What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director (Bridges) position at CEDARS Youth Services?
Overview
Reports To: Service Director
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: 40-hour work week, flexible as needed
About CEDARS
At CEDARS, our mission is to help children achieve safety, stability, and enduring family relationships. For over 75 years, thousands of kids and families have found refuge and a new beginning at CEDARS. As one of Nebraska’s most trusted human service organizations, we make sure that kids feel safe and secure. At the same time, we’re giving parents, foster families, and partnering agencies the support they need to care effectively for kids.
Job Summary
The Program Director will drive the development and growth of services and programs for at-risk, runaway, and/or homeless youth and young adults in the Omaha metro area; as well as provide oversight for the provision of such services and programs. The Program Director will cultivate strong relationships to strengthen collaborative efforts with partners on behalf of youth and young adults.
Job Summary
The Program Director will drive the development and growth of services and programs for at-risk, runaway, and/or homeless youth and young adults in the Omaha metro area; as well as provide oversight for the provision of such services and programs. The Program Director will cultivate strong relationships to strengthen collaborative efforts with partners on behalf of youth and young adults.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the oversight of the existing Street Outreach program, and the development of additional services for runaway, homeless, and youth experiencing housing instability. This will include a drop-in center and independent living and supportive housing program.
- Extend CEDARS commitment to quality service delivery throughout the Omaha metro area by fostering connections and building a strong network among other service providers.
- Direct and coordinate quality services for youth and young adults in assigned programs. Be responsible for ensuring that the program environment is safe, trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive.
- In collaboration with Human resources, be responsible for the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of the program staff.
- In conjunction with the Continuous Quality Improvement team, plan and facilitate program developments and quality improvement activities.
- Along with the Service Director, prepare the annual program budget. Monitor monthly census, revenue and expenses for the program.
- Assist with reporting as required for all contractual obligations, sustainability, and ongoing development efforts.
- Be responsible for program compliance with all licensing standards and assisting in agency accreditation.
- Maintain positive relationships with referral sources, parents/legal guardians, and community partners.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, psychology, or closely related field. A graduate degree is preferred, but not required.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience with supervisory responsibilities.
- Must have a genuine interest in and concern for all youth and families.
- Strong relationship skills, organizational and communication skills.
- Sensitive to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the clients and families we serve.
- Ability to provide effective leadership that fosters teamwork within and across programs.
- Experience providing crisis support and management.
- Knowledge and experience providing trauma-informed care.
- Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
As a full-time active employee, you are eligible to participate in the following benefits:
- medical, dental, and vision coverages
- flexible spending accounts and health spending accounts
- personal leave, emergency leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
- retirement plan with 5% company match
- life & long-term disability insurance
- employee assistance program
- wellness and engagement program
- early childhood childcare discount
- opportunities to collect overtime hours if desired
- shift differentials for certain shifts worked and holidays
- mileage reimbursement
- extensive training and professional development opportunities
