Program Director

BAYS, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BAYS, Inc. in Orlando, FL seeks a Program Director to oversee the Family Stabilization Unit's daily operations, program performance, and administrative systems, ensuring high-quality services and timely reporting.

The role requires advanced degree in social work or related field, senior management experience, and a valid Florida driver's license; you will lead staff, manage budgets, collaborate with partners, and guide compliance with state and federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or related field with at least 2 years in human services/child welfare.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field with at least 4 years in human services/child welfare.
• Doctorate degree in social work or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years senior management experience and 2 years child welfare experience preferred.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Attend staff meetings to coordinate services.
• Foster a trauma-focused environment and support youth.
• Assist COO with budget, goals, and objectives preparation.
• Ensure operations meet agency, state, and federal requirements.
• Direct, train, and develop direct reports.
• Build relationships with referral sources and community partners.
• Participate in public relations for the program.
• Oversee training curriculum and ensure compliance (MI, UC, First Aid/CPR, orientation).
• Collaborate with intake and referral teams to place youth appropriately.
• Stay updated on regulatory requirements and propose policy changes as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

FL Driver’s License

Auto Insurance

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Doctorate degree in social work

Job description

The Program Director is responsible and accountable for the daily operations and operational performance of the Family Stabilization Unit. This position is responsible for the overall management of the programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational systems related to the provision of care and services; provision of regular and timely reports regarding operations, services, and finances; establishing a respective and supportive workplace environment.

We are looking for a Program Director who must have:

• Master’s degree in social work or a related area of study and at least two (2) years’ experience in human services or child welfare programs
• Or bachelor’s degree in social work or a related area of study and four (4) years of experience in human services or child welfare programs
• Or doctorate degree in social work or a related area of study
• Minimum of 2 years of senior management experience and 2 years child welfare experience preferred
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License and Auto Insurance

Job duties and responsibilities include:

• Attend staff meetings to ensure effective and efficient service coordination.
• Cultivate a trauma-focused environment where program staff model positive adult behaviors, while also nurturing youth and providing structure, support, respect, and active involvement
• Assist the COO with the preparation of the annual budget, goals, and objectives.
• Ensure program operations and services are consistent with the established agency, state, and federal, requirements.
• Direct, train, and develop all direct reports and others if needed.
• Maintain, enhance, and develop positive relationships with referral sources, community agencies, and community progressions.
• Participate in public relations for the program when appropriate.
• Oversee training curriculum and compliance to include but not limited to Motivational Interviewing, UC training, First Aid/CPR, and new employee orientation.
• Collaborate with intake and referral teams to ensure appropriate capacity and placement of youth in programs.
• Stay up to date on current trends and theories related to the program, while proactively recommending changes to agency policy and practice, as necessary
• Participate in speaking engagements, courses and learning experiences, when necessary
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services
• All other duties assigned

Job Essentials:

• Provide oversight and coordination of program performance outcomes.
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to the team.
• Collect, compile, and analyze pertinent operational data for trends in key quality indicators.
• Ensure that client issues that come to the agency’s attention and that cannot be resolved at a lower organizational level are reviewed and resolved.
• Develop and implement effective mechanisms to promote timely problem identification and resolution to ensure quality services are delivered in an effective and efficient manner.
• Implement and enhance the use of the trauma-responsive model of care.
• Analyze quality assurance feedback and assist with ensuring staff are trained on any deficiencies identified.
• Able to work evening and occasional weekend hours, and to be on-call

BAYS is a drug-free workplace. We prohibit the use, possession, or distribution of controlled substances on company premises or during work hours.