CUA 5 Program Director

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ABOUT APM & CUA

JOB SUMMARY

Key job tasks/duties/responsibilities of the CUA Program Director

• Oversee programmatic procedures to meet the objectives set by the Regional Director of CUA Operations, program funders, the Department of Public Welfare, the Department of Human Services (DHS) and other PA State regulatory agencies.
• Maintain 90% or higher visitations of children in the APM-CUA child welfare district with all documentation required by DHS
• Participate with the Regional Director of CUA Operations and Quality Assurance (QA) Director in the determination of department policies and procedures to meet objectives, benchmarks and performance measures set forth by the program.
• Work in collaboration with QA to develop strategies and ongoing processes that address program auditing, ensure that inspections are prepared for and all contract compliance requirements are met and inspections/site visits are successfully passed.
• Work with QA to ensure that licenses and contracts are renewed annually and on time.
• Analyze proposed legislation, regulations, or policy changes to determine how agency services could be impacted, modified and/or adjusted.
• Research and analyze child/family and community needs to determine program direction and goals.
• Act as mentor and coach to program staff and other community partner programs regarding the interpretation and implementation of program-related federal, state and county regulations and policies.
• Speak to partner agencies and community members to explain and interpret purpose, programs, and policies.
• Develop strategies and participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring and retaining staff and resource families.
• Represent the organization, the program and act on behalf of the Regional Director of CUA Operations when called upon, in relations with the community, partner provider agencies and governmental agencies.
• Implement and evaluate staff performance, training needs and training competence.
• With the assistance of the CUA Community Liaison develop community recruiting activities and help in the development of outreach materials.
• Establish and maintain relationships with other agencies, service providers and organizations in the community to meet program and family needs and to ensure that services are integrated, ongoing and represent an ongoing continuum of care.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports, such as budgets, personnel records, training and policy and procedure manuals.
• Direct activities of professional and technical staff members, support staff, all Supervisors and Case Management staff on the project.
• Evaluate the work of staff and subcontractors/consultants/partner agencies to ensure that programs are of appropriate quality and that resources are used efficiently and effectively.
• Ensure that support services are provided through integrated, interagency/provider network referral systems.

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance through Independence Administrators or $100/moth reimbursement with proof of current insurance
• Vision and Dental Plans through SunLife
• Basic Life Insurance (100% Employer Funded)
• 403B Retirement Plan with Company Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health, Childcare, and Public Transportation expenses
• Employee Assistance Program including free counseling, trainings, webinars, and other resources
• Could be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as APM is a non-profit
• Voluntary Plans include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Short-term and Long-term Disabilities
• Employee Referral Program
• 20 Days of Paid Time Off include Illness, Vacation, Appointments, and Emergencies
• 12 Days of Paid Holidays
• Use of company vehicle for transportation of children in our care
• Convenient parking with parking pass (only for the CUA 5 location)
• Mileage Reimbursement

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field including but not limited to sociology, psychology, counseling, criminal justice, education, divinity or public health administration.
• Proven Management/leadership skills with a minimum of 7 years social work experience in the child welfare system; direct service, administrative development, and supervision of professional staff.
• An understanding of Department of Human Services and Department of Public Welfare standards and regulatory guidelines of children welfare.
• Experience in reviewing budgets and identifying budgetary priorities.
• Experience in selecting and hiring staff.
• Experience in managing, training and supervising staff
• Experience in directing middle management staff.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Child welfare state programs, regulatory systems experience
• Organization and structure of local, state, federal government and community partner agencies.
• Skilled in operating office equipment, including basic computer skills and proficient in the use of standard Microsoft software, including Word, Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.

APM is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.