Shelter Manager

Overview

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong and communities are vibrant.

LSF is seeking a talented Shelter Manager who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.

The Shelter Manager seeks to support the mission of LSF by managing and evaluating the Shelter program and staff and assumes primary responsibility for program implementation and maintenance of quality services. This is a direct care position.

• Monitors daily operation of all Shelter functions.
• Assures Shelters meets or exceeds all licensing, quality assurance and fiscal requirements promulgated by Children & Families, Department of Juvenile Justice and other such agencies.
• Monitors employment and training of staff so as to assure that maximum services are provided.
• Serves as programmatic liaison to Department of Children & Families, Department of Juvenile Justice, schools, social service agencies and juvenile courts to promote positive, cooperative relationships.
• Oversees program development and growth.
• Oversees preparation and monitoring of Shelter budget.
• Monitors Currie House & Hope House program for contract compliance.
• Networks with a wide variety of community organizations and funders.
• Responds to both staff and clients to ameliorate any problems.
• Assures that the statistical date and reports for assigned programs is collected, processed and submitted to appropriate agencies in a timely manner.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
• Manages salaries and performance in compliance with the agency’s compensation plan.
• Manages program operation in accordance with assigned budgets.
• All other duties as assigned.

Must have a high level of energy, be adaptable to irregular hours, and be flexible to rotate on-call as needed, be able to travel as required.

BA/BS required. Master's degree in human services is preferred.

Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience, including 3 years administrative experience in programs serving troubled youth and families.

Must possess demonstrated leadership and administrative abilities; be able to develop and monitor contracts; be able to work effectively with others; be a good team player; present self well in public; be an effective communicator; and function well with a minimum of supervision.

Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

• Reports to Regional Director.
• Team player with co-workers, corporate staff, local, regional and state agencies.
• Cost effective preparation and management of assigned program budgets.
• Adherence to all license and quality assurance standards.
• Accurate and timely submission of required statistical reports.
• Effective staff management and leadership.
• Adherence to all agency policies and procedures.

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need.
Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
• 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
  • Note:
    
    Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ
• 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement

LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements.

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