Director of Programs – South Dade at Camillus House Inc

Leisure City, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Leadership, Compliance Monitoring, Fiscal Management, Staff Supervision, Team Building, Partnership Development, Data Analysis, HUD Regulations, CoC Compliance, Budgeting, Housing First Principles, Continuum of Care, HMIS, Problem-Solving, Communication, Bilingual Proficiency

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Who We Are At Camillus House, we are driven by our mission to serve the poor and homeless in South Florida. Guided by the teachings of St. John of God, we provide a wide range of services, including housing, healthcare, addiction treatment, and mental health support. Our core values —Hospitality, Quality, Respect, Spirituality, and Responsibility— are at the heart of everything we do, helping us restore dignity and hope to those in need. Who You Are You are a mission-driven, results-oriented housing professional with extensive experience leading affordable housing and supportive housing programs. You excel at developing strong partnerships, navigating complex funding and compliance requirements, and building high-performing teams. You thrive in balancing strategic leadership with operational oversight and are deeply committed to Housing First principles, the continuum of care, and creating pathways to stability for vulnerable populations. With strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, you are eager to bring your expertise to advance Camillus House’s mission in South Dade. What You’ll Do As the Director of Programs – South Dade, you will oversee day-to-day program operations, compliance, and strategic direction of our housing programs in the southern region of Miami-Dade County. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Programs, you will ensure high-quality service delivery, sound fiscal management, and alignment with best practices in housing and homeless services. This position works closely with the Property Management team to ensure balanced delivery of services and retention in housing. Your responsibilities include: Program Leadership & Oversight: Manage the programmatic elements of supportive housing programs in South Dade, ensuring effective service delivery. Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with HUD, CoC, federal, state, and local housing regulations, as well as grant and contractual obligations. Budget & Financial Accountability: Oversee program budgets, ensuring proper allocation and expenditure of funds in alignment with grant requirements. Staff Leadership & Development: Recruit, train, supervise, and support program staff; foster a collaborative, mission-focused team culture that prioritizes accountability and professional growth. Partnerships & Community Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with landlords, housing providers, community organizations, and government agencies to expand housing opportunities. Data & Performance Management: Monitor program performance, analyze outcomes, and prepare reports for internal leadership and external stakeholders; recommend improvements based on data trends. Policy & Best Practices: Stay informed on emerging housing policies, funding opportunities, and best practices, integrating them into program operations. Crisis Response: Provide leadership in emergency response, crisis intervention, and urgent housing-related issues as needed. Other Duties as Assigned. Requirements What You’ll Bring Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field (Bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience may be considered). Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in housing programs, affordable housing, or rental assistance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role. Strong knowledge of HUD regulations, tenant-based rental assistance, permanent supportive housing, and other housing-related funding streams. Demonstrated experience in compliance monitoring, budgeting, and program reporting. Proven understanding of the homeless continuum of care system, coordinated entry processes, and Housing First principles. Excellent leadership, team-building, and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor staff. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HMIS, and data management systems. Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) strongly preferred; Creole a plus. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to housing sites as needed. Successful completion of background screening. Work Schedule & Environment Full-time, non-remote position (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM), with flexibility required for evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call needs. Work performed in both office settings and at housing sites. Requires ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and periods of standing, walking, or bending. Moderate noise level environment. What We Offer Comprehensive Medical Plans (PPO & HMO options) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance GAP Insurance (fully paid by employer) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Coverage Employer-paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Long-Term Care Insurance Proactive Health Management Plan (PHMP) Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for personal and work-life issues Pet Insurance (Nationwide) Paid Vacation Time Paid Sick Time Paid Federal Holidays Paid Floating Holidays Equal Opportunity Employer Camillus House is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, valuing diversity, and fostering a culture of equity.

Responsibilities

The Director of Programs will oversee day-to-day operations, compliance, and strategic direction for housing programs in South Dade, ensuring high-quality service delivery and sound fiscal management. Responsibilities include managing programmatic elements, ensuring adherence to all housing regulations, overseeing budgets, and leading/developing program staff.