Job description

The Director is responsible for managing the Unaccompanied Children’s Transitional Foster Care Program (TFC) for the Children, Youth and Family Services Department in Baltimore, MD. As an agency representative, the Director provides program education to various community organizations for the purpose of foster parent recruitment and services for minors; provides clinical, administrative and staff development support to staff and monitor the quality of service delivery in compliance with contractual and jurisdictional regulations for foster care programs.

Essential Functions

· Maintain current knowledge of the U.S. Resettlement Program and Office of Refugee Resettlement Unaccompanied Children’s Program;

· Maintain current knowledge of all Refugee and Immigrant Services;

· Develop and maintain written guidelines governing program operations

· Interface with the MD Office of Licensing and Monitoring, LIRS, and the Office of Refugee Resettlement;

· Manage the day-to-day operations of the program;

· Provide leadership, mentorship, support and supervision to all program staff, interns and volunteers to ensure the provision of quality services;

· Coordinate and/or direct program services within contract guidelines;

· Assist in the development of program budgets and proposals, and monitor program spending;

· Collaborate with the finance department; authorize payments for client services and monthly invoicing and reconciliation process with LIRS;

· Coordinate completion, approval and submission of program reports;

· Develop and maintain relationships with individuals, businesses, governmental and nongovernmental organizations to coordinate the provision of seamless service to minors in care;

· As necessary, convene meetings with voluntary agencies, and other area service providers;

· Promote awareness of the refugee resettlement program and TFC program to the community at large;

· Attend all conferences, seminars, and meetings related to program activities;

· Participate in agency and staff meetings and in-service trainings;

· Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, the Council on Accreditation and jurisdiction standards;

· Develop an ongoing communication, support and training plan for staff and foster parents that ensures children and families are receiving the best possible care;

· Participate in public speaking engagements related to the TFC program and services provided by the organization;

· Participate in outreach activities for the purpose of promotion awareness of and advocacy of foster care and marketing services;

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Education

· Master’s Degree in Social Work with clinical licensures in Maryland (LCSW)

Experience

· 2+ years experience supervising case management services to children and families

· Case management experience

· Experience and knowledge in the Foster Care Services in Maryland

· Experience in program development and management

Other Requirements

· Pass a criminal history background screen, including state and local child protection agency registries

· Valid driver’s license

· Clean driving record

· A personal vehicle or access to a vehicle is a plus; valid vehicle insurance

Preferred Skills

· Knowledge of the United States Resettlement and Unaccompanied Children’s Program, and Maryland foster care laws and processes

· Ability to supervise a diverse staff and to operate and manage a culturally diverse workplace

· Excellent oral, written and inter-personal communication skills; strong public speaking/presentation skills;

· Proficient in MS Office suite, Windows 7;

· Attention to detail and accuracy; strong organizational skills;

· Ability to promote professional growth for program staff

· Knowledge of community resources and services systems

· General knowledge of fiscal management

· Fluency in one or more of the following languages preferred – Spanish, French, Krio (or other West African language), Farsi, or Arabic.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Baltimore, MD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Unaccompanied minor: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Social Work License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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