Grant Director

Innovative Network of Knowledge•Odessa, TX

About The Position

The Grant Director is responsible for using sound professional judgment and best practices to ensure quality services are provided the service population especially in crisis situations while maintaining compliance with established program standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field required.
4 years’ experience providing direct services to the targeted population is required.
At least 3 years of supervisory experience in human services or a related field is required.
Learn, live and coach one team, one mission culture and values. Lead through change by bringing clarity, generating energy and delivering success.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens and maintain emotional control, and professional composure, at all times.
Provide proof or work eligibility status upon request.
Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background and motor vehicle check (fingerprints needed if applicant has lived out of state within the past 5 years)
Demonstrate the ability to: a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics. b. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally c. Work in a fast-paced environment. d. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position. e. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. f. Travel locally as needed. g. Manage time effectively and efficiently.
Must possess a current and valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience in home-based services.
Bilingual preferred (Spanish)

Responsibilities

Help the Assistant Grant Director & Outreach and Data Specialist understand family dynamics relating to the client and help in planning client services & opportunities.
Provide direct supervision over the Assistant Grant Director, Outreach & Data Specialist, Admin Assistant and other program staff as necessary.
Create & maintain scheduling of check-ins with supervised staff.
Review and approve created office schedules, due dates for mandated reports, and other necessary internal procedures as applicable.
Create and maintain procedures to maintain the continuity and integrity of the records and reporting as required for compliance.
Maintain records as required by contractor at 100%
Create, maintain and oversee internal procedures to ensure 100% compliance of grant outputs and outcomes as required.
Act as a liaison between the INK/Thriving Texas Families and outside agencies, including contractors and community organizations.
Keeps Deputy Executive Director updated on status of program.
Provides reporting monthly billing information in a timely manner, liaising with finance team regularly.
Will follow all procedures of the INK personnel manual.
Work with team to develop and ensure delivery of service plan.
Provide training and technical support to TTF team.
Make recommendations for disciplinary action of employees to the Deputy Executive Director.
Using stated policies and procedures report child abuse/neglect.
Maintains familiarity and knowledge of community resources and uses these appropriately to meet the needs of families.
Conducts community outreach in educating parents, professionals, and others about program and agency services, and child abuse prevention awareness.
Maintain confidential client files for assigned participants.
Other job duties as assigned.