Foster Care Program Director

Responsibilities

• Performs as a clinical representative of the agency.
• Reviews and processes all referrals for possible admissions within the agency.
• Follows up on all referrals received and collaborates with foster parent recruiters/trainers to identify appropriate homes for placement.
• Requests and secures all documentation received to complete placement/admission of a child/youth with the agency needed at intake.
• Sets up and attends program team meetings and other outside organizational meetings sponsored by the state, surrounding counties, managed care providers or foster care networks.
• Supervises tasks completed by the Case Managers.
• Keeps office and work area in a neat and organized manner.
• Maintains confidential information related to children/youth in care and foster parents licensed with StepStone.
• Aids with quarterly file audits of child/youth files and utilizes information obtained to improve compliance and quality of child/youth file.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of MSW, MSSW, OR CSW; LPCC, LPCA, LCSW, MFTA, or LMFT in addition to degree requirements.
• At least a B.A. or B.S. in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Human Services with five years relevant experience to agency clientele, education, and related training can be substituted.
• Two years supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail, proven supervisory skills, and be capable of working flexible hours.
• Familiarity with agency intake/placement procedures and guidelines, necessary forms, and standard intake procedures.
• Knowledge of standard state rules and regulations regarding child-placing agents.
• Strong computer software and program skills.
• Must be able to travel between service sites, staying overnight as necessary.

About the Role

StepStone Family & Youth Services provides trauma informed, youth centered services to children and families involved in foster care. The Program Director plays a vital leadership role in supporting program operations, service coordination, and compliance efforts while promoting positive outcomes for youth, foster families, and treatment teams.

Benefits

StepStone Family & Youth Services, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides the full spectrum of support to children in need of alternative, safer, and more positive living environments with residential and family services. StepStone connects children and youth who need homes with foster families, as well as foster care training, respite care and support services. For young adults transitioning from foster care to independent living, StepStone provides personalized guidance and training on basic life skills, including money management and education.

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Contact Information

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