Area Director: Social Services Leader (Remote)

Catholic Charities; Carlinville (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Remote work opportunities

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Catholic Charities in Carlinville, IL, seeks a dynamic Area Director to lead a multi-program area and supervise staff across counseling, child welfare, and community services. The role includes budget oversight, donor relations, and advisory board collaboration to shape service delivery.

You will drive program development, coordinate with partners, and ensure compliance with agency policies while fostering community engagement and program growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human service field.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience in a social service setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the area office and programs.
• Supervise all staff within the area office.
• Develop and monitor the annual budget with the area advisory board.
• Plan and host annual fundraisers and donor engagement opportunities.
• Maintain community relations with local agencies and partners.
• Keep the Director of Operations informed of progress, problems and needs.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Fundraising

Donor solicitation

Board interaction

Community liaison

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human service field

Job description

Catholic Charities in Carlinville, IL, seeks a dynamic Area Director to lead a multi-program area and supervise staff across counseling, child welfare, and community services. The role includes budget oversight, donor relations, and advisory board collaboration to shape service delivery.

You will drive program development, coordinate with partners, and ensure compliance with agency policies while fostering community engagement and program growth.