Assistant Program Director

Department: Foster Family Services • Location: Colton (San Bernardino) • Reports To: Program Director • FLSA Status: Exempt • Salary Range: $77,000 - $82,000

About the role

Provides oversight and direct supervision of program staff. This managerial position requires flexibility and focus on program needs, including achieving and maintaining accreditation. The role is also the Prevention of Sexual Abuse Compliance Manager, responsible for establishing and guiding appropriate personnel and agency responses to sexual abuse and sexual harassment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise program staff to ensure appropriate uses of resources.
• Oversee daily operations of the center.
• Assist in recruiting, home study, and home inspection functions when needed.
• Train staff members in home study and home inspection functions.
• Supervise assignments of Resource Family Homes to Case Managers/Social Workers.
• Coordinate with law enforcement agencies when a victim of sexual abuse has been identified.
• Attend and conduct training on sexual assault screening/recognition with agency staff and foster parents.
• Ensure center compliance with government regulations regarding prevention, detection, and response to sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
• Screen all Special Incidents and police reports related to sexual abuse or sexual harassment.
• Ensure confidentiality of all incident and complaint investigation reports as required by Health and Safety Code Section 153(b).
• Attend and conduct crisis interventions with staff and service recipients.
• Maintain professional and respectful relationships with agency employees, service recipients, community contracts, and regulatory personnel.
• Assist with intake/placement of children.
• Travel, including transportation of children to parents/sponsors on rotation with other positions.
• Perform other duties as requested by the assigned supervisor or management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises employees in the department.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Supervises, coaches, and mentors staff, providing guidance and corrective/disciplinary action as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in prevention/education of sexual abuse/assault, crisis interventions, or work with victims of sexual abuse/assault.
• 3+ years working with child welfare standards, best practices, quality assurance, or compliance.
• 5+ years of progressive employment with a social services or childcare agency or organization.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in education, psychology, sociology, or other relevant behavioral science (or equivalent education and experience as determined by the licensing agency).

Skills

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally and in writing; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports team success; builds morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Judgement: Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgement; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in the decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
• Language Ability: Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business, professional, technical, or governmental documents. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, and the public.
• Mathematical Ability: Comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, algebra, and advanced statistical theory. Work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.
• Reasoning Ability: Apply logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Deal with nonverbal symbolism (e.g., formulas and equations) in difficult phases. Deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard office equipment.

Certificates and Licenses

• Certification as a sexual assault counselor (S.A.R.T. Certification) strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance (employee-paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Day(s)