The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) supports people who have lost or left their homes. For over 100 years, the unwavering commitment of our leadership, team, network of service providers, and advocates has helped redirect the destiny of countless vulnerable lives. In neighborhoods, in Washington, and around the world, we break down barriers and demand justice for refugees and immigrants as they successfully integrate into new communities. We provide essential social and legal services to rebuild productive lives, turning tragedy into prosperity. We are a purpose driven organization with a mission to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in forced or voluntary migration worldwide and supporting their transition to a dignified life. To learn more about our work, please visit our website at www.refugees.org.
OVERVIEW
The Assistant Program Director is responsible for the supervision of the residential care and case management teams; he or she will also serve as the secondary liaison with ORR. The Assistant Program Director ensures the well-being, safety, and supervision of all youth placed in the facility. This position reports to the Program Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise staff and take responsibilities for shelter environment including programming and conflict management initiatives;
- Schedule, supervise and evaluate staff daily to ensure appropriate coverage and supervision, as well as documenting all meetings involving staff;
- Supervise youth’s participation in care, recreation and other activities
- Develop corrective action plans related to DCF and ORR/DUCO to address identified areas needing improvement and work collaboratively with staff to implement solutions;
- Train staff on topics related to ORR’s Policy Guide and the Manual of Procedures as well as USCRI rules, policy and procedures including critical incident reporting, notification procedures, trauma informed approaches and positive behavioral interventions and ensure employee attendance at trainings/workshops as needed;
- Participate in the selection and screening of applicants for employment to assure positions are filled in a timely manner, and new staff orientation program;
- Assist with tracking/development of goals and benchmarks for the program and assist with identifying trends related to but not limited to staff turnover, staff training needs, and clients service needs
- Stay up to date regarding nationally recognized accreditation standards related to shelter services;
- Provide routine follow -up on ORR/DUCO requirements, - ORR/DUCO quarterly program progress report, monthly statistical report, annual program report, ORR/DUCO cooperative agreement and program expectations;
- Assist in the planning and implementation of new program initiatives;
- Report all situations of importance related to risk management and liability to the Program Director and where appropriate to the Vice President and/or President and CEO;
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job duties indicated is not to be an exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, or other relevant behavioral science plus five years of experience in child welfare administration or child protective services;
- Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience;
- Must pass a criminal background, child abuse and neglect registry clearance and other screening requirements including health assessment, Tuberculosis test and drugs test;
- Valid state issued driver’s license and auto insurance is required;
- Possess or be able to obtain CPR and basic first aid certification;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office required;
- Exceptional time management and attention to detail;
- Strong leadership skills and ability to effectively lead and manage a team and serve as an example for racial, ethnic, culturally sensitive and competent care and treatment of children and staff giving special attention to bias reduction, and the needs of LGBTQIA youth.
- Support a trauma-informed approach and therapeutic learning environment when interacting with youth;
- Support all functions that attain and maintain accreditation and compliance with regulatory agencies;
- Ability to work under pressure and remain calm and composed under stressful situations;
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, residents, service providers and others;
- Ability to evaluate/interpret information and make good and independent judgements or decisions; and
- Demonstrated support of USCRI’s values by exhibiting respect for others, maintenance of confidential information and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- Satisfactory completion of USCRI’s Orientation and Training;
- Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory training; and
- Complete additional training as identified by supervisor, Program Director or Human Resources.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Please submit a resume with cover letter describing your interest and qualifications with your online application.
Apply for Assistant Program Director using the link below:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment....
References will be required at time of the final interview.
No telephone calls please. Position will remain open until filled.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity;
- Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands;
- Occasional lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying; and
- Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements).