Director of Foster Care Independent Living
Director of Foster Care Independent Living
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Welcome! Are you ready to begin a NewPath
At NewPath we do more to make a difference more for each child each client and our community. Our dedicated team does what it takes day and night to get to the heart of every case and deliver the best care. Backed by a full breadth of services we cater to each individual and answer to every need. We reach more ages with more experts for more results. Every program offers opportunity for change every plan improves lives and every person ignites hope one success story at a time.
Make an Impact as a Director of Foster Care & Independent Living!
The NewPath Child & Family Solutions Director of Foster Care and Independent Living oversees all aspects of the foster care and independent living programs within the organization. This role is responsible for ensuring the provision of highquality services to children adolescents and young adults promoting their safety wellbeing and successful transition from the child welfare system and/or to independent living.
Company Perks: Quick Reference
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Benefits Package Including Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
- Career Growth in an Inclusive Company Culture
- 401(k) 4 automatic employer contribution no required match)
- Paid Holidays Vacation and Sick Days
- Employee Discounts & Partner Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Paid Family/Paternal Leave
- Legal Benefits Services
- Clinical Counseling/Therapy Licensure Supervision Hours (Cost Covered)
- Board Licensure Exam Cost Covered (Therapy Counseling and Nursing)
What You Will Be Doing
- Supervise foster care manager ILS managers and supervisors and staff.
- Oversee the daily operations of the foster care and independent living programs.
- Develop implement and monitor policies and procedures to ensure effective service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations as well as organizational policies.
- Provide ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback and coaching to staff.
- Ensure that all clients receive appropriate and effective services tailored to their individual needs.
- Oversee individual case plans and/or treatment plan for children and youth in foster care and independent living programs.
- Monitor the progress and outcomes of clients ensuring they achieve their personal goals and milestones.
- Seek and manage funding opportunities including grants and donations to support program initiatives.
- Build and maintain relationships with community partners including other social service agencies schools healthcare providers and governmental entities.
- Represent the organization at community meetings conferences and other events.
- Advocate for the needs of foster youth and young adults transitioning to independence.
What You Bring To The Table
- Masters degree in social work Psychology Public Administration or a related field.
- Independent License of Social Work or Counselor in the state of Ohio.
- Minimum of 57 years of experience in foster care child welfare or a related field with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans and program initiatives.
- Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to foster care and independent living.
- Budget management and financial oversight experience.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong problemsolving and decisionmaking abilities
NewPath Child & Family Solutions an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are unable to apply online due to a disability or have a special need that requires accommodation please let us know by contacting Human Resources at
** A clean criminal background check is required.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
