Director, Long Term Foster Care

LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF THE NAT•Greenbelt, MD

5d•$104,000 - $104,000

About The Position

The Director is responsible for managing the Unaccompanied Children’s Long Term Foster Care Program (LTFC) in Greenbelt, MD. As an agency representative, the Director provides program education to various community organizations for the purpose of foster parent recruitment and services for minors; provides clinical, administrative and staff development support to staff and monitor the quality of service delivery in compliance with contractual and jurisdictional regulations for foster care programs.

Requirements

LCSW Required
3+ years experience supervising case management services to children and families
One year experience as an administrator or supervisor of casework services
Experience and knowledge in the Foster Care Services in Maryland
Experience in program development and management
Pass a criminal history background screen, including state and local child protection agency registries
Complete federal suitability clearance
Valid driver’s license
Clean driving record
A personal vehicle or access to a vehicle is a plus; valid vehicle insurance

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the United States Resettlement and Unaccompanied Children’s Program, and Maryalnd foster care laws and processes
Ability to supervise a diverse staff and to operate and manage a culturally diverse workplace
Excellent oral, written and inter-personal communication skills; strong public speaking/presentation skills
Proficient in MS Office suite, Windows 7
Attention to detail and accuracy; strong organizational skills
Ability to promote professional growth for program staff
Knowledge of community resources and services systems
General knowledge of fiscal management
Fluency in one or more of the following languages preferred – Spanish, French, Krio (or other West African language), Farsi, or Arabic

Responsibilities

Maintain current knowledge of the U.S. Resettlement Program and Office of Refugee Resettlement Unaccompanied Children’s Program
Maintain current knowledge of all Refugee and Immigrant Services
Develop and maintain written guidelines governing program operations
Interface with the MD Office of Licensing and Monitoring and the Office of Refugee Resettlement
Manage the day-to-day operations of the program
Provide leadership, mentorship, support and supervision to all program staff, interns and volunteers to ensure the provision of quality services
Coordinate and/or direct program services within contract guidelines
Assist in the development of program budgets and proposals, and monitor program spending
Collaborate with the finance department; authorize payments for client services and monthly invoicing and reconciliation process
Coordinate completion, approval and submission of program reports
Develop and maintain relationships with individuals, businesses, governmental and nongovernmental organizations to coordinate the provision of seamless service to minors in care
As necessary, convene meetings with voluntary agencies, and other area service providers
Promote awareness of the LTFC program to the community at large
Attend all conferences, seminars, and meetings related to program activities
Participate in agency and staff meetings and in-service trainings
Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, the Council on Accreditation and jurisdictional standards
Develop an ongoing communication and support and training plan for staff and foster parents that ensures children and families are receiving the best possible care
Participate in public speaking engagements related to the LTFC program and services provided by the organization
Participate in outreach activities for the purpose of promotion awareness of and advocacy of foster care and marketing services
Other duties as assigned