Program Director Iii - Healing From Trauma

Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development children.  CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from Trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.

OUR MISSION

Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.

OUR VISION

Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multi-cultural communities across generations.

OUR VALUES

HOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perseverance, Engagement

We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 15 Paid Holidays in a Year (16 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.

Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities!

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Program Director is primarily responsible for overseeing the operations of the programs. It involves overseeing and managing initiatives aimed at preventing and addressing programmatic needs. The Program Director plans, organizes, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates services.

The Program Director is responsible for ensuring that referrals are promptly addressed, caseloads are managed properly, and program goals are achieved. The Program Director plans, organizes, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the services provided. In addition, the Program Director supervises program staff and provides direct service backup as needed.

The responsibilities of the Program Director include developing and implementing programs that aim to prevent and intervene. This involves working closely with stakeholders such as government agencies, community organizations, and law enforcement to assess the needs of the community and plan effective programs. Additionally, the Program Director provides strategic direction and vision for the programs.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Master's Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency in social work, psychology or related field.
• Master's Degree from a nationally accredited university as a behavior analyst, marriage and family therapist, mental health counselor, psychologist, social worker, school psychologist, or psychiatric nurse. LSW, LCSW, LMFT preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 4 years relevant experience
• 12+ years post-master's experience

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

This position requires prior experience in working with at risk youth and families. The role involves overseeing the daily operations of the programs. This position may have oversight on 24/7 programs, the selected candidate must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights and weekends. It is essential to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism. Experience in managing multiple priorities is also a must-have. Moreover, good written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Additional skills required:

• Program Development and Planning
• Strategic Leadership
• Team Management
• Budget Oversight
• Grant Writing and Fundraising
• Community Engagement
• Program Evaluation and Reporting
• Policy Advocacy
• Crisis Response
• Training and Education
• Cultural Competence

The Program Director plays a critical role in advocating for the rights and safety of individuals and working towards creating a safer and more supportive community.

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and use of agency and/or personal vehicle to transport participants, as needed, as well as a willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island. Continued employment may be contingent on maintaining a clear driver's abstract.
• The nature of this position requires the incumbent to be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions.
• Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPI classes OR other Behavioral Management certification as may be contract-mandated.

At Child & Family Service, we value and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence, and termination.