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Gulf Coast Social Services · 1 month ago

Therapeutic Foster Care Program Director

Baton Rouge, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$58K/yr - $60K/yr

2+ years exp

Gulf Coast Social Services is dedicated to providing quality support and services to clients in need. The Therapeutic Foster Care Program Director is responsible for the management, development, and operations of the program, ensuring it meets client needs and agency goals while overseeing staff and compliance with regulations.

Health CareNon ProfitPersonal HealthService Industry

Responsibilities

Direct the operations of the program and provide consultation in crisis intervention and placement problems

Oversee the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff and foster parents, and oversee their supervision, evaluation, training, and termination, if applicable

Implement and comply with all policies and procedures adopted by the governing body, and comply with all state licensing, Agency and programmatic requirements. Update program manual, as needed to maintain compliance and ethically sound policies and procedures

Ensure program meets all federal and state laws and standards pertaining to the operation of the program and the Agency

Delegate appropriate responsibilities to other staff and designate an appropriate staff member to be in charge of the program during your absence

Address areas of non-compliance identified by the annual survey and complaint investigations and implement immediate corrective action

Represent the Agency in the community and advocate for the clients and program

Provide leadership and demonstrate supervisory authority in relation to the Agency. Attend treatment plan meetings and provide consultation of placement. Coordinate therapy and counseling for clients and foster parents, as needed

Provide consultation to the governing body through the CEO in carrying out their responsibilities by interpreting the needs of the clients to them, making needed policy revision recommendations and assisting in periodic evaluation of the program’s services

Prepare an annual budget for the governing body’s approval, keep the Agency informed of financial needs, operate within the approved budget, and in collaboration with the Regional Director take appropriate action to maintain the fiscal soundness of the program

Through the CEO and Regional Director, communicate with the governing body in interpreting the Agency’s need for financial support

Establish effective communication between the staff, clients, and foster parents, and provide for their input into program planning and operating procedures

Report injuries deaths, and critical incidents involving program clients to the Agency and the appropriate authorities

Supervise the performance of all persons involved in any service delivery/direct care to clients and complete an annual performance evaluation of all staff and foster parents in the program to address the quality and quantity of the work as it relates to client services

Ensure that all staff and foster parents receive required training on an annual basis

Manage and oversee the purchase of program property. Ensure the safety and confidentiality of all client records, and that client and foster parent files are up-to date and in compliance with required standards

Be accessible to program staff 24/7

Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and families, funding and regulatory agencies, referral sources, other service providers, community resources, and promote positive teamwork

Coordinate monthly staff meetings and attend other meetings and trainings to keep informed of guidelines and changes in the program

Perform similar job-related duties, as assigned

Qualification

Mental Health licenseProgram managementBudget developmentStaff developmentClient advocacyCommunicationDecision makingOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

A Master's degree in Human Services field, a Mental Health license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)

Two years management experience

Demonstrated ability in program management and operations, budget development and accountability, sound supervisory procedures and personnel management, staff development and training, property management, client advocacy, and public relations

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, the ability to represent the Agency in a highly professional manner, and to maintain the highest standards of excellence and confidentiality

Exceptional judgment, initiative, dependability, decision making skills, the ability to handle multiple responsibilities, strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize work and meet multiple deadlines

A valid driver's license, current liability insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle in safe operating condition with a current inspection sticker