Role OverviewThe Program Manager is responsible for oversight of case management activities, home development and recruitment activities, and intake/discharge coordination for their assigned office. The position will manage and ensure service quality, documentation compliance, and will work closely with other Program Managers as needed.
What You Will Do
Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal laws, reviews and approves Home Studies, Action/Safety/Crisis Plans, placements, subsequent placements, transfers, and discharges, and provides supervision for all assigned staff.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Requires a thorough working knowledge of the needs of children placed in substitute care, effective oral and written communication skills, and strong problem-solving skills.
Requirements
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work or other human services field
- Nine credit hours in graduate level courses that focus on family and individual function and interaction
- One year of documented full-time experience in a residential child-care operation, or as a conservatorship caseworker or foster adoptive home development worker for the department
- Ability to support the agency's culture, growth, and success through communication, accountability, and positivity
- Ability to be clear headed and decisive based on the scope of the position
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively both individually and as part of a team
- Ability to appropriately accept feedback through the supervision process
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Skilled in approaching care/services from a strengths-based perspective
- Competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Go To Meeting, the Internet, and other software applications
- Effective organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Effective leadership skills
- Valid Texas Driver's License (Type C)
- Access to reliable transportation
- Valid/current auto insurance
- Cleared driving record
- Three (3) employment references
- Cleared criminal background check and signed statement regarding felony indictments/convictions
- Cleared pre-employment drug test
- Working cellular telephone
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Learning budget
- Parental leave
- Wellness program
- Visa sponsorship
- Relocation assistance
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