Youth and Family Advocates · 13 hours ago
Chief Program Officer
New Port Richey,FL,US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expYouth and Family Advocates is dedicated to serving children and families in crisis, providing programs that encourage healing and success. The Chief Program Officer (CPO) will oversee organizational operations, ensuring program excellence and translating strategy into effective execution while collaborating with the CEO and leadership team.
Non ProfitFamily & CareHealthcareFamilyHealth CareSocial ImpactYoung Adults
Responsibilities
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategy and decision-making
Oversee daily operations across programs to ensure efficiency and mission alignment
Develop and improve operational policies, procedures, and systems
Lead strategic planning and translate goals into actionable plans
Monitor progress toward strategic objectives and adjust as needed
Partner with executive leadership to identify risks and opportunities
Establish systems to track program performance and operational outcomes
Use data to guide decision-making and continuous improvement
Ensure accurate and timely reporting to leadership and funders
Provide executive oversight of program development and expansion
Ensure programs remain effective, compliant, and financially sustainable
Oversee performance related to grants and contracts to ensure deliverables are met
Align operations with budget and contractual requirements
Support strong relationships with funders and stakeholders
Develop leaders through coaching and professional growth opportunities
Promote accountability, collaboration, and staff engagement
Drive innovation and continuous improvement efforts
Implement process and technology improvements to increase efficiency
Encourage creative problem-solving across the organization
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in a Behavioral Health field, or a related field required
Clinical License required (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT)
Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health, or human services organization
Demonstrated experience overseeing complex operations, multiple programs, and cross-functional teams
Proven success in strategic planning, operational execution, and performance management
Position requires employee to work with computers daily
Ability to travel in multi-county areas frequently
Ability to lift 25 pounds, bend, stand or sit for extended periods of time
Benefits
Generous PTO package, Incrementally Increasing Annually
13 Paid Holidays
5 Days of Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Paid Life Insurance
Legal Services
ID Monitoring
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with match after 12 months
Continuous training and professional development opportunities
Company
Youth and Family Advocates
YFA is the leading voice, resource, and advocate for the 6,000+ children we serve annually in our seven-county area.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Toby Fritz
Chief Operating Officer
Rick Manuel, MBA, SHRM-SCP
Program Director - North Counties CBC Operations
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