Job Description

Job Description

A leading nonprofit organization in New York City is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to serve as Vice President at one of their women's shelters in Brooklyn . This site serves approximately 200 single adult women , many with mental health or substance use challenges, and requires a strong, hands-on leader who can balance compassion with structure.

About the Opportunity:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 35 hours/week
• Setting: Women's Shelter (Single Adult)
• Assignment: 3-month temp-to-perm

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all daily operations and compliance for the Women's Shelter
• Supervise Assistant Program Director, Case Manager Supervisors, and front-line staff
• Develop and implement effective systems to streamline communication and delegation
• Manage facility maintenance, security, and inspection readiness
• Partner with DHS, funders, and internal leadership on audits and reporting
• Ensure trauma-informed, de-escalation-focused responses to resident crises
• Uphold high standards for safety, documentation, and program outcomes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
• 3+ years of shelter or social service management experience
• Strong leadership, organization, and crisis-management skills
• Experience working with high-need or MICA populations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Desired Skills:

• Expertise in de-escalation and trauma-informed supervision

• Ability to build and sustain systems in fast-paced environments
  

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