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Program Manager - Ithaca NY

Job Details

Job Location

Ithaca - ithaca, NY

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$67500.00 - $70000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage

Negligible

Job Posting Date(s)

Start Date

08/21/2025

End Date

09/22/2025

Program Manager - Ithaca NY

About Volunteers of America Upstate New York

Volunteers of America Upstate New York (VOAUPNY) is a human services organization dedicated to helping individuals and families in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Through housing, shelter, reentry, and supportive service programs, VOAUPNY empowers the most vulnerable members of our community.

Position Title: Program Manager– Ithaca NY

Department: Ithaca Housing

Reports to: Ithaca Shelter Services Director

Position Summary

TheProgram Manager – Shelter Servicesprovides operational leadership for VOAUPNY’s Ithaca-based shelter programs, including theIthaca Code Blue Shelter. The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing daily shelter operations, supervising front-line staff, supporting clients in connecting to resources, and ensuring a safe, trauma-informed environment. This position requires flexibility, as thework schedule will primarily cover evening and overnight shifts, with weekend availability a must.

This rolereports directly to the Ithaca Shelter Services Director.

Key Responsibilities

+ Manage thedaily operations of the Ithaca Shelter and Code Blue Shelter, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and compliance with agency and regulatory standards.

+ Supervise, schedule, and support residential aides, case managers, and other program staff.

+ Provide guidance in client service delivery, including intake, case planning, crisis intervention, and referrals.

+ Support staff in addressing guest needs related to housing, mental health, substance use, and other barriers to stability.

+ Monitor data collection and reporting to ensure compliance with funder and agency requirements.

+ Assist with program budget management and resource allocation.

+ Ensure program practices reflect Housing First, harm reduction, and trauma-informed approaches.

+ Collaborate with community partners, law enforcement, health providers, and other stakeholders to enhance services.

+ Participate in on-call rotation to provide support during after-hours situations.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in human services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in shelter, housing, or human services, with at least 2 years of supervisory experience.

+ Knowledge of homelessness services, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care required.

+ Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

+ Ability to manage a diverse team and resolve conflicts effectively.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and client data management systems.

+ Flexibility to work evenings, overnights, and weekends as needed.

+ Commitment to VOAUPNY’s mission and values.

Benefits

+ Annual salary:$67500 - $70,000

+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance

+ Retirement plan

+ Paid time off and holidays

+ Training and professional development opportunities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performing the duties of this job require occasional walking and standing in and around the office. Must be able to occasionally lift loads of 30 pounds without assistance and the ability to sit, talk and hear is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The majority of essential duties are performed indoors, in a normal office environment. Exposure to fluctuations in temperature, wind and humidity may be evident, and would depend upon travel between facilities.

RESPONSIBILITY OF OTHERS

The employee has direct supervision of staff.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

The Volunteers of America of Western New York is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.