Program Director

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service MN is seeking a Program Director to lead community-based programs such as Wraparound, Supported Family Time, Safe Harbor, and Parents as Teachers. You will manage overall program operations, ensure compliance with contracts and applicable laws, and supervise facilities and maintenance to support service delivery.

The role requires strong writing, public speaking, and leadership skills, plus experience with budgeting and reporting to funders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of community-related work experience with caregiver engagement.
• Excellent writing, public speaking, and leadership abilities required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Budgeting/financial management experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Word and Excel for reporting and administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for community-based programs (Wraparound, Supported Family Time, Safe Harbor, Parent Home Visiting).
• Manage overall program operations and ensure compliance with laws and service contracts.
• Meet reporting requirements to funders and plan funding opportunities.
• Oversee facilities and ensure maintenance and safety compliance.

Skills

Writing skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting

Mental health knowledge

Trauma-informed care

Family systems knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of community-related work experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us!

For this role we are offering a salary range of between $68,357-$81,989.

As a Program Director, you will provide leadership and direction for community-based programs including Wraparound, Supported Family Time, Safe Harbor, and a Parent Home Visiting Program. You will manage the overall program operations of these programs and ensure program compliance with applicable laws and service agreements/contracts, meet reporting requirements to funders and be cognizant of adequate funding for opportunities and planning of services. Responsible for facility oversite and assuring required maintenance is completed.

• Excellent writing skills are necessary as well as the ability to speak publicly to promote the services.
• Knowledge regarding family systems, mental health, and trauma-informed care is strongly preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills required.
• Knowledge/experience with budgets and financial management preferred.
• Knowledge of Word and Excel computer programs to execute job duties.
• Service line knowledge specific to the populations served.
• Specialized training will be provided for Safe Harbor, Wraparound and Parents as Teachers services.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of community-related work experience with caregiver engagement.
• Above average management skills; prior experience with managing contracts is preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for engaging with diverse groups, ability to conduct community presentations, and build new partner relations.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills with the ability to prioritize, and execute in a high-volume environment.
• Professionalism, maturity, and demonstrated capacity for leadership are essential.
• Prior understanding of the issues and struggles of families and the ability to work with a variety of populations and personalities with respect, compassion, and dignity.
• Ability to conduct, help facilitate, and monitor sub-contractor meetings to ensure grant compliance.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Must pass Criminal Background Check.
• Dependable transportation; Employees are reimbursed for mileage consistent with federal IRS rates, and must maintain adequate car insurance.
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter, prioritize multiple assignments and work independently.