Job Description
Management - Full-time
Job description:
Mission Statement: Motivated by the love of Christ, we promote abundant life by providing holistic services to women and men affected by unplanned pregnancy.
Position Title: Women’s Center Director
Position type: Staff (full-time, salaried)
Department: Client Services
Reports to: Vice President of Client Services
Basic Function: The Women’s Center Director manages day-to-day operations of Alpha Women’s Center (AWC) in alignment with the approved policies and procedures of Alpha Grand Rapids (AGR); oversees administrative duties for client services, volunteer coordination, and staff support across Support Services, Educational Services, and Material Resources departments; utilizes extensive social work expertise to address a wide spectrum of client needs. The core responsibilities include client services staff/volunteer supervision, program development, women’s center daily operations, social work support.
Key Responsibilities:
Center Management:
- Coordinate daily operations of AWC, ensuring alignment with AGR’s core values.
- Implement and maintain consistent policies, procedures, and forms for all departments.
- Act as a social work expert for AWC and Alpha Men’s Center (AMC), collaborating with relevant department heads.
- Provide managerial support, supervision, and direction to AWC staff.
- Identify training needs for staff and volunteers and establish a training plan.
Client Management:
- Recruit clients and collaborate with the Marketing team on promotional materials.
- Offer counsel to staff and volunteers for managing difficult client situations.
- Manage cases, issue reports, and maintain relationships with clients.
Medical Involvement:
- Acts as a social work support to the medical department for patients and staff.
- Trained in urine pregnancy tests procedures and will provide services if no medical staff available for walk-ins or scheduled appointments.
Volunteer Management:
- Support program managers in volunteer engagement and management.
- Communicate policies, provide orientation, and organize training for volunteers.
- Assist in AGR’s volunteer training program and recruitment process.
Program Management:
- Oversee and manage Support Services, Educational Services, and Material Resources.
- Establish program policies, assess effectiveness, and track outcomes.
- Develop and implement client satisfaction surveys and maintain partnerships for referrals.
Other
- This position is required to attend certain fundraising and volunteer events and additional events if asked. Please see the link for specific requirements. Staff Event Attendance Requirements.xlsx
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s of Social Work (BSW), Master of Social Work (MSW), Licensed or Limited Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW/LLMSW) (preferred), or relevant experience.
- At least five years of social work experience, including leadership roles and expertise in volunteer management, program development, and communications.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong organizational, administrative, and managerial skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent leadership and communication abilities.
- Ability to handle diverse responsibilities, manage time effectively, and work independently.
- Ability to professionally and effectively communicate with employees, volunteers, donors, clients, patients, and the public.
- Ability to be flexible, quick on your feet, and can pivot as daily interruptions come up.
Essential Requirements:
- Belief in the sanctity of human life and demonstrated emotional and spiritual maturity.
- Committed Christian attending a local church in full agreement with AGR’s values.
- Respect for diversity and confidentiality.
- Refer to AGR Employee Handbook for guidelines.
- Exercise judgment while working closely with other directors.
Pay: $57,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year
Ramp-Up Time: Six months.
Application Process
If interested, please email, or mail a resume and cover letter to:
hr@alphagrandrapids.org
Attn: Valerie Probst
Alpha Grand Rapids
1725 Division Ave S
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
For questions, please call 616.459.9955.
Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person