What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director Montgomery County Programming position at Valley Youth House?
Location: Plymouth Meeting, PA
The Organization:
Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a trauma-informed / healing-centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development, and cultural awareness into all aspects of its services. The agency is committed to ensuring that clients and staff feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and are empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.
Why Should You Apply?
- Hybrid opportunities.
- An extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
- Competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
- Enroll in our 401(k)-retirement plan and enjoy a company match to secure your financial future.
- Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
- Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
- Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
- Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team.
- Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth.
Essential Functions for the Associate Director Montgomery County Programming
- Meet all program performance requirements as established by the program funders. This includes client contact goals, documentation and any necessary reporting.
- Ensure attainment of program financial goals as established in yearly budget commitments.
- Review Key Performance Indicators sheet and follow up monthly with supervisors/coordinators on areas needing improvement and to recognize great performance. Ensure continuous quality improvement through the monitoring of goal completion, audit checks and the meeting of deadlines.
- Lead a motivated team that can work independently and make decisions with minimal direction by providing instructive and supportive supervision to direct reports 40 hours a year in a formal setting.
- Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in Social Work If the degree is in an unrelated field then the candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in the social services field.
- One to three years of experience supervising, mentoring or proven leadership abilities.
- A valid driver's license, a motor vehicle report that meets agency requirements and reliable transportation that can safely transport clients if needed.
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule that occasionally includes evenings.
- Ability to complete the pre-employment physical and drug test requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- A Master's degree in Social Work or other related field. If the degree is in an unrelated field then the candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in the social services field.
- Three or more years experience working with youth and young adults.
- Social Work licensure is a plus.
- Ability to utilize Google Workspace and an Electronic Health Record/Case Management system.
Physical Requirements:
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
- Able to climb in and out of vehicle multiple times per day
- Reach with hands and arms and sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk, working on a computer
**If eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k -6% match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.
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