Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services

Bethany for Children & Families•Moline, IL

29d•$85,000

About The Position

Bethany for Children & Families is looking for a Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services! The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services will provide leadership and oversight for Illinois Child Welfare and Placement programs. This role is responsible for guiding program development, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and maintaining full compliance with state, contractual, and accreditation standards. The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services will also oversee the effective use of financial and material resources while contributing to strategic planning and organization-wide initiatives. Base Salary: $85,000.00 Bethany Has Benefits That’ll Make You Smile: We believe in taking care of our team so they can take care of others. That’s why we offer: Vacation time that grows with you: earn up to 80 hours your first year, and up to 160 hours after year one Sick time you can count on: earn up to 96 hours each year Holidays: eleven (11) paid holidays each year 403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contributions upon meeting eligibility Choice of two health plans (one with an HSA + employer contributions) Dental insurance Vision insurance (100% employer-paid) Group Life and AD&D insurance Options for extra voluntary insurance coverage through UNUM Educational Aid program to support your professional growth Performance Objectives: 1. Division Leadership and Program Supervision The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services provides overall leadership for service delivery and program development by: Offering constructive, professional supervision to Supervisors to ensure programs are delivered in alignment with contracts, program plans, and agreements with community partners. Supporting staff in strengthening existing programs and implementing new service initiatives. Ensuring performance objectives are met and accreditation standards are consistently upheld. Maintaining positive, collaborative relationships with organizational leadership, funders, and referral partners through high-quality services and timely communication. Providing regular updates to the Vice President of Child and Family Services regarding budgets, staffing needs, morale, and division-wide issues. Submitting reports, statistical data, and all required documentation in accordance with contract and funding requirements. Delivering training to enhance staff understanding of program expectations and organizational standards. Ensuring high-quality service delivery by establishing processes for monitoring utilization, quality assurance, and outcome measurement. 2. Resource and Budget Management The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services ensures the responsible stewardship of division resources by: Developing, implementing, and managing the annual operational budget. Identifying and pursuing grants and funding opportunities to enhance or expand programs. 3. Organizational Mission and Strategic Engagement To support the organization’s mission, the Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services : Provides essential planning data and contributes to the development and execution of the organization’s strategic plan. Participates in collaborative initiatives that advance organizational goals and promote continuous improvement. Why Join Us: Bethany for Children & Families is a mission-driven organization committed to improving the lives of children and families across Illinois. In this leadership role, you’ll shape high-impact programs, collaborate with dedicated and passionate professionals, and contribute to strategic initiatives that advance our work. We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the communities we serve.

Requirements

A master’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, or a related field (preferred).
At least five (5) years of management experience in child welfare or related services.
Strong leadership, communication, and program development skills.
Experience with budgeting, accreditation standards, and quality assurance processes.
Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with community partners and funding agencies.
The ability to meet all regulatory requirements for employees of Child Welfare Agencies as outlined in Illinois Administrative Rule and Procedure, including completion of background checks through the Sex Offender Registry, SACWIS, Illinois State Police, FBI, and Federal Office of the Inspector General, as well as eligibility for certification as a driver of children by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.

Responsibilities

Offering constructive, professional supervision to Supervisors to ensure programs are delivered in alignment with contracts, program plans, and agreements with community partners.
Supporting staff in strengthening existing programs and implementing new service initiatives.
Ensuring performance objectives are met and accreditation standards are consistently upheld.
Maintaining positive, collaborative relationships with organizational leadership, funders, and referral partners through high-quality services and timely communication.
Providing regular updates to the Vice President of Child and Family Services regarding budgets, staffing needs, morale, and division-wide issues.
Submitting reports, statistical data, and all required documentation in accordance with contract and funding requirements.
Delivering training to enhance staff understanding of program expectations and organizational standards.
Ensuring high-quality service delivery by establishing processes for monitoring utilization, quality assurance, and outcome measurement.
Developing, implementing, and managing the annual operational budget.
Identifying and pursuing grants and funding opportunities to enhance or expand programs.
Provides essential planning data and contributes to the development and execution of the organization’s strategic plan.
Participates in collaborative initiatives that advance organizational goals and promote continuous improvement.

Benefits

Vacation time that grows with you: earn up to 80 hours your first year, and up to 160 hours after year one
Sick time you can count on: earn up to 96 hours each year
Holidays: eleven (11) paid holidays each year
403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contributions upon meeting eligibility
Choice of two health plans (one with an HSA + employer contributions)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance (100% employer-paid)
Group Life and AD&D insurance
Options for extra voluntary insurance coverage through UNUM
Educational Aid program to support your professional growth