JOB TITLE: Program Director, School-Based Early Support Program DEPARTMENT: Family Counseling EXEMPTION: Exempt REPORTS TO: Division Director SUPERVISES: Two Supervisors, School Outreach Liaison, Benefits Specialist, Administrative Assistant PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The Program Director is responsible for leadership of the School-Based Early Support Program, a new preventive services model that enhances school-based partnerships in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced director to join our leadership team to pilot a new program, enhancing skills in program design, implementation, and building relationships among multiple stakeholders. I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to
- Facilitate a collaborative, co-design process with school and program staff to develop strong partnerships and family support programming in four school communities
- Provide mission-focused administrative and clinical leadership for the program
- Supervise two Supervisors, a School Outreach Liaison, a Benefits Specialist, and an Administrative Assistant
- Manage referral and intake process for the program and maintain full utilization
- Facilitate weekly staff meetings with a groupwork approach to building team and collaborative relationships with staff, and provide weekly individual supervision to direct reports
- Coordinate activities of Benefits Specialist across schools to most effectively serve the needs of families
- Plan and implement parent and children's groups based on the needs of school communities
- Support the implementation of Families and Schools Together (FAST) program, led by the School Outreach Liaison
- Collaborate closely with CFL school-based programs (after school, Neighborhood Center, etc.)
- Directly manage crises and provide coverage for client care as needed
- Manage HR-related processes including hiring and progressive discipline
- Ensure all staff complete required training and have professional development plans
- Direct the implementation of ACS, OCFS, and CFL policies and procedures; write and maintain program-specific procedures
- Allocate resources and track program spending aligned with the budget
- Manage facility-related issues as needed
- Responsible for ensuring proper and timely utilization of PROMIS and CONNECTIONS, and preparation and submission of data reports as applicable
- Ensure all case record documentation is maintained and meets ACS, OCFS standards
- Liaise with ACS & OCFS including collaborative QI processes, and audit preparation and response
- Participate in, and advocate CFL's priorities at ACS, COFCCA, and other meetings, workgroups, and coalitions.
- Collaborate with CFL's core administrative team including Human Resources, Finance, IT, Data Systems Management, Facilities
- Member of the Family Counseling leadership team, developing strategic vision and implementing strategies to support staff and maintain high-quality service delivery
- Member of CFL's organizational leadership team responsible for co-creating and implementing CFL's strategic priorities
- Build relationships with community-based service providers and key stakeholders
- Collaborate with all CFL programs to ensure an integrated approach to serving families
II. QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree in Social Work or related field. LMSW or LCSW preferred
- Bilingual Spanish a plus
- At least 5 years supervising or directing a child welfare program; candidates with previous experience directing a preventive program preferred
- Experience implementing successful school partnerships preferred
- Knowledge and experience with groupwork preferred
- Previous direct service work with families
- Possess a social justice perspective and ability to collaborate with culturally and socioeconomically diverse groups
- Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills
- Facility with OCFS & ACS data systems and Microsoft Office tools
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends to manage crises, attend community events or meetings
III. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS
- Build and maintain close, daily interactions with co-workers, supervisors, and school staff
- Effectively communicate with agency staff, school staff, community partners, key stakeholders, and families
- Excellent engagement skills, meeting families where they are at and forging mutual respect
- Experience or interest in social group work
- Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization
- Possess a strong belief in people's ability to grow and change
IV. WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work will occur between school and office settings
- Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer
- Attendance at various meetings at partner school sites, the agency, and in the community
- Regular travel among four schools located in the school district and CFL's main office
- Occasional availability during evenings and weekends required to manage crises, attend community events
- Fast-paced, high-energy, and highly collaborative environment
V. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITYThe Program Director provides leadership for the School-Based Early Support Program, facilitating the development of a new program in partnership with schools, CFL programs, and families. They are essential to developing effective school partnerships through intentional co-design and engagement strategies. They are an ambassador for CFL and lead staff by example interacting at all times with a tone of respect and kindness, generosity, and solution-focused problem-solving. BENEFITS
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits along with the opportunity to participate in additional voluntary life, disability, and 403B retirement plan
- Up to four weeks of paid vacation
- Individual supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities
This is a Full-time Salary Exempt position at 35 hours per week. Salary is commensurate with experience/education.Salary Description $85,000 to $90,000 per year