The Director of Housing will oversee Restore’s housing program, including people leadership, strategy, financial management, impact evaluation, and partner collaboration.
About Restore NYC
Restore is a nonprofit organization that makes freedom real for survivors of trafficking in the United States. Our vision is a world free from trafficking and a life of hope, restoration, and flourishing for every survivor. Learn more about us on our website.
Our Values
We depend on God / We pursue impact / We execute with excellence / We care for each other / We can’t do it alone / The survivor drives our approach
Diversity & Inclusion: The Foundation to Making Freedom Real
Restore's mission is to make freedom real for survivors of trafficking in the United States. To do that, we desire a staff team more representative of the survivors we serve — almost all of whom are Black, Latina, and/or immigrants. Applicants from these underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applicants who have lived experience of trafficking or labor exploitation.
About The Position
Reporting to the Chief Program Officer, the Director of Housing is responsible for an ever-growing housing model to address a diverse spectrum of housing needs for survivors of trafficking. The Director of Housing will lead all aspects of the Restore housing program including people leadership, strategy, financial management, impact evaluation and development, and partner collaboration (e.g. landlords, hotels, shelters, etc.)
Specific Responsibilities
Lead Restore’s housing program, including supervision of the housing team
Oversee development and oversight of the housing budget on a yearly, mid-year, and monthly basis
Analyze key outcomes across housing services and iterate based on findings to improve program quality
Execute all housing-specific grants (government and private) per stated program deliverables and approved budgets, including providing detailed program reporting
Identify barriers to housing stability and create solutions to reduce barriers and link survivors to resources and services as it relates to housing
Implement “Housing First” philosophy and strategies in housing interventions
Implement “Low-barrier” model to access housing
Formulate strategies to cultivate strong relationships and partnerships with community stakeholders (e.g., hotels, hostels, shelters, landlords, management companies, etc.) to foster cross-sector collaboration. This aims to enhance independent and emergency housing opportunities for program participants
Develop comprehensive internal policies and procedures for the Housing Program as well as provide updates as needed
Conduct research on housing program regulations and industry standards
Represent Restore externally on housing-related committees, task forces, and special projects as relevant
Ensure clear communication and training of new policies to all relevant staff across programs
Participate in the Restore Leadership team meetings
Practice trauma-informed, culturally- and linguistically- -sensitive, survivor-centered practices in all interactions with clients, staff, service provider organizations, and other stakeholders
Experience
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and external partnerships
Experience in the field of housing, NYC housing subsidies, landlord and property management engagement with a thorough understanding of tenant’s and landlord rights and responsibilities
Proficiency in trauma-informed care
Demonstrated knowledge of community resources, social service agencies, and landlords
Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to meet a demanding workload
Critical thinker with a strategic mindset with the ability to provide thought leadership
Team player with the proven ability to influence and collaborate with others to drive results
Established knowledge of residential, non-residential, and supportive housing services and shelter models
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to represent the organization externally across a wide range of stakeholders and constituencies
Requirements
Affirm the Nicene Creed and attend a Christian church
4+ years of leadership experience
3+ years of prior experience in one or more of the following service areas: trauma-informed care, survivors of human trafficking, survivors of gender-based violence, immigrant/refugee population, homelessness
Experience managing multiple grants (OVW or HUD preferred)
Master’s Degree in social service-related field (strongly preferred)
Excellent knowledge of New York City housing and social services systems
Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and empowerment
Compensation
The salary range is $90,000- $100,000. Restore provides a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) matching, HSA/FSA, 15 vacation days, 4 spiritual retreat days, unlimited health days, parental leave, a flex-time policy, and major medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance, as well as commuter benefits.
Job Location
This job is based in New York City and is hybrid.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Restore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
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