.
Five years of full-time administrative and supervisory experience including budget development, fiscal management, and experience in a human service setting required
Experience with low-income populations preferred
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
