Program Director

Youth-Advocate-Programs,-Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision care

Short-term disability

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Direct Deposit

Weekly pay

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. seeks a Program Director for the Washington DC program to oversee participant services, staffing, and budget oversight. The role emphasizes strength-based wraparound care, compliance with contracts and regulatory requirements.

Key duties include intake, assessment, service planning, staff development, reporting, and collaboration with community partners. Travel to homes and schools is required; Master’s or relevant Bachelor’s degree with experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
• At least 1 year with staff and budget management
• Bilingual ability a plus, e.g., Spanish

Responsibilities

• Oversee intake, assessment, and service planning with participants, families, and referral sources
• Ensure strength-based, wraparound service planning and implementation
• Monitor service delivery for alignment with goals and contractual obligations
• Ensure services are authorized/re-authorized by referring authorities or payors
• Oversee staff recruitment, training, and supervision
• Provide ongoing staff development and cross-training
• Lead regular staff meetings and drive quality improvement
• Maintain readiness for audits and compliance reviews
• Manage program budget and fiscal responsibilities
• Cultivate partnerships with community resources and stakeholders

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Records

Job description

The Program Director is responsible for the overall administration and performance of the Washington DC program, including participant services, personnel management, and budget oversight. This role ensures high-quality, strength-based service delivery using a wraparound model, while maintaining full compliance with contractual, regulatory, and organizational requirements.

Specific Tasks Include:

• Oversee intake, assessment, and service planning processes, including interviewing participants, families, and referral sources.
• Ensure individualized service/treatment plans are developed and implemented using a strength-based, wraparound approach.
• Monitor service delivery to ensure alignment with participant goals, program outcomes, and contractual obligations.
• Ensure all services are properly authorized/re-authorized by referring authorities or third-party payors.
• Ensure participants receive the required hours, services, activities, and supports as specified by contracts
• Oversee revisions to service plans based on evolving participant needs and case review
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise direct service and administrative staff in accordance with organizational policies and contractual requirements.
• Ensure staff meet all qualifications set by referring authorities and funding sources.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and professional development, including cross-training opportunities.
• Lead regular staff meetings and training sessions.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment focused on quality service delivery.
• Support staff in creative problem-solving to meet participant and family needs.
• Ensure services address education, employment, social, and other life domains.
• Facilitate access to community resources and professional supports.
• Oversee discharge planning, ensuring sustainable community linkages for participants and families’ post-service.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all documentation, reports, billing, and data entry requirements.
• Monitor adherence to required timelines, deliverables, and performance standards.
• Coordinate submission of administrative, fiscal, and programmatic reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain readiness for audits, reviews, and compliance monitoring.
• Manage the program within established budget parameters.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Identify opportunities for program growth, expansion, and innovation.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with referral sources, community partners, and stakeholders to support program sustainability.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field is preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience, where applicable)
• Bachelor's degree with commensurate experience may be considered.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience managing staff and budgets
• Experience in a community-based programming or human service program is strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Experience using an electronic health record system is a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance is required.
• Bilingual (e.g., Spanish) skills a plus.

Benefits Available:

• Medical/Prescription
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time off.
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Pet Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly pay

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel throughout community to homes and schools

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Strong Communication Skills

Some Knowledge

Some Knowledge

Basic Computer Skills

Advanced

Behaviors

Preferred

Leader

: Inspires teammates to follow them

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

Preferred

Masters or better.

Experience

Required

1-3 years:

At least one (1) year of management or leadership experience including managing staff and community-based programming

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.