Program Manager

Kidsave; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with employer matching

Paid PTO

Job summary

Kidsave is seeking a passionate Champion for Change, a hands-on leader who believes every child deserves a loving, permanent family. The Weekend Miracles Virginia Manager will oversee all aspects of the program, working with volunteers, partners, and the national team to connect youth with host families.

You’ll lead operations, family recruitment, partnerships, advocacy, events, and fundraising, with a focus on trauma‑informed care and equity across diverse communities; Virginia residency is

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ work experience, including 5+ in the child welfare system.
• MSW, MSSW or MSSA degree.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to travel across state.
• Successful completion of a background check required.
• Experience with trauma‑focused child welfare training.
• Experience with Black, Latino, and LGBTQIA communities strongly preferred.
• Grant writing and program evaluation experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day operations of Weekend Miracles Virginia.
• Lead and supervise regional staff, coordinators, and volunteers.
• Organize and oversee monthly “Meet the Kids” connection events for youth and host families.
• Manage youth referrals and matches, including Connection Meetings.
• Ensure trauma‑informed, youth‑centered relationship‑building between youth and host families.
• Track and support host family relationships.
• Manage individual youth advocacy efforts, including youth and family stories and photography.
• Improve family/youth matching outcomes.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Verbal & written communication

Event planning

Budget management

Tech savvy

Microsoft Office

Zoom/Teams

Salesforce

Social media

Education

MSW, MSSW or MSSA degree

Tools

Salesforce

Peer-to-Peer platforms

Job description

Position: Full-time, Exempt

Reports to: Senior Vice President/Director of Family Visit Programs

Work Location: Virginia (Central region). Hybrid: approximately, half time remote; in–person meetings, trainings, networking, weekend outreach, and monthly connection events

MUST LIVE IN VIRGINIA!!

The Opportunity

Kidsave is seeking a passionate Champion for Change, a driven, hands‑on leader who believes every child deserves to grow up connected to a loving, permanent family. If you're energized by transforming child welfare systems, building community partnerships, and advocating for older youth in foster care, this role is for you.

As part of an experienced and mission‑driven team, you’ll help connect older, often‑overlooked kids with adults who can become hosts, mentors, and ultimately, adoptive families—using Kidsave’s innovative and proven Family Visit Model.

The Weekend Miracles Program Manager will lead all aspects of the program in Virginia, working closely with our national Family Visit Programs team, communications staff, and a network of dedicated volunteers and partners. This role requires enthusiasm, vigor, daily hands‑on participation, and monthly attendance at weekend Meet the Kids connection events.

Key Responsibilities

Program Operations

• Manage all day-to-day operations of Weekend Miracles Virginia
• Lead and supervise regional staff, coordinators, and volunteers.
• Organize and oversee monthly “Meet the Kids” connection events for youth and host families.
• Manage youth referrals and matches, including Connection Meetings.
• Ensure trauma‑informed, youth‑centered relationship‑building between youth and host families.
• Track and support and host family relationships
• Manage individual youth advocacy efforts, including youth and family stories and photography
• Improve family/youth matching outcomes.

Family and Community Engagement

• Lead recruitment, training, and support of host families, with intentional outreach to Black, Latino, and LGBTQIA communities.
• Conduct host family trainings and orientations for child welfare professionals.
• Identify, cultivate and manage community and corporate partnerships to build awareness, recruit volunteers, and secure event sponsorships.
• Represent Kidsave and advocate for older youth at conferences and in the media.

Government and Agency Relations

• Lead relationship with state and local government partners and foster family agencies
• Strengthen both youth and family referral pipelines
• Participate in meetings and trainings that build program credibility and foster systemic change.

Marketing, Outreach, and Communications

• Manage program outreach efforts in Virginia.
• Support communications efforts by sharing stories, capturing photos, and advocating for youth.
• Engage with social media and partner networks to promote the program.
• Collaborate with the communications and development teams

Data, Evaluation, and Fundraising

• Oversee data collection and analysis to support evaluation, storytelling, and grant reporting.Participate in program grant writing and other fundraising efforts related to events, outreach, and recruitment.

To Succeed in this role, You’ll Need:

Skills and Experience

• Strategic, proactive problem‑solver with strong project management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills; capable of motivating teams, government and agency partners, and volunteers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable presenting to stakeholders.
• Ability to organize and lead events, build relationships, manage, and work within budgets.
• Tech‑savvy and collaborative; ability to learn new software quickly and work in a shared environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Zoom/Teams, and social media platforms; Salesforce and Peer‑to‑Peer platforms a plus.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about improving the lives of older youth in foster care.
• Strategic, proactive, and creative.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a mission‑driven environment.
• Culturally responsive and comfortable working across diverse communities.

Education and Qualifications:

• 7+ years’ work experience, including 5+ in the child welfare system working with foster youth and families
• MSW, MSSW or MSSA degree
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to travel across state
• Successful completion of a background check required
• Experience with trauma‑focused child welfare training
• Experience with Black, Latino, and LGBTQIA communities strongly preferred.
• Grant writing and program evaluation experience a plus

Kidsave is committed to equity and inclusion in our programs and in our workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability status.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range: $75,000-80,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Benefits including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Employee Assistance Program(EAP), Personal, Sick, Vacation and Holiday PTO, 401K with employer matching, Life and ADD, Employee Discounts (through Insperity Marketplace), Caregiver Support (Cariloop) HSA/FSA, Adoption and Educational Assistance, and more.