Program Director

Catholicguardian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Program Director for its Unaccompanied Alien Children Services Program. This role involves overseeing a team that provides critical support to children facing trauma, ensuring compliance with federal standards while fostering a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in social services and bilingual proficiency to effectively communicate with diverse populations. Join a mission-driven organization committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth. This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful initiatives and contribute to the well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• MSW/LMSW or equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology or other relevant behavioral science.
• Significant social service program management experience and knowledge of child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational systems.
• Provision of regular and timely reports to ORR regarding the program's operations.

Skills

Program Management

Child Welfare Knowledge

Evidence-Based Models

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

MSW/LMSW or equivalent degree

Job description

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Category

Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC)

Description

POSITION TITLE: PROGRAM DIRECTOR, Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) Services Program

DEPARTMENT: Family Support Services

REPORTS TO: Assistant Executive Director of Family Support Services

CGS's Unaccompanied Alien Children Services Program serves children/youth presenting a range of challenging behaviors, especially those related to symptoms of trauma. The Program's services are provided by bilingual (Spanish/English) staff who receive specialized training in the special needs of refugee children and in Evidence-Based Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). The program provides a safe, therapeutic environment in a family-like setting that addresses the requirements of each child/youth in a manner that is sensitive to his or her age; preserves cultural, ethnic and religious heritage; and meets dietary needs, native language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other critical individual needs. The program operates under the overall supervision of the Program Director.

Responsibilities

The Program Director has oversight of the entire program and is responsible for meeting program targets and outcomes. He or she also acts as the primary liaison with the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). The Program Director's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Overall management of the programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational systems related to the provision of care and services to children and youth served in this program in accordance with all applicable local, State, and Federal standards, instructions and procedures, regulations, laws, and settlement agreement
• Provision of regular and timely reports to ORR regarding the program's operations, services, and finances in accordance with CGS's cooperative agreement or statement of work
• Establishing a workplace environment that is respectful and supportive to the children/youth, staff, and external stakeholders
• Bringing any issues or concerns to the designated ORR Program Officer
• Other tasks as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• MSW/LMSW or equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology or other relevant behavioral science
• Significant social service program management experience and knowledge of child welfare, child protective services, education, and/or child care
• Experience with Evidence-Based Models
• Strong supervisory, planning and analytical skills
• Effective communicator with excellent writing and speaking skills
• Proficient in Spanish required
  
  

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Salary

Benefits

Work Location

Division

Unaccompanied Alien Children

About The Organization

It is our vocation to serve those in need, to aid those who desire help, and to guide those who seek better lives. Through supportive interventions, we provide help, create hope and preserve dignity.

We provide help by offering an array of services for underserved families and individuals with special needs. All that we do is delivered with care, compassion, and respect, to address fundamental challenges, improve well-being and increase self-sufficiency.

We create hope by strengthening and empowering families and individuals in need. By providing shelter, care, treatment, rehabilitation, counseling, training, and connection to high quality allied services, we produce holistic solutions that enhance each person's physical, mental and social well-being, as well as their positive connections to family and community.

We preserve dignity with a faith-based commitment to recognizing the value of each person we serve, regardless of race, religion, creed, or life circumstances.

EOE Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed servicemember status.

This does not include pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation - all of which are on the website.

CGS does not tolerate discrimination in any employment opportunities or practices, based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status), national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation, or retaliation based on prior protected EEO activity.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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