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House Manager – Full Time

Department: Operations
Reports to: Operations Manager
Status: Full-Time Nonexempt
Schedule: Flexible, reporting to both Chestnut Street and Front & Erie locations, occasional overnight shifts as needed

Job Summary

The House Manager oversees the daily operation of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philadelphia Region (RMHC Philly) locations at Chestnut Street and Front Street & Erie Avenues. While ensuring the well-being of our families, this position is expected to maintain the highest level of hospitality and customer service in a manner consistent with the policies and guidelines of
RMHC Philly.

The House Manager must possess exceptional decision-making skills, work well under stressful circumstances, and is expected to maintain a positive, family focused attitude exemplifying the philosophy of the RMHC Philly mission.

Essential Duties:

Maintain safety and security of the entire premises (building and grounds) by:

    • Be present and accessible during entire shift
    • Conduct continual security camera observation noting any unusual activity on or around the property and follow-up on observations
    • Conduct and document whole House walk-thru inspections, logging times, any family activity, facility needs, room inspections as applicable
    • Maintain a community living setting by enforcing House rules and policies

Family Experience:

    • Maintain appropriate boundaries with families, staff and vendors escalating concerns when appropriate
    • Manage operational policies and procedures to ensure the well-being of the families, the volunteers and the House
    • Be informed of and report relevant situations which have occurred during shifts
    • Respond to emergency situations including all alarms, family crisis and other emergenciescalmly and professionally – notifying guests if warranted, providing necessary assistance orcontacting the appropriate community or House personnel to resolve the issue
    • Complete family check-in and out process, with professionalism and proper documentation

Hospitality Services:

    • Maintain the highest level of Hospitality and understanding of all pertinent aspects of customer service
    • Resolve family, volunteer, visitor and donor issues with efficiency and diplomacy
    • Respond to all requests and take ownership of all issues ensuring positive outcomes
    • Responsible for clear and timely communication between all House departments, families and volunteers
    • Ensure that all volunteer and family areas are properly supplied, clean and safe for use
    • Maintain a high level of morale and cooperation. Use good judgement and quality customer service in decision making with families, volunteers, and all team members
    • Work with Family services, Housekeeping and Maintenance to ensure room availability, check-ins, check outs as needed
    • Maintain a positive family focused attitude and lead by example the RMHC Philly mission

Volunteer/Volunteer Group Management:

    • Disseminate information and complete tasks through utilization of volunteers
    • Evaluate volunteers to ensure they maintain a positive family focused attitude and uphold the RMHC Philly mission
    • Conduct on-going auditing and training of assigned volunteers
    • Work collaboratively with volunteers to establish an all-hands-on deck mentality
    • Manage activities and episodic volunteer groups
    • Engage, utilize, and lead volunteers in a positive manner that makes them feel valued and respected

House Management:

    • Directly participate in and oversee all functions and duties related to House Operations
    • Respond daily to all communications in a timely manner
    • Attend all mandatory meetings
    • Perform all tasks as outlined by daily checklist or as requested by supervisors
    • Maintain constant knowledge of current programs and events
    • Communicate closely with all departments utilizing established communication tools
    • Monitor all guests, vendors, and visitors. Ensure that everyone is screened and documented appropriately
    • Assist with inventory and storage of supplies and prepared meals as requested
    • Ensure accurate and consistent cash handling, reconciliation, and reporting
    • Monitor and distribute all deliveries including mail in a timely manner
    • Monitor the cleanliness of the House to ensure RMHC Philly standards are met
    • Report any concerns or violations of policies and procedures to your supervisor and the appropriate management team
    • Maintain the highest level of data integrity
    • Monitor all systems that ensure the safety and security of the RMHC Philly locations
    • Maintain a clean and orderly work area
    • Troubleshoot facility issues, manage emergent safety concerns, and document House needs and issues appropriately
    • All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Two years of related experience in hospitality, Non-Profit, or human services/social work industry or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

Competencies:

  • Proven ability to handle high stress situations and make decisions quickly
  • Demonstrated exceptional problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of people in a fair and consistent manner
  • Ability to have respectful and effective face-to-face and telephone interactions
  • Motivated, self-starter able to work independently
  • Detail-oriented
  • Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to understand and practice confidentiality
  • Exhibit patience, attentiveness, and sensitivity to the needs of other
  • Flexibility
  • Computer proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word

Physical Abilities:

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

  • Light sedentary office work. Frequently required to sit and spend moderate amount of time on the computer.
  • Must be willing and able to travel between RMHC Philadelphia locations using personal vehicle or alternative
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel; talk or hear.
  • Must be physically capable of carrying 35 lbs.

Interested applicants should submit their resume to Human Resources, HR@rmhcphilly.org.