Careers
Want to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families experiencing homelessness? Apply to work at Willis Dady Homeless Services! Open positions are listed below with the hiring manager contact information.
It is the policy of Willis Dady Emergency Shelter to provide employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, Vietnam era or disabled veteran status. All offers of employment are contingent on a negative report on the State of Iowa Criminal History Records Check and Sex Offender Registry. Willis Dady is an At Will Employer.
PART-TIME SHELTER CASE MANAGER
The Part-Time Shelter Case Manager is responsible for individual case management services including, but not limited to: assisting in the securing of permanent housing, resource referral, goal setting, advocacy, coordination of services, and networking for single adults and families who are residents of Willis Dady Emergency Shelter. Sound judgment, collaborative style, ethical conduct and motivational interviewing or similar techniques are essential to success in this position. This position requires scheduling flexibility to meet the needs of the agency. The Shelter Case Manager must have a reliable vehicle and scheduling flexibility to meet agency needs.
Please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references to Denine at denine@willisdady.org. Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled.
PART-TIME HR GENERALIST
The HR Generalist is a dynamic position responsible for a wide range of activities central to the efficiency and effectiveness of Willis Dady’s human resources activities. The HR Generalist will support our HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and policy development. This role is ideal for an HR professional who is passion about supporting a local non-profit in creating a positive work environment. This part-time role (up to 29 hours/week) with an hourly rate of $25.00/hour. This position requires scheduling flexibility to meet the needs of the agency. The HR Generalist must have a reliable vehicle and scheduling flexibility to meet agency needs.
Check out the full job description for more details! Please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references to Alicia at alicia@willisdady.org. Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for a range of essential financial duties within Willis Dady, across all programs and staff. This person will handle accounts payable, deposit income, accounts receivable, process payroll, and keep all account records accurate and up to date. Essential skills for a successful Staff Accountant are strong attention to detail, critical thinking, time management, work independently, and strong problem solving. Minimal travel is a required part of the position and will be reimbursed by Willis Dady. The Staff Accountant must supply their own vehicle.
Check out the full job description for more details! Please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references to Regina at regina@willisdady.org. Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled.
EMPLOYMENT CASE MANAGER
The Employment Case Manager plays a vital role in helping individuals maintain stable housing through Willis Dady’s Employment program. This position involves providing intensive weekly case management, offering peer support, making resource referrals, developing actionable goals, advocating for clients, coordinating necessary services, and providing direct access to employment through our supported staffing program.
Success in this role requires a proactive and solutions-focused approach, exceptional communication skills to engage with both clients and service providers, and expertise in motivational interviewing or similar techniques. The ideal candidate demonstrates ethical conduct, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to empowering individuals with significant barriers to self-sufficiency
Check out the full job description for more details! Please submit a resume, cover letter
and contact information for three professional references to Dave Karpick at David@willisdady.org.
Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled.
GRANTS COORDINATOR
The Grants Coordinator will be responsible for researching, developing, writing, and submitting grant proposals and external communications to secure funding from private foundations, corporations, and federal, state, and county agencies. This role requires excellent research, writing, and communication skills, as well as a strong understanding of the nonprofit sector and grant funding processes. The Grants Coordinator will work closely with the development team, program managers, and leadership to align funding opportunities with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
Initiative, follow-through, problem solving and a high level of attention to detail are essential to the Grants Coordinator’s success.
Check out the full job description for more details! To apply please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and contact information for three professional references to Allison Hein, via email at allison@willisdady.org. Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled.
DAY CENTER RESIDENT ASSISTANT
The Resident Assistant (RA) is responsible for operating Hector’s Place Day Center from 9:00am-1:00pm Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This includes assisting Day Center users and managing the security, safety, and upkeep of the building and grounds. Strong communication skills, attention to detail and organization, consistent follow-through, the ability to support individuals experiencing homelessness, and independent problem solving will be essential for success in this position. This position is based in Cedar Rapids at Hector’s Place Day Center. The position is considered part-time (up to 15-hours per week) and begins at an hourly wage of $17.85 per hour. Willis Dady is a federal student loan forgiveness qualifying agency. Willis Dady is an Equal Opportunity and At-Will Employer.
Check out the full job description for more details and apply by emailing Denine Rushing at Denine@WillisDady.org 3 professional references.
SEASONAL WINTER SHELTER SYSTEM
RESIDENT ASSISTANT
The Resident Assistant (RA) is responsible for operating the community winter shelter system and providing homeless services to our clients. We are seeking an RA to fill various shifts throughout the week, for an average of 29-35 hours per week. RAs are expected to occasionally substitute for other RAs and provide overnight shelter coverage. The RA position is essential to the successful operation of our shelter, which helps people experiencing homelessness find a path to stability through housing and employment. RAs will work directly with clients, other staff, and volunteers. The Winter Shelter System is a temporary, seasonal shelter that operates from 6pm-8am 7-days per week from November 15-March 31. The position is considered seasonal part-time and will start at $18.00 per hour with a $500 retention bonus at season close.
Check out the full job description for more details and apply by emailing Denine Rushing at Denine@WillisDady.org your resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references.
RESIDENT ASSISTANT (RA)
The Residential Assistant (RA) is responsible for operating the Willis Dady homeless shelter facility and providing homeless services to our clients. This includes assisting clients who are residing in shelter and managing the security, safety, and upkeep of the building and grounds. We are seeking an RA to fill 3 – 6 various shifts throughout the week, for an average of 10-20 hours per week. RAs are expected to occasionally substitute for other RAs and in rare instances provide overnight shelter coverage. The RA position is essential to the successful operation of our shelter, which helps people experiencing homelessness find a path to stability through housing and employment. RAs will work directly with clients, other staff, and volunteers. RAs will start at $16.00 per hour.
Check out the full job description for more details and apply by emailing Denine Rushing at Denine@WillisDady.org your resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references.