Bilingual Assistant Program Director - JOR

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Paid days off each year

Healthcare benefits for you and family

Pet insurance discounts

401(k) retirement plan

Summer hours off (half-day Fridays)

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Student loan repayment assistance

CEUs and ongoing trainings

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program seeks an Assistant Program Director for La Jornada to support the Program Director with programmatic, administrative, and clinical services for youth foster care. The role provides supervision to staff, and serves as a liaison with ORR and NYAP stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality outcomes.

The position emphasizes program evaluation, licensing, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to develop innovative youth programs and coordinate statewide

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in education, psychology, sociology or related behavioral science field is required.
• 5 years of experience in child welfare administration or related field.
• Sincere commitment to service and advocacy for youth and families.
• Proficient use of computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines and copiers; MS Word, Excel, and databases.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Director with programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational systems for foster care, case management, and clinical services.
• Supervise assigned staff and liaise with ORR and NYAP stakeholders.
• Develop a respectful, supportive workplace and promote peace.
• Coordinate recruitment, licensing of foster parents, and team leadership.
• Plan statewide trainings and conferences and ensure contract compliance.
• Engage in professional development and advocate for youth and youth services.

Skills

Excellent communication

Bilingual English Spanish

Proficient computers

Team leadership

Travel available

Education

Bachelor degree in education, psychology, sociology or related behavioral science

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database software

Job description

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 33 Paid days off each year!(11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
• Why Work with Us?Exciting Benefits and Opportunities at NYAP!

Working At NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 33 Paid days off each year!(11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
• Why Work with Us?Exciting Benefits and Opportunities at NYAP!

The Assistant Program Director for La Jornada is responsible for assisting the Program Director with programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational systems related to foster care, case management, and clinical services for minors. The Assistant Program Director provides supervision to assigned staff. The Assistant Program Director serves as a secondary liaison with ORR and NYAP stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Assist the Program Director with programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational systems related to foster care, case management, and clinical services.
• Assists in establishing a respectful and supportive workplace environment that cares for people, connects communities, and promotes peace.
• Serve as a liaison between the Program Director, Team Leads, and stakeholders.
• Act as secondary liaison and point-of-contact (POC) for ORR and NYAP stakeholders.
• Supervise assigned/designated staff. Depending on experience, the Assistant Program Director might supervise case management, clinical, licensing, education or other teams.
• Work alongside talent acquisition team to hire staff, training, regular oversight and direction, time and expense approval, evaluations, leadership.
• Support and assist in recruitment and licensing of foster parents.
• Promote, encourage, and assist Team Leads in developing innovative programs and implement special projects to better serve youth and their families.
• Conduct program evaluation to assess the effectiveness of services to youth and their families and ensure operations and services are consistent with established NYAP, COA, federal, state, and local licensing standards and requirements, and funder specific requirements.
• Prepare reports on agency licensure, regulatory, and compliance reviews.
• Responsible for planning and coordinating statewide functions, including trainings and conferences.
• Assist with continuous quality improvement efforts to assure that service quality and reporting meets contract requirements, which might include weekly case management auditing and pre-staffings.
• Actively participate in and/or complete all professional development requirements, including trainings, readings, and pertinent certifications. Remain current on Policy and stakeholder guidance.
• Advocate on behalf of youth and youth service systems via participation in individual and systems advocacy. Advocacy might include presenting at foster care meetings.
• Participate in on-call schedule as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in education, psychology, sociology or other relevant behavioral science field.
• 5 years of experience in child welfare administration, or child protective services administration.
• Must demonstrate a sincere commitment to service and advocacy for youth and families.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers, as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
• Bilingual (English Spanish). Fluency in Spanish is required.
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/300,000 bodily liability coverage.
• 21 years of age, valid state driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and a good driving record.

Other Skills

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Some travel is required. Out-of-state travel may be required.
• Must be open and willing to work non-traditional work hours as well as on-call responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
• Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.
• Ability to travel frequently and drive vehicle while sitting for extended periods, with frequency varying based on program demands.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees by prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Who we are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.