Fostering Prevention Program Manager

FOSTERING PREVENTION PROGRAM MANAGER 

Job Category: Fostering Prevention (FP)

Job Status: Full-time, exempt position 

Reports to:  VP of Family Programs

Responsibilities: 
Administrative Leadership & Management 

Supervise the FP program

Employee satisfaction within the FP department

Build a sense of team within the department

Supervisory meetings with FP Specialists for support, guidance, evaluation/feedback

Probationary/annual employee evaluations

Identify training & development needs of the team

Staff certification in Motivational Interviewing & Nurturing Parenting Program (NPP) 

Monitoring team workload

Assist with home visits/follow up meetings

Ensure proper support & advocacy for parents

Provide trainings for parents

Assist with referrals from referral sources

Accept inter-departmental referrals of FAC

Ensure all requirements of the initial narrative process are followed by FP Specialists

Review & approve documentation completed by Specialists

Occasional travel within KS/MO for Fostering Prevention training/presentations

Attend required trainings & meetings

Create community connections for increased program referrals

Contribute towards agency culture, cultural competency, performance improvement outcomes

Data analysis  

Participate in community educational networking opportunities & promote partnerships/sponsorships 

Model ethical & professional behavior

Work with all FAC departments so the agency’s efforts to assist families and maintain licensing/contract/COA standards are coordinated for maximum effectiveness

Outcome Planning/PQI 

Measurement & effectiveness of the program

Maintain quality improvement process throughout the program, and personnel growth

Regular Client files reviews

Quarterly client audit reviews

Evaluation & implementation of service improvement

Financial Management 

Oversee budget with fiscally sound operations

Manage effectively within approved budget, reporting to COO & CFO

Complete month end reports, as required.  

Assist with grant planning, tracking & execution

Participate in annual budget planning process

Strategic Planning 

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

Assist with development & implementation of growth strategies for FAC

Qualifications

BA/BS (MA/MS preferred) in social work, psychology, public administration, or a related human services field + 3 years experience in non-profit social service agencies with management experience

Previous
child welfare experience required; 2 years preferred

Previous experience working with at-risk populations

Resourcefulness in setting priorities & creating efficiencies

Organizational & planning skills

Commitment to the principles of support & advocacy for parents/caregivers; personal experience or connection preferred

Work towards positive outcomes, within diverse & dynamic professional teams

Strong verbal & written communication skills

Leadership, team management, interpersonal skills; ability to establish rapport & build trust

Understanding of program development, implementation, evaluation

Flexible, self-starter; multi-tasker, detail-oriented , can meet deadlines

Experience working with marginalized communities with a nuanced understanding of systemic oppressions

Flexibility, adaptability, to fit the needs of a wide range of cultures, people, organizations

Flexibility in work hours for some evening & weekend appointments

Compensation & Benefits  

Compensation commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits package including: 

Highly-competitive health plan

Health Reimbursement Account with generous employer contribution

Life insurance & long-term disability provided at no cost to employee

Voluntary life & short-term disability options available

403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match

FSA with medical expense & dependent care options

Employee Assistance Program

Generous PTO & 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. 

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