Remote Area Director — Community Services Leader

Catholic Charities Diocese of Springfield Illinois; Alton (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Remote work opportunities

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Catholic Charities Diocese of Springfield Illinois seeks an Area Director to lead day-to-day operations across multiple programs and oversee staff, donor relations, and budget management.

The role emphasizes partnerships with United Way, DCFS, courts and local agencies while guiding program development and compliance with policy. Remote work opportunities are available as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a closely related human service field plus a minimum of three years experience in supervision.
• Maturity, flexibility, and demonstrated initiative.
• Ability to pass all required tests.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the area office and programs.
• Oversee all staff within the area office including therapists and support staff.
• Develop community relations with local agencies and organizations.
• Keep Director of Operations informed on problems, progress and needs.
• Ensure timely completion of program documentation.
• Hire, terminate, discipline and evaluate area office personnel per policies.
• Develop and monitor annual budget with advisory board and finance team.
• Assess community needs and services with the advisory board.
• Plan and host annual fundraisers and donor engagement activities.
• Assist in developing new programs with input from the advisory board.
• Participate in planning and implementing new or expanded programs.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Fundraising

Donor relations

Team leadership

Community liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Catholic Charities Diocese of Springfield Illinois seeks an Area Director to lead day-to-day operations across multiple programs and oversee staff, donor relations, and budget management.

The role emphasizes partnerships with United Way, DCFS, courts and local agencies while guiding program development and compliance with policy. Remote work opportunities are available as part of a comprehensive benefits package.