Director Of Youth & Young Adult Programs

DIRECTOR OF YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS 

Job Category:  Children & Youth Programs 

Job Status:  Full-time 

Reports to: Vice President of Children & Youth Programs 

Job Summary: The Director ofYouth & Young Adult Programs provides leadership & management for the Community Connections YouThrive (CCYT) program. CCYT targets foster youth, ages 17-26, as they transition from foster care to independence as adults, connecting them to community-based resources. This position ensures the program has the proper controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively operate.  

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Administrative Leadership & Management 

• Supervise CCYT program managers in both MO and KS. Supervision includes individual supervisory conferences, support, completion of probationary/annual employee evaluations, and workload adjustments.  Provide opportunities for in-person supervision at the various FAC branch offices. 
• Ensure program operates to deliver positive client outcomes; make program improvements 
• Proficiency using SAM database, including the creation/application of reports
• Complete program & funding reports, review client file audits/documentation of staff
• Responsible for department employee satisfaction and teamwork
• Responsible for identifying the training & professional needs of staff, in collaboration with the training department
• Strong, open communication with direct supervisor
• Travel required, with or without accommodation, to attend and/or present in-service training (i.e. child welfare conferences).  Make community connections to increase program referrals.

• Actively participate in all leadership meetings. 
• Able to work with a diverse team to serve clients
• Contribute on an organizational level with a focus on agency culture, cultural competency, and performance improvement outcomes.  
• Commitment to the mission & core values of FAC
  
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

Outcome Planning/Program Quality Improvement (PQI) 

• Measure effectiveness of the program, both internal and external
• Implement/lead quality improvement process throughout the program, focusing on improvement and personnel growth  
• Participate in client audit reviews; making updates/changes accordingly
• Evaluate and implement points of service improvement
• Track program outcomes and data

Financial Management 

• Ensure budget performance for program services are sound and meet budget expectations
• Provide required information for LINC state contracted billing, DCF Status Report, on time  
• Manage within approved budget, and report progress & challenges encountered to supervisor and CFO
• Monitor/approve client assistance requests. Ensure all documentation is collected according to grant requirements
• Assist with grant planning and execution
• Participate in annual budget planning along with supervisor and CFO

Strategic Planning 

• Provide input in strategic & operational planning, evaluation, and positioning within FAC

• Assist with the agenda & development of growth strategies for FAC
  

Qualifications & Preferred Skills 

• BA/BS (preferred) in social work, psychology, public administration, or related human services & 3+ years working in non-profit social service agencies with 4+ years of management experience
• Previous experience working with at-risk teen population required; lived experience preferred
• Core understanding of child welfare practice/policy preferred
• Core understanding of program development, implementation, & evaluation
• Resourcefulness in setting priorities, creating efficiencies, & guiding investment in people/systems
• Commitment to the principles of support/advocacy for youth, Young Adults, & families
• Leadership ability, team management, & interpersonal skills.  Ability to establish rapport & build trust with clients/staff, plus ability to train  those supervised
• Model ethical and professional behavior

Compensation & Benefits  

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including: 

• Medical & dental insurance: 80% of premiums covered for employee/dependents
• Vision insurance with 100% of monthly premiums covered for employee/dependents

• Health Reimbursement Account with generous employer contribution
• Life insurance & long-term disability at no cost to employee
• Voluntary life & short-term disability options available
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% employer match
• FSA with medical expense & dependent care options
• Employee Assistance Program, with 8 annual visits 100% covered
• Generous paid time off & holidays

FosterAdopt Connect does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its programs or services. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and members.