Program Supervisor - Parents as Teachers

The Partnership; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Partnership in Dover, NJ is seeking a Program Supervisor for Parents as Teachers. This role involves overseeing operations, leading a team of Parent Educators, and ensuring program delivery aligns with organizational goals.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and experience in Maternal and Child Health. Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential, as well as knowledge of culturally diverse communities. Additional benefits include working in a supportive environment that promotes continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in Maternal and Child Health.
• Experience in managing and motivating staff.
• Knowledge of maternal-infant health and child abuse/neglect.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to Parent Educators.
• Prepare reports required by agency and funder.
• Collaborate with internal teams to monitor program performance.

Skills

Staff management

Crisis management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Community relationship cultivation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in early childhood or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PatSys database

Connecting NJ referral system

Job description

Description

The Program Supervisor of Parents as Teachers is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and delivery of key programs that support the mission of the organization. This role provides leadership and supervision to program staff, ensures services are delivered effectively and in alignment with organizational goals, and maintains compliance with funder and regulatory requirements. The Program Supervisor collaborates with internal teams and external partners to monitor program performance, support continuous improvement, and ensure a high standard of service to the community.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct weekly supervision to 5 Parent Educators (1 PAT Bergen, 2 PAT Morris, and 2 PAT Warren) to review family case plans, progress and any problems directed not only toward assuring quality or service provision, but also toward protecting the integrity and respect of the families served
• Work collaboratively with the HF Morris Supervisor to provide support and guidance to Program Assistant
• Maintain supervision documents updated, organized and properly stored
• Prepare and provide reports required by agency and funder in timely and accurate manner
• Utilize PatSys database and Connecting NJ referral system to monitor program performance
• Assign clients to Parent Educators
• Coordinate all data collection for evaluation of outcomes and program success
• Shadow Parent Educators twice per year
• Support Program Assistant in coordinating all PAT parent workshops and events
• Conduct team meetings and provide ongoing staff development
• Provide daily support, problem-solving, and crisis management while exercising prudent judgment
• Cultivate and maintain community relationships and act as a liaison with community partners
• Track expenses and periodically review program budget status. Create spending plans in accordance with program activities and with approval of direct supervisor
• Collaborate with Program Manager, funder(s) and technical assistance provider on all levels of program implementation (i.e. staffing, service delivery, data outcomes, and program trends)
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff
• Oversees the daily workflow of the program/department

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree required; Masters degree in early childhood or related field is preferred
• Two or more years of experience in Maternal and Child Health experience required
• Experience in managing and motivating staff and providing support is required
• Administrative experience in human services programs required
• Knowledge of maternal-infant health and concepts of child abuse/neglect is required
• Experience working with culturally diverse communities/families and vulnerable populations is required
• Supervisory experience is preferred
• Understanding in utilizing tools and assessments for resource distribution and eligibility
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership skills and ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

DEIB Drivers for Success

• Encouraging bidirectional and transparent communication
• Promoting a culture of belonging
• Practicing cross-program collaboration and engagement
• Engaging in continuous learning/enrichment
• Embracing inclusive representation and practices

Functional Requirements of the Role

This role may involve a range of physical, sensory, and cognitive tasks. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to support individuals in performing essential functions.

Immunization Policy

All PMCH employees must comply with the guidelines of our Immunization Policy.