Interim Argonne House Manager

Interim Argonne House Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Interim Argonne House Manager will work with the Coordinator of Refugee Ministries in the development and supervision of The Peoples House, including administration and personal care for present and future residents.  

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

The following is an outline of the duties and responsibilities for the Interim Argonne House Manager. This position is to seek at all times to align with the mandate of The Peoples Church of “Together in God’s Global Mission.” 

• Manage resident intake and placements


• Provide support and supervision of night manager


• Supervise and manage all areas of house life including though not limited to resident chore schedule, meal planning, shopping, supply acquisition, house safety


• Provide support to residents relocating to our transitional home, as necessary
  


• Personal and spiritual care for residents, including though not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Resident crisis management 
  
  
  • Pastoral care
  
  
  • Supportive presence
  
  
  • Provide practical support connections for residents
  
  
  
  


• In collaboration with Refugee Ministries Coordinator, ensure upkeep and maintenance of the house.   


• Organize visit of volunteers and Life Groups in collaboration with the Refugee Ministries Coordinator.


• Support other initiatives of the Global Mission Department


• Support other ministries to refugees


• Coordinate and liaise with other refugee serving agencies (governmental and non-governmental)

Qualifications:

• Must have a deep growing personal faith in Jesus Christ and support the Statement of Faith of The Peoples Church 


• Minimum 3 years of experience in global and/or local mission work 


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 


• Professional, responsive, and positive work attitude is essential 


• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills 


• High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability

• Proven ability to foster strong community connections is an asset 


• Excellent computer skills, fully literate in MS office suite 


• First aid certification an asset 


• Crisis Intervention certification an asset

Working Conditions:

• The position is a part-time month-on-month contract. 


• Must attend The Peoples Church


• Most of these hours will require presence at the refugee home.


• Use of a personal vehicle for work as needed


• Schedule will be flexible hours based mainly on the needs of the residents, and this schedule can be determined with the Coordination of Refugee Ministries


• Vulnerable Sector clearance required


• Occasional weekends and evenings required


• May be required to respond in an emergency