Regional Program Director, Child Welfare

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Competitive salary

Advancement opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off 26 days

11 paid holidays

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is seeking a full-time Program Director to plan, direct, and coordinate CCS programs across multiple sites in Illinois. The role involves leading supervisors, ensuring services meet agency goals, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards.

Salary ranges from $89,000 to $98,000 annually with comprehensive benefits, paid time off, holidays, a 403(b) plan, and opportunities for advancement within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or related DCFS/COA acceptable degree required.
• Background check clearance (criminal and CANTS).
• State licensing/certification as required by Illinois DCFS.

Responsibilities

• Engage in strategic planning and goal setting for the programs and develop procedures and systems that enhance effectiveness.
• Provide direct supervision, training, support, review and evaluation for Child Welfare Supervisors and staff.
• Develop, implement, and manage program budgets and evaluate program effectiveness against goals.
• Collaborate with management on programmatic, fiscal, organizational, and community issues.
• Maintain staffing requirements and assign responsibilities for program staff activities.
• Oversee program activities, evaluate effectiveness, and mitigate risks timely.
• Ensure completion of employment-related driving duties across varied hours and locations.
• Demonstrate professional integrity and treat clients, families, and staff with dignity and respect.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Strategic planning

Staff supervision

Education

Master’s degree in social work

DCFS/COA acceptable degree

IL licensing/certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is seeking a full-time Program Director to plan, direct, and coordinate CCS programs across multiple sites in Illinois. The role involves leading supervisors, ensuring services meet agency goals, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards.

Salary ranges from $89,000 to $98,000 annually with comprehensive benefits, paid time off, holidays, a 403(b) plan, and opportunities for advancement within a growing organization.