Director of Correctional Reentry Services (VOA Texas)

Nonprofit HR•Fort Worth, TX

5d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Re-Entry Services is responsible for the overall management and operations of the Re-Entry programs located throughout the state of Texas, and may have direct responsibility for one or more facilities. The Director is responsible for compliance with the requirements of both Volunteers of America Texas, Inc. policy and funding source guidelines. Management of facilities/programs may be directly or through subordinate management staff and includes budgetary responsibilities for effective program operation.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability in program administration and policy development.
Proven ability in program development in the treatment or human service field, proposal writing, program budgeting, and contract administration.
Reasonable combination of management, advocacy, resource development, public relations, and staff training skills.
Skill in the use of a personal computer and software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.)
Highly effective leadership; demonstrates a fundamental respect for the dignity of others and is a proven team builder. Inclined to coach and teach in order to improve knowledge and ability of others, but holds people accountable for results.
Capable of creating or seizing opportunities to improve service effectiveness and client outcomes and build strategic partnerships with other organizations.
Understands and values quality improvement; applies managerial and technical skills to measure and improve efficiency and effectiveness and ensure compliance with all regulatory and contractual obligations.
Able to effectively address overlapping projects and deadlines.
Adaptable and reliable in face of conflict, crisis, or changing priorities.
Able to lead a team in managing multiple and often simultaneous tasks and in creating a work environment recognized for a high level of organization, timeliness, cost-effectiveness, accuracy, and results.
Ability to create a shared understanding of organizational values and goals, with the ability to design a programmatic strategy to achieve organizational goals.
Demonstrates commitment to diversity and inclusion; values a diversity of perspectives and encourages contributions by all team members.
Identifies the knowledge and skills needed to grow the program and then manage staff development, practicing coaching and mentoring of staff.
Strategically collaborates and partners with other organizations.
Proven ability to manage by strategic plan direction and by utilizing goals and objectives to maximize productivity and effectiveness of the organization.
Business “literate,” understands financial reports, applies data to assess business effectiveness and efficiency and acts in a fiscally responsible manner.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Supports a flexible and “learning organization” equipped for adaptive change.
Understands and implements financial management systems and controls, including business management metrics and reports.
Generates revenue aligned with an effective program and business model.
Politically astute and tactful; attentive to the perspectives and competing interests of various internal and external stakeholders.
Practices self awareness and establishes a level of comfort in asking for support when needed.
Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust, and treats people with respect.
Ability to interact with staff members and community contacts.
Demonstrates ability to work with multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstrates high degree of integrity and ethical standards.
Upholds organization values.
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions.
Ability to recognize problems and take corrective actions as determined by agency and program policies and procedures.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field plus five years directly related experience OR Master’s Degree in relevant field plus three years directly related experience.
Requires a minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
Leadership experience in a residential program is required.
Valid Texas drivers’ license with clear MVR record (meets requirements to be insured).
Must use personal (non-agency) vehicle for transportation.
If driving frequently for VOA-TX business must possess 1 - MVR background check (good driving record) 2 - Valid Texas driver’s license 3 - Proof of Insurance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with proposal writing is desirable.

Responsibilities

Implements high quality, effective program services in a manner that best represents the mission and goals of the organization, that is consistent with client needs, and that complies with all regulatory, licensing, and accreditation requirements.
Ensures that programs implement best practices and most recent developments from the field.
Monitors service delivery through site visits, staff and client interviews, and evaluation of consumer satisfaction surveys.
Ensures that all programs meet or exceed applicable licensing, regulatory and funding requirements, including working closely with the Quality Assurance Department on audits and program monitorings.
Ensures new policies and procedures are implemented across all Corrections sites.
Develops facility and program goals and objectives on an annual basis.
Implements all Volunteers of America Texas, Inc. Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and Personnel Policies.
Develops strategic plan for the continued growth of Corrections programs which may include expansion of existing programs and facilities as well as newly developed programs and facilities.
Develops and maintains positive relationship with funding, regulatory and other community agencies to effect a positive public image for programs.
Participates in State and National policy setting forums and advocates for services.
Supports the agency’s public advocacy/public policy initiatives.
In conjunction with the Chief Program Officer, provides leadership and direction for development of new services and collaborative relationships.
Responsible for providing ongoing leadership, guidance and special designated activities as directed by the CPO in support of the organizational goals and objectives.
Promotes an organizational culture that fosters passion for the mission, cooperation, open and frequent communication, teamwork, and is in alignment with the organizational vision.
Attends all required meetings and trainings.
Requires regular attendance and punctuality during the scheduled shift to perform the above essential functions.
Performs other duties and special assignments as directed.
Responsible for cost center management for the facility/program which includes budget preparation, monitoring/review, and monthly forecasts.
Manages financial activities of program and budget line item expenditures.
Ensures management of the program’s resources within budget.
Reviews and approves expenditures within budgetary guidelines.
The expectation is for the program to operate within budget.
Prepares revised operational plans, if necessary, to address significant changes to client count, revenue and/or expense.
Within the scope of responsibility, adheres to billing for services, P-Card documentation.
This position requires supervision of subordinates that supports, motivates, and empowers the members of his/her team.
Ensures that all departmental human resources responsibilities are met including hiring, firing, staff training, career development, succession planning, equal employment opportunity, health and safety issues, evaluations and performance management for all staff operating each of the distinct programs.
This includes planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints, and resolving problems.