Manages services for children placed in foster care and supervises Foster Family Services staff. Analyzes and reports on program data and ensures compliance with all regulatory and program standards. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Oversees Foster Family Program. Recruits, trains, and supervises program staff and volunteers; provides supervision and oversight to foster home licensure and home-study process. Develops and maintains relationships with outside agencies and organizations for referral of Foster Parents. Administers financial planning, and the allocation and disbursement of program budget. Develops positive supervision relationships which includes coaching and mentoring; monitors performance of assigned personnel and reviews performance with Foster Services staff; develops and monitors career path trajectories for Foster Services staff. Implements and ensures compliance with all contractual, regulatory, program, and accrediting body standards. Develops and implements services for the program; directs and coordinates program activities. Coordinates child referrals, intakes, and placement; coordinates Foster Parent selection assumes responsibility for final approval of Foster Parents. Ensures training, supervision, consultation, and evaluation of Foster Parents. Supervises, approves, monitors, and evaluates child service plans. Provides clinical oversight, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution direction to Foster Family Services staff. Provides and reviews necessary communication and documentation for families, agencies, courts, and interested parties to discuss child and family progress in meeting goals; provides direction for and reviews all situations of discharge of youth from the program. May be trained to become a certified Common Sense Parenting Instructor and as a certified instructor may be asked to conduct Common Sense Parenting (CSP) Courses at designated locations as assigned. Compiles, analyzes, and reports program data. Coordinates effective collection and analysis of program data from a variety of sources. Solicits written feedback from key stakeholders on a regular basis. Prepares and submits reports and recommendations to leadership. Offers input and knowledge regarding budgetary management and Foster Parent reimbursement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to youth care and the child welfare system; thorough understanding of Federal, State, Local, and Council on Accreditation (COA) standards. High level of professionalism and interpersonal skills. Computer skills in Microsoft Office. Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and with external contacts in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality. Ability to build and sustain trust to facilitate successful, professional relationships. Ability to successfully lead a team of associates. Ability to adapt responses to situations while maintaining procedural and regulatory integrity. Strong knowledge of Boys Town model and fidelity of care. Ability to work with confrontational clients and their families. Ability to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with children and families, staff, and support agencies. Advanced critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, including ability to make assessments and use sound judgment. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Human Services or a related field required. Minimum of 3 years of experience working with children and families including management and supervisory experience required. Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required. Ability to provide own transportation (mileage reimbursed) to complete travel requirements of the job required. Meet auto insurance requirements established by Boys Town policy and/or State and Local laws required. On-call and continuously available to provide support and consultation and flexible hours including evenings and weekends required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with children and families in community-based programs or Boys Town Programs preferred. Diversity is more than a commitment at Boys Town—it is the foundation of who we are and what we do. At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. About Boys Town: Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town physicians and free prescriptions under the Boys Town Medical Plan, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life. This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003. Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town physicians and free prescriptions under the Boys Town Medical Plan, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life. If you don't see an opportunity that fits your experience, please apply here for general consideration.