Endeavors · 2 days ago
Assistant Program Director
Eagle Lake, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEndeavors is seeking an Assistant Program Director for Eagle Lake Children’s Center, responsible for the efficient operation of residential services for Unaccompanied Minor Children. The role involves overseeing day-to-day program management and supervising key staff, ensuring compliance with policies and providing leadership in child welfare.
CommunitiesFamilySocial
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serves as secondary liaison with ORR in the absence of the Program Director
Full responsibility and authority of UCs in a residential setting
Comply with Endeavors and ORR policies and procedures governing the program and ensure that the program is operating in maximum efficiency
Assist in monitoring compliance for all operations, including human resource laws and best practices, cooperative agreement, Interim Final Rule (IFR) and local and federal laws and regulations governing operations at their shelter
Assist the Human Resources Onboarding Specialist in interviews, and hires staff, and provides specific program-related orientation for new staff
Supervises staff working a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime; ability to respond to crises when necessary
Promotes positive community relations with public and/or private social services and other agencies and programs
With assistance from the Program Management Team, monitors progress and ensures training compliance
Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, and self-control in the presence of children and when performing assigned responsibilities
Report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to the Child Abuse Hotline and ORR and follow Endeavor’s Response Plan
Assist in overseeing training curriculum and compliance to include but not limited to the CPI program, UC training, First Aid/CPR, and new employee Orientation
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident
Must be at least 21 years old or older
Successfully pass a TB test annually
Successfully pass a drug screen
Be physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of performing assigned tasks and have the skills necessary to perform assigned task
Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries
Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality
Affidavit for Applicants for Employment with a Licensed Operation or Registered Children's Home
Bachelor's degree in social work or an equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology, or other relevant behavioral science AND five (5) years of progressive employment with a social service or childcare agency or organization
Driver's License with clear record required
Must have daily use of a vehicle without prior notice
Must be available and willing to travel in case of an emergency evacuation and as the business need dictates
Must be available and willing to work nights, weekends and holidays as required to meet business needs
Willingness to work other duties as required
Preferred
Proficiency in Spanish/English (written and spoken language skills), highly preferred
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Google tools
Valid driver's license, access to an automobile, insurance, and willingness to drive to off-site locations, highly preferred
Company
Endeavors
Endeavors is a Christian community service organization that provides social welfare services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Danniel Hernandez, M.A., PHR, SHRM-CP
Chief Administrative Officer
Erica Contreras, MBA, RBLP-T
Chief Learning Officer
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