The Program Manager provides leadership and oversight to a single program that provides services to a specific population. The Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Program Manager has responsibility for the operation of the site or program including provision of services for the unaccompanied youth, hiring and termination of staff, budget and contract management, oversight of property, and promotion of the program to constituents and the community. He/she maintains contact with funding, referral and licensing sources, including DCF and EEC as well as community stakeholders including government, collaterals, churches and volunteers. This position requires the management of a $1m budget.

Who are we?

Ascentria Care Alliance is a nonprofit organization that has spent the past 150 years helping people in need. We empower people of all backgrounds to rise together and reach beyond life’s challenges by building stronger communities and helping people move forward together.

Essential responsibilities

• Assure the program provides quality services by a trained and supported team of professionals
• Assure the program uses treatment modalities that reflect the most current information and proven effectiveness
• Work with collaterals and funding sources to develop and maintain a positive program reputation
• Oversee the development of a marketing and communication strategy and assure implementation to recruit qualified foster parents
• Assure foster parents receive adequate training and support to meet the needs of the children placed in their homes;
• Responsible for following all agency policies for interviewing and hiring new staff
• Responsible for addressing staff disciplinary issues and following agency policies for corrective action
• Assure the program meets licensing, contract, accreditation and regulatory standards
• Represent the agency and programs at provider and community meetings

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Human/Social Services or related field required
• Two years of clinical experience working with children and families required
• Two years of supervisory or management experience required
• Knowledge of the Child Welfare System and ORR system
• Knowledge of contracts, funding sources and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work flexible hours and be available to meet emergency situation and provide on call support
• Ability to effectively manage client behavior, foster independence and maintain perspective
• Ability to provide documentation including valid driver’s license, evidence of automobile insurance, clear criminal record check and credentials
• Ability to travel throughout assigned region

Trainings Required:

MAPP training preferred

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ascentria we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA and dependent care account

• 3 Weeks PTO and 9 Holidays!
• Tuition Assistance
• And many more!

EEO

Ascentria Care Alliance celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, or any other legally-protected category. Candidates who identify as BIPOC, multilingual or have lived experience with immigration or human services are encouraged to apply.

Education

• Masters or better in Human Services or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License