State Director of North Carolina

Thompson Child & Family Focus

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About The Position

Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity. The State Director is a remote position leading a team of leaders across the state of North Carolina. The State Director is responsible for overseeing and growing operations throughout the state with an emphasis on our Foster Care program expansion. As the North Carolina State Director you will be responsible for the following:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services, mental health or related area; Master’s degree is preferred.
A minimum of 5 years’ supervisory experience in the field of human services or mental health required.
Experience with Foster Care and Foster Care Licensing preferred
Displays the capacity/coachability for future growth and development as a leader.
Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet any credentialing, licensing and privileging standards as it pertains to the program
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite application software, excellent written and oral communication skills.
This role is Fully Remote to Residents of North Carolina only.

Responsibilities

Leadership Development: · Select, train and evaluate program directors in accordance with the Thompson Leadership training. · Foster a culture of accountability, innovation and mission alignment among staff. · Oversee and manage the program operations and leaders. Develop high potential staff into future leaders.
Strategic Oversight · Think in terms of profitability and sustainable competitive advantage to the regional market. Monitor financial health, including budgets, revenue goals and sustainability plans. · Regularly review and analyze data trends related to program outcomes, retention, compliance and customer satisfaction. · Ensure compliance with state level policies, contracts, and reporting requirements.
Business Acumen · Communicate clearly, powerfully, and convincingly. · Manage time well – find the appropriate balance between spending time working upward in the organization and externally. · Be attentive to “soft issues” demonstrating the value in culture, feedback, organizational beliefs and values. · Grow direct reports as business leaders by managing performance of direct reports by providing clear, consistent feedback and direction. · Establish and maintain a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity, and teamwork. · Think strategically and understand the big picture to help drive strategic direction and goals. · Use a trauma-informed approach in their daily work and interactions with clients and colleagues using the principles of CARE: Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based, Competence Centered, Trauma Informed, and Ecologically Oriented.
Networking and External Relations · Build and maintain relationships with funders and partners at the state and community level. Leverage networks to secure advocacy wins, funding opportunities, and program partnerships. · Actively participate in state and local coalitions and workgroups. · Develop strategic relationships with government officials, business leaders, and community influencers.

Benefits

3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays!
Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance options
401K Match
Education Reimbursement
Referral Bonus
Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure
Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans
Paid time off for volunteering in the community
Free EAP services
Mileage Reimbursement
iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
Multiple opportunities for growth
Ongoing, structured leadership development and growth opportunities