LSI Division Manager - South Central Region

Add Your Voice - Work For Us

We use our voice, and empower you to use yours, to create positive, lasting change in people's lives. We use our voice because we believe every person should belong and be empowered to thrive.

Who We Are

Our agency began in 1999 by pioneering a model that is nationally recognized. We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing permanent home - with a caring and supportive family that makes it possible to grow and thrive.

A pioneer in new approaches to achieving permanency for children in foster care, we employ specialized knowledge and a continuum of services to help agencies expedite adoptions and keep families together.

To learn more, please visit https://vocetogether.org/expertise/adoption-permanency.html

Additionally, with our partner Diakon, we co-administer the Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) program for the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.

To learn more about LSI, SWAN or Diakon, please visit www.diakon-swan.org
SWAN Legal Services Initiative - Division Manager

The LSI Division Manager has the responsibility for management, oversight, and maintenance of an LSI Region. This includes supervision, mentoring, coaching and support of LSI Coordinators. This position acts as a liaison between the program, LSI Leadership, and the SWAN Prime Contract. The LSI Division Manager works collaboratively with Voce staff, SWAN Prime Contract staff, Technical Assistance (TA) Collaborative partners and county partners. This position is required to demonstrate critical thinking skills and make informed decisions in accordance with protocols, policies, and procedures.

What You Will Contribute

• Manages and supervises assigned staff, including adherence to personnel policies and procedures, reviews timesheets and expense reimbursement forms, equipment procurement, performance feedback, and hires and terminates staff in consultation with Human Resources.
• Guides the professional development of LSI staff to build employee skills and organizational knowledge.
• Identifies and works to implement training and consultations that support the needs of staff & SWAN Network members relative to LSI.
• Works with LSIC to problem solve matters related to the implementation of the LSI program.
  articipate in planning, conduction and attending various staff and committee meetings.
• Oversees relationships with designated counties and other members of the SWAN Network.
• Collaborates in the coordination of LSI and expansion and development throughout the state.
• Other duties as assigned.

What It Will Take To Succeed

• Master's degree in social work or equivalent in a related field with three years' experience or a Bachelor's degree in social work or equivalent in a related field with five years' experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience is preferred.
• Must have advanced knowledge and understanding of the SWAN and LSI Program.
• Must have child welfare or legal field knowledge and experience.
• A valid driver's license

Why Voce - We Invest In You

We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Health insurance with medical spending accounts (employer contribution to the HSA if electing HDHP)
• Dental, vision, long term disability and accident insurance
• Three employer-paid benefits: short term disability insurance, life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Employer contribution equivalent to 6% of your salary to your 401(k)
• 10 paid holidays (including one floating holiday)
• 18 days of PTO in first year of employment
• Qualified employer participating in Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Please submit your cover letter and resume to be considered.

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