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Essential Functions •Manage the daily operations of the Residence site including facilities, crisis management, service connection, exercising independent decision making and delegating tasks to volunteers and resident peer leaders•Work collaboratively with Supervisor - Residence Coordinators on programming that fosters a safe environment, promotes personal stability and community, including life skills workshops, community-building events•Support Senior staff with Resident Club activities, coordinating enrichment and wellness activities with Peer Leaders and volunteers •Ensure the safety of the residents and security of the building by conducting regular building rounds and enforcing policies that monitor visitors and guests•Inform and build upon treatment plans that increase housing retention among the residents through regular case consultations, while practicing best practices in Trauma Informed Care, Harm Reduction, and Critical Time Intervention •Help develop and manage policies and procedures as they relate to services that improve resident Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including transportation, medication management, laundry, and other personal needs•Collaborate with the Administrative Department to ensure the safety and maintenance of the facilities, and provide leadership during facility emergencies •Manage conflicts and personal emergencies experienced by the residents•Provide supervision to interns and volunteers in the provision of services as assigned•Provide direct service to the residents including life-skills coaching, transportation, and inter-personal conflict resolution•Develop and maintain relationships with residents, staff and local service providers and participate in community meetings •Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Travel Minimal travel is expected for this position for training and enrichment activities Work Remotely No, must be on-site only Required Education and Experience •High school diploma or GED.•Two years of experience working with similar populations or homeless-related services Required Knowledge/Skills/Position Qualifications •Familiarity with supportive housing or other residential or shelter facilities in Los Angeles strongly preferred•Knowledge of issues related to women’s homelessness, mental illness, chronic health issues, and older adults preferred•Ability to exercise and model good judgment, especially in crisis situations•Strong written and oral communication skills required; proven ability to communicate with diverse audiences•Strong multi-tasking skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required•Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead a diverse group of staff, interns, and volunteers•Detail-oriented, highly organized, able to manage multiple tasks and priorities, and set and meet goals and deadlines•Cultural humility.•Must be a CA resident and live no more than 80 miles from DWC; must be available for in-person meetings at DWC.•Must provide documentation of a negative TB test result within the last twelve months, on first day of hire.