Foster Care Program Director

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM

23h • Remote

About The Position

Under the oversight of the Executive Director, the Foster Care Program Director is responsible for the operational success of programs statewide. Conducting strategic analysis planning to identify and streamline efficiency processes(s) across statewide program(s) operations. Utilizes strategic development programming to respond to local community needs while supporting NYAP’s mission, vision and values. This position liaisons with the Executive Director to oversee community networking and engagement; referral population identification and expansion; provides existing and new program growth and directs staff training and development.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Human Services related field or commensurate experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ Executive Program Management and leadership experience.
• Experience in Florida's foster care system, foster home management and case management.
• Minimum 2 years’ strategic analysis and reporting experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automobile insurance (100,000/300,000 bodily injury) and a good driving record.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
• Effectively works within complex structures and with diverse populations.
• Flexible and adaptive.
• Knowledge of protocol and processes governing state agencies.
• Ability to design specific and streamlined processes for complex operations.
• Excellent public speaking, engagement and networking skills.
• Excellent analytical, reasoning and strategy implementation skills.
• Excellent leadership and motivation skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be willing to travel regularly statewide, overnight and to corporate headquarters as requested.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead statewide programs.
• Evaluates program performance and operational efficiency by gathering, analyzing and interpreting data and metrics. Utilizes data for program improvement.
• Identify and implement strategies and establish program standards for quality service, growth and expansion, and employee and team development.
• Experience in Florida's foster care system, foster home management and case management.
• Create and present training targeting program sustainability and growth, CQI and employee and team development.
• Responsible for risk identification and management.
• Collaborate and align staff with corporate resources.
• Liaison with external stakeholders including professional, regulatory and government agencies.
• Lead and supports to supervisors, program staff and contractors.
• Provide supervision as designated by Executive Director.
• Designated appointee for the Executive Director, Program Director and Program Supervisors in their absence.
• Assist in direct services provision as needed.
• Submit strategy and operations reports as requested.

Benefits

• Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered on: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more!
• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Parental leave
• 22 Days Off Each Year!
• Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (reduced work schedule), Tuition Assistance, and Work Anniversary Trips!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director