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Sojourner's Executive Director

Charleston, West Virginia • Full-time
$57,000 - $60,000 annually
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About the Job
The Program:
YWCA Sojourner's Shelter for Homeless Women & Families provides emergency shelter and supportive services around the clock, every day of the year, for homeless single women, women with children, men with custody of their children, and intact families. This 75-bed facility offers a secure, healthy environment with crisis intervention, case management, and counseling to help individuals achieve long-term self-sufficiency. We maintain a successful recidivism rate of about five (5) percent annually, well below the national average of individuals returning to shelters. Children’s programs include computer and art classes, tutoring, drug-free education, supportive counseling, and field trips. Recovering from and preventing future homelessness is our goal for all who take shelter with us.

The Position:
  • The Executive Director oversees all shelter activity and ensures compliance with all state, federal, and funder requirements. 
  • This leader provides onsite supervision of all staff and residents. 
  • The Executive Director will collaborate with YWCA leadership to ensure the safety and sustainability of the shelter and its programming.
  • The ideal Executive Director will demonstrate a blend of resolute leadership and genuine compassion. 
  • This role requires setting firm boundaries and making difficult decisions, coupled with a deep commitment to serving our mission and those we support. 
  • If you possess both strength of conviction and a heart for service, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience in shelter leadership.
  • Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW), related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the homeless population and available community resources.
  • Financial management, grant monitoring and adherence, and budgetary experience.
  • Proven in supervisory, administrative, and management strategies.

Responsibilities:
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with partnering agencies
  • Experience in crisis management, including knowledge of de-escalation and intervention strategies.
  • Ability to develop and deliver community education programs on issues related to homelessness.
  • Knowledge of grant oversight, social service laws, regulations, and programs, and the ability to identify and develop relevant community resources.
  • The ability to multitask and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.
  • Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Must pass a criminal background check.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation: $57,000 to $60,000 annually.
    SINCE 1912,

    The YWCA Charleston has been fostering self-sufficiency and independence. Originally designed as safe lodging for young women from rural communities coming to Charleston to pursue careers, the YWCA has evolved into the city’s most diverse and comprehensive network of social service programs. YWCA programs, facilities, and services assist more than 5,000 individuals annually. Equal opportunity is given to all applicants. The YWCA was built upon our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women. We can continue to be successful when people are treated fairly and allowed to grow and achieve their potential. We take pride in treating people equally, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, blindness, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status.

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