DIRECTOR COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES THE FAMILY TREE
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Location: Baltimore, MD 21215
Description:
The Family Tree is the leading authority in Maryland for the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Our vision is that all children are raised in safe and supportive families and communities. We do that through proven research-based programs that strengthen families and break the cycle of abuse and neglect through parenting classes, home visiting, anger management classes, children and youth services, parent leadership and support groups, a 24/7 parenting Help Line, community education and public advocacy. Our values are the qualities, customs, standards and principles that the organization believes drive our success. They are mission focused inclusion, equity and anti-bias, collaboration in teamwork, performance & recognition, excellence and respect and integrity. The Family Tree has deep roots serving families in Maryland. The Family Tree is the resultant agency of the 1997 merger of two child abuse prevention agencies: Parents Anonymous of Maryland and The Child Abuse Prevention Center.
This role is responsible for providing leadership and direction to agency programs, with a focus on facilitating their growth and optimizing the quality of services offered to families. Strategic collaboration with like-minded agencies to form alliances is a key component of this position, as is promoting the vision of the Leadership Board and Executive Director. Working closely with middle management staff, the incumbent will develop effective strategic goals annually. Additionally, the position will oversee the administration, implementation and evaluation of community-based services. These services include but are not limited to the Kids Car Plus childcare program, The Sheppard Training Institute, the Family Education Department, the 24 hour call line and the Community Engagement Department.
Education/Qualifications:
Work environment:
This role is responsible for providing leadership and direction to agency programs, with a focus on facilitating their growth and optimizing the quality of services offered to families. Strategic collaboration with like-minded agencies to form alliances is a key component of this position, as is promoting the vision of the Leadership Board and Executive Director. Working closely with middle management staff, the incumbent will develop effective strategic goals annually. Additionally, the position will oversee the administration, implementation and evaluation of community-based services. These services include but are not limited to the Kids Car Plus childcare program, The Sheppard Training Institute, the Family Education Department, the 24 hour call line and the Community Engagement Department.
Education/Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in management in a human services or non profit agency
- Experience with diverse funding strategies
- Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, preferably in grant writing
- Master's degree in human services or behavioral field required
Work environment:
- Must work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings
- Must be prepared to travel to various program sites and varioius communities.
- A driver's license and insured vehicle is necessary to fulfill the duties and responsiblities for the position.