Program Manager I

Job Description

Job Description

The Program Manager I – Community Services will design and implement high quality social service programming based on research that is responsive to the needs in Champaign County and will participate on the Community Services Division program management team. The position will provide oversight and overall coordination of assigned programs, contracts, and grants in compliance with all relevant State, Federal, and local provisions; is responsible for administrative and clinical oversight of assigned programs, assigning tasks and monitoring direct services   provided by social services staff within a specified program area. This position provides leadership to the Community Services Division in the absence of the Community Services Director and Community Services Assistant Director. This position will ensure delivery of assigned duties and program services in accordance with the Agency Vision, Mission, and Values and applicable program contracts, manuals, and guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field and a minimum of three years supervisory experience, Master’s degree preferred.Skills in supervision, training, and program evaluation.
• Ability to understand the vision, mission, and values of CCRPC and act as a team member of the organization to implement in everyday work.
• Must possess strong skills in the use of common office software for word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Ability to learn the use of web-based systems.
• Ability to prioritize and handle emergency or crisis situations.
• Ability to pass criminal background check.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to transport clients and their children and visit their homes throughout service area on a daily basis.
• Ability to attend community meetings and interpret information presented and shared amongst participants, provide program information at community meetings, provide formal program presentations, and collect and share relevant meeting information with team.
• Effective management, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills necessary to relate well to clients, community members, stakeholders and funders, and to provide supervision to subordinate staff.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Proven ability to take initiative and see projects through to successful completion, with a focus on following through with execution, ongoing monitoring, and timely adjustments as needed.
• Ability to stay informed on evolving industry trends, policy changes, and community needs, and integrate this knowledge into program development and service improvement.
• Ability to handle program and client information in a confidential manner and report concerns as mandated.
• Adherence to the principles of EEO and ADA.
• Knowledge and respect for diverse cultures / lifestyles and problems of poverty in the community.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles.
• Ability to complete timely and accurate documentation.
• Ability to function professionally in stressful situations.
• Proficient in English (spelling, punctuation, grammar).
• Ability to attend worksite regularly to perform job duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate program needs including periodic evenings and weekends.

Summary

Status :   Full-Time / 37.5 hours per week

Schedule :    8 : 00 a.m. – 4 : 30 p.m., M-F

Starting Hourly Wage :     $33.95

Worksite Location :   1776 E. Washington Street, Urbana, IL  61082

Competitive benefits, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement, high quality programming and great work environment!

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Company Description

Who We Are

Champaign County Regional Planning Commission logoThe Champaign County Regional Planning Commission is an intergovernmental membership organization that provides a variety of programming in the areas of regional, environmental and transportation planning; economic, community, and workforce development; social services; early childhood education; and technical assistance in East Central Illinois. As a multi-faceted government agency, the Commission administers over 100 federal and state grants and contracts with an annual operating budget of $25 million and a staff of over 230 professionals housed in 12 locations serving over 30,000 clients annually.

In 2016, the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission reached a 50-year milestone in promoting, planning, and facilitating improvements to the health, safety, welfare, education, economic conditions, environment, and development within our region. We are proud of our many achievements over the past 50 years and look forward to continuing to devel

Company Description

Who We Are Champaign County Regional Planning Commission logoThe Champaign County Regional Planning Commission is an intergovernmental membership organization that provides a variety of programming in the areas of regional, environmental and transportation planning; economic, community, and workforce development; social services; early childhood education; and technical assistance in East Central Illinois. As a multi-faceted government agency, the Commission administers over 100 federal and state grants and contracts with an annual operating budget of $25 million and a staff of over 230 professionals housed in 12 locations serving over 30,000 clients annually. In 2016, the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission reached a 50-year milestone in promoting, planning, and facilitating improvements to the health, safety, welfare, education, economic conditions, environment, and development within our region. We are proud of our many achievements over the past 50 years and look forward to continuing to devel

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