APAC Program Director, Birmingham, AL

Childrensaid; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Aid Society is seeking a seasoned administrator to direct the statewide APAC contract program—Alabama Pre/Post Adoption Connections. You will lead program development, coordinate partnerships, and ensure effective adoption services across the state.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling with 5+ years in casework/adoption and management, LMSW/LICSW preferred, plus a valid Alabama driver license. Travel and background checks will apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling is required.
• More than 5 years experience in casework and/or adoption and foster care, management experience.
• LMSW, LICSW (preferred), or LPC. Valid Alabama driver license and auto insurance minimum liability 100/300.
• Good communication, problem solving skills. Computer proficiency.
• Ability to develop, implement, and supervise programs; teach and train; respond calmly and non-judgmentally to others, including persons in crisis, and provide a team approach to service delivery.
• Understanding of trauma informed care.
• Bi-annual TB skin test/medical report.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the statewide APAC contract program – Alabama Pre/Post Adoption Connections.
• Oversee program development, implementation, and supervision.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver services and support to families.
• Promote cultural and socioeconomic proficiency in service delivery.

Skills

Good communication

Problem solving

Computer proficiency

Crisis response

Trauma-informed care

Cultural proficiency

Team approach

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

Children’s Aid Society, a non-profit organization established in 1912, recruits for administrative/management, clerical, clinical, social service, and paraprofessional positions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

CAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.

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Summary:

This position is responsible for directing and coordinating the statewide APAC contract program – Alabama Pre/Post Adoption Connections.

Minimum Education:

Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling

Minimum Work Experience:

More than 5 years experience in casework and/or adoption and foster care, management experience.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

LMSW, LICSW (preferred), or LPC. Valid Alabama driver license and auto insurance minimum liability 100/300.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Good communication, problem solving skills. Computer proficiency. Ability to develop, implement, and supervise programs; teach and train; respond calmly and non-judgmentally to others, including persons in crisis, and provide a team approach to service delivery. Ability to demonstrate cultural and socioeconomic proficiency. Understanding of trauma informed care.

Required Internal Certification/Trainings:

Bi-annual TB skin test/medical report

List any physical requirements:

Travel, some overnight. Ability to lift 20 lbs.