Assistant Program Director - PRS

JOB TITLE

Assistant Program Director

PROGRAM

Post Release Services

REPORTS TO

Program Director

SALARY

$99,402.00/Annual

LOCATION

Remote

JOB TYPE

Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE

40 hours a week

General Description

The Assistant Program Director (APD) is responsible for assisting the Program Director in the development, operational implementation, managerial and administrative duties related to the program which includes delivery, and supervision of all aspects of the HS (Home study) and PRS (Post Release Services) program in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner in their assigned region(s). The APD is responsible for all aspects of supervising the workforce, leading, managing, and overseeing the home studies and post-release services for children. They will work closely with HS/PRS supervisors, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful transition of children into their new homes. This position requires someone with excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Additionally, this person will also need to have a deep understanding of ORR policies and procedures regarding HS/PRS services, child welfare policies and be able to navigate complex systems.

About You

The ideal candidate for this role is a strategic thinker that has an organization-wide perspective of the work they are responsible for and how that contributes to long-term program and company goals. You are a self-motivated, dedicated person who is passionate about utilizing your leadership skills to help build a growing program, invest in your team, and develop partnerships across the nation that will directly impact vulnerable children and families.

You have the following Competencies:

• Ability to provide guidance and support to staff.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to develop, implement and navigate systems and policies.
• Strong organizational, program management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Have an ability to inspire trust and can delegate responsibilities with insight and fair execution.
• Deep understanding of local community, social services, child welfare policies and procedures.
• Able to work well under pressure while always trying to keep people's humanity at the forefront of your interactions.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master of Social Work (MSW) or an equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology, or other behavioral science and 2 years of experience, or a bachelor's degree in one of the aforementioned fields, plus 5 years of progressive employment experience with a social services or childcare agency or organization that demonstrates supervisory experience.
• Excellent judgement and leadership ability; must be able to make independent decisions which ensure that outstanding services are being provided within required timeframes, and that the team and its members are complying with all required ORR HS/PRS policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of family preservation, kinship care, trauma informed practices child welfare policies and procedures, and relevant state and federal laws and regulations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with families, caseworkers, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry systems.
• A valid driver's license and available to travel to visit different regions nationally.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assists program administration with the planning, implementing, and monitoring of the goals, objectives, and expected outcomes of the program.
• Gathers and continuously reports the progress of expected outcomes and implement improvement strategies.
• Coordinates both programmatic and financial elements for services provided through the HS/PRS program.
• Collects and maintains data, and submits monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the Program Director and ORR.
• Assists in developing and facilitating curriculum and program training guidelines for employee training.
• Acts as a point of contact or liaison for supervisors and regional staff, and between ORR and external agencies.
• Provides overall supervision and management of program personnel, to include recruitment, hiring and training.
• Collaborates with Program Director on financial needs prior to annual budget negotiations.
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Maintains a flexible work schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays outside their normal working hours.
• Provides guidance to supervisors and staff on services and information for children and their family.
• Reports concerns related to children and sponsors, and significant incidences to Program Director and ORR.
• Participates in training, staff meetings, and maintains quality improvement initiatives as recommended.
• This role requires travel to visit programs and conduct meetings in surrounding areas in the United States.
• Provides oversight of their region(s), HS/PRS program outcomes, and those of any service providers.
• Acts as a secondary liaison between ORR and its regional staff. The Assistant Program Director coordinates with the Program Director both programmatic and financial elements for the services provided to unaccompanied children through the HS/PRS program.
• Coordinates with service providers to ensure that children receive necessary medical, mental health, educational and other related services.
• Ensures that all required documentation, including home study reports and case notes, is completed accurately and promptly.
• Provides guidance and support to staff to ensure that all policies and procedures are followed consistently.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of post-release services and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Related duties as assigned and may be revised as needed to meet program needs

About Urban Strategies

Urban Strategies exists to equip, resource and connect faith- and community-based organizations so that all children and families can reach their full potential. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., our team serves in the U.S. mainland, Puerto Rico, and Central America.

COMPANY CULTURE

Our work is driven by our three core values:

Authentic Relationships are foundational to our work and move beyond a transactional nature to truly know people. They serve as opportunities for mutual development and growth and are based on the belief that all people have inherent dignity and worth.

Servant Leadership is rooted in an other-centric mindset that informs the way one leads and builds up individuals, families, and communities.

Intentional Compassion describes a deliberate commitment to understand, formulate strategic responses, and activate others to reach their full potential.

BENEFITS

• Remote work for eligible positions.
• Medical and Dental is paid 95% by company and 5% by employee (individual or family).
• Vision is covered 100% (individual or family).
• 401K matched contributions up to 4%.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Vacation time is generous but varies depending on program and position.
• 9 Sick Days and 11 Holidays.
• Every teammate gets long and short-term disability free.
• Positions that require laptops, the company provides one.
• Positions that require cellphone, company issues one.

PERKS

• Meaningful employee engagement programs.
• Education discounts (BA-PhD) with a variety of education partners.

OTHER

• Employment is conditional pending satisfactory results of all required tests and background checks.

Urban Strategies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or other legally protected classifications under applicable federal, state and local legal protections.

To apply:

Please visit www.urbanstrategies.us/careers

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