Crisis Nursery · 2 days ago
Assistant Director, Safe Children Program
Urbana, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCrisis Nursery is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in their care, and they are seeking an Assistant Director for their Safe Children Program. This role involves providing leadership, managing staff, overseeing program quality, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a supportive environment for both children and staff.
Individual and Family Services
Responsibilities
Ensure a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for all children on the childcare floor
Oversee implementation of developmentally appropriate programming, activities, and interventions in collaboration with program supervisors/coordinators
Monitor child outcomes and program quality to promote healthy development and well-being
Address safety or behavioral concerns promptly and implement solutions consistent with organizational policies and best practices
Supervise shift supervisors/coordinators, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance evaluations
Support staff in applying best practices in child development, safety, and trauma-informed care
Act as the on-call supervisor as assigned, ensuring leadership coverage and staff support during evenings, weekends, or other designated periods
Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment
Manage scheduling and staffing coverage for the childcare floor to ensure adequate supervision at all times
Coordinate staff shifts and coverage to meet program needs, licensing requirements, and safety standards
Assist in resource planning and operational management to maintain smooth program delivery
Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies
Support program data collection, reporting, and evaluation for leadership and funders
Contribute to program development initiatives and continuous quality improvement
Serve as a point of contact for families regarding child care, development, or safety concerns
Build and maintain partnerships with families and community stakeholders to enhance program quality and support
Represent the Safe Children Program in internal meetings and community events as needed
Qualification
Required
Be at least 25 years of age
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood or child-focused programs, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
Strong knowledge of child safety, developmentally appropriate practices, and trauma-informed care
Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage scheduling, staffing coverage, and multiple priorities while maintaining a safe and enriching environment for children
Company
Crisis Nursery
For 38 years, Crisis Nursery has created an “Island of Safety” dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect through the provision of 24 hour emergency care for children and services to strengthen families in crisis.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Lisa Ricci
Chief Financial Officer
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