Senior Executive Director - Child Welfare Agency - Springfield, IL - $50K

Illinois Coalition for Community Services

Senior Not specified Carbondale, IL, US

Posted 1 week ago

Job summary

Join Illinois Coalition for Community Services' team building a supportive community for youth as the Executive Director of the Child Welfare Agency. Lead daily operations of the CCBYS program using your extensive social work administration skills to positively impact youth in crisis. The organization, recognized for its crucial role in child welfare, offers flexible scheduling, health insurance, and a supportive work culture. Apply now to make a real difference while advancing your career in child welfare management.

Role details
Role
Full-time
Industry
Non-profit And Social Services
Employment
Fulltime
Experience
5 Years +
Education
Master's Degree In Social Work
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the day-to-day management of the child welfare agency
  • Ensure all programs align with the agency's mission and goals
  • Write, disseminate, and enforce policies and procedures
  • Function as the primary contact for the 24/7 crisis line
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Report to the CEO and COO regarding program performance
Requirements
  • A Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited school
  • Five years of full-time work experience in social work administration
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities with experience managing teams
  • Ability to foster a culture of accountability and integrity
  • Extensive problem-solving skills
  • Advanced proficiency in computer skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work in high-pressure environments
Benefits
  • 403(B) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
Key skills
Master's Degree Social Work Administration Leadership Problem-solving Computer Skills Interpersonal Skills Communication Skills
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    Executive Director of Child Welfare Agency
    Job Summary
    The Executive Director of Child Welfare Agency role is crucial in operating and overseeing all aspects of the CCBYS program including staff supervision and enforcement of all applicable policies and procedures. The ideal candidate must have the ability to lead a team of diverse staff. The candidate must also be able to oversee and implement trauma informed practices to effectively serve the communities in which ICCS provides youth services. Candidates selected by ICCS for consideration will be required to provide a brief writing sample.
    What is CCBYS?
    CCBYS is a statewide 24/7 crisis intervention system. Providers are mandated to serve youth in crisis. These are youth who are away from home without parental consent and youth beyond the control of their parents in circumstances which constitute an immediate or substantial danger to the youth's physical safety. CCBYS also serves, in conjunction with DCFS, youth whose parents will not allow them to return home. Further, CCBYS may serve youth in high\-risk situations, and their families when appropriate, according to their needs and in keeping with the goal of family preservation, reunification and/or family stabilization, or independence.
    Duties
    Oversee the day\-to\-day management of the child welfare agency, ensuring all programs align with the agency's mission and goals.
     Writing, disseminating, and enforcing policies and procedures.
    Function as the primary contact of the 24/7 crisis line
     Ensure compliance with applicable laws, including Licensure of Direct Child Welfare Service Employees and Supervisors
    · Report to the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer regarding program performance, compliance, and the implementation of strategic goals.
    Skills
    Master's Degree in Social Work from accredited school of social work required
     Five years’ full\-time work experience in social work administration
    Demonstrated leadership qualities with experience managing teams and fostering a culture of accountability and integrity within the organization.
     Extensive problem\-solving skills.
    Advanced proficiency in computer skills.
     Strong interpersonal and communication skills amongst all levels throughout the organization.
    Ability to work in high pressure and fast paced environments.
    Job Type: Full\-time
    Pay: $50,000\.00/per year
    Benefits:
     403(B) matching
    Dental insurance
     Flexible schedule
    Health insurance
     Life insurance
    Paid time off
     Parental leave
    Retirement plan
     Vision insurance
    Schedule:
    Monday to Friday
    Application Question(s):
     Do you have a Master’s Degree in Social Work?
    Ability to Commute:
    Springfield, IL 62704 (Required)
     Charleston, IL 61920 (Required)
    Perry, Jackson, Franklin, and Williamson County (Required)
    Work Location: Hybrid primarily in Southern Illinois
    Job Type: Full\-time
    Pay: $50,000\.00 per year
    Benefits:
     Dental insurance
    Flexible schedule
     Health insurance
    Life insurance
     Paid time off
    Retirement plan
     Vision insurance
    Work Location: In person