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Upbring - Austin, TX

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Senior
Austin, TX

About the position

The Statewide Director of Foster Care at Upbring is responsible for the overall operational management and strategic expansion of Foster Care programs. This role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and leading program development initiatives. The director will work closely with regional directors and other stakeholders to enhance service delivery and achieve organizational goals, all while embodying Upbring's mission to break the cycle of child abuse and support the wellbeing of children and families.

Responsibilities

  • Research and identify program services, expansion, improvements, and enhancements to meet Agency and department goals and objectives.
  • Track and document progress against previous years' strategic goals and identify major strategic changes using metrics, dashboards, market and data analysis and financial data.
  • Develop and establish strategies/systems with direct reports to streamline policies, procedures, and processes to ensure they meet licensing standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Research, identify and communicate current and updated contract and licensing standards and regulatory requirements that impact program operation and service delivery.
  • Oversee the Continuous Improvement Program in collaboration with Quality Assurance, including oversight of quality improvement efforts in programs using collected data and industry trends.
  • Research, identify, and develop new relationships and partnerships to enhance, expand, or improve program services.
  • Lead budget process and work closely with finance department to develop annual budgets; manage annual budgets in accordance with funding guidelines.
  • Work closely with finance department to develop policies and strategies for fiscal management, ensuring accountability and long-term stability.
  • Provide monthly reports to Chief Operating Officer and work closely with them to provide financial analysis and leadership for issues affecting the Agency.
  • Coach and support staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources needed to optimize performance and achieve operational excellence.
  • Organize and deliver regularly scheduled staff meetings to communicate updates and initiatives.
  • Work closely with management team to interview, hire, and onboard new employees who fit the culture of Upbring.
  • Coordinate and/or provide in-service training for staff development as needed.
  • Regularly review employee performance and provide developmental feedback.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field required.
  • Active Licensed Child-Placing Agency Administrator (LCPAA) license.
  • Seven (7) years professional program management and development experience in foster care, adoption, or child welfare field, with at least three (3) years in a management role.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and excellent leadership skills.

Nice-to-haves

  • LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC certification.
  • 10 years professional management and program development experience in foster care, adoption, or child welfare.
  • Bilingual (English and Spanish based on service area and service population).

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee assistance program
  • Vision insurance
  • 403(b)
  • Gym membership
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