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Compass Connections · 8 hours ago

Program Director

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Compass Connections is a company dedicated to making a positive impact in the world. They are seeking a Program Director who will oversee child welfare administration and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations while managing program personnel and fostering relationships with various stakeholders.

Child CareFamilyMedicalNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that are applicable to this position

Oversee and remediate deficiencies associated with federal and state standards and requirements

Conduct regular active and archival video monitoring of the site

Participate in service expansion planning, budget preparations and short- and long-term planning

Organize and participate in local and regional meetings with community entities

Plan and participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions and operations

Serve as a member of the Compass Connections Management Executive Council

Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or requested by the position supervisor

Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency

Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations

Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in the Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times

Hire, train, supervise and evaluate program personnel in accordance with agency policies and procedures and federal and state standards and requirements

Regularly observe and evaluate buildings, grounds, equipment, staff, children, vehicles and other program resources and address issues and problems as needed

Build and maintain relationships between Compass Connections and local facilities’ staff, federal Office of Refugee Resettlement staff, the legal representative(s) for children in custody, Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement, relevant consulates and others regarding children’s placement or release

Facilitate and/or supervise appropriate programming, treatment, and discharge planning for the service population

Complete timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures and contract and regulatory requirements and standards

Frequently transverse from one area of the physical plant to another

Meet all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners

Foster Care Programs - Support, encourage, and recruit foster parents

Qualification

Child welfare administrationProgram managementBilingual EnglishBilingual SpanishAdministrator’s licenseFirst aid certificationCPR certificationCrisis interventionEmotional controlComputer literacyTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years of experience in child welfare administration and child protective services

Administrator's license

First aid certification

CPR certification

Emergency behavior intervention certification

Five (5) years of experience in program management or as director of a licensed childcare program

Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment

Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request

Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks

Demonstrate the ability to respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics

Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals

Provide crisis intervention according to training provided by Compass Connections when needed to maintain a safe environment

Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times

Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position

Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures

English and Spanish language proficiency

Preferred

Master's degree in social work or an equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology, or other relevant behavioral science degree

6 plus years of experience in program management or as director of a licensed childcare program

Benefits

Compass Connections is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof.