ESOP‑Backed Child Welfare Assistant Director

JusticeWorks Family of Services; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Job summary

JusticeWorks Family of Services is seeking a Child Welfare Assistant Director in Wilmington, DE. The role provides oversight to supervisors and staff, ensuring quality service delivery and compliance with funding and program standards.

You will coordinate referrals, deliver training, and support documentation and data entry. Responsibilities include assisting with recruiting, onboarding, and performance management, plus maintaining strong community partnerships and attending meetings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; relevant supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in child welfare or youth services is desirable.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supervisors and staff to ensure quality program delivery and compliance with standards.
• Assign referrals per program rules and ensure proper case handling.
• Provide training and weekly supervision to staff.
• Review documentation and client data entry for accuracy.
• Offer backup support to staff as needed and attend meetings with field staff.
• Represent the program in meetings and court hearings when required.
• Coordinate provider trainings and meetings for teams.
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of new staff.
• Support performance management and professional development.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners and providers.
• Transport clients using a personal vehicle when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

Training & development

Documentation & data entry

Community partnerships

Interviewing & hiring support

Transportation coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JusticeWorks Family of Services is seeking a Child Welfare Assistant Director in Wilmington, DE. The role provides oversight to supervisors and staff, ensuring quality service delivery and compliance with funding and program standards.

You will coordinate referrals, deliver training, and support documentation and data entry. Responsibilities include assisting with recruiting, onboarding, and performance management, plus maintaining strong community partnerships and attending meetings and