Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Program Director  Post Internal Days 0   Category Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC)   Description POSITION TITLE: PROGRAM DIRECTOR, Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) Services Program DEPARTMENT: Family Support Services REPORTS TO: Senior Program Director of UC Programs CGS's Unaccompanied Alien Children Services Program serves children/youth presenting a range of challenging behaviors, especially those related to symptoms of trauma. The Program's services are provided by bilingual (Spanish/English) staff who receive specialized training in the special needs of refugee children and in Evidence-Based Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). The program provides a safe, therapeutic environment in a family-like setting that addresses the requirements of each child/youth in a manner that is sensitive to his or her age; preserves cultural, ethnic and religious heritage; and meets dietary needs, native language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other critical individual needs. The program operates under the overall supervision of the Program Director. Responsibilities The Program Director has oversight of the entire program and is responsible for meeting program targets and outcomes. He or she also acts as the primary liaison with the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). The Program Director's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Overall management of the programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational systems related to the provision of care and services to children and youth served in this program in accordance with all applicable local, State, and Federal standards, instructions and procedures, regulations, laws, and settlement agreement Provision of regular and timely reports to ORR regarding the program's operations, services, and finances in accordance with CGS's cooperative agreement or statement of work Establishing a workplace environment that is respectful and supportive to the children/youth, staff, and external stakeholders Bringing any issues or concerns to the designated ORR Program Officer Other tasks as assigned. Qualifications MSW/LMSW or equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology or other relevant behavioral science Significant social service program management experience and knowledge of child welfare, child protective services, education, and/or child care Experience with Evidence-Based Models Strong supervisory, planning and analytical skills Effective communicator with excellent writing and speaking skills Proficient in Spanish required   Position Requirements   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Salary   Benefits   Work Location   Division Family Support Services   About the Organization It is our vocation to serve those in need, to aid those who desire help, and to guide those who seek better lives. Through supportive interventions, we provide help, create hope and preserve dignity. We provide help by offering an array of services for underserved families and individuals with special needs. All that we do is delivered with care, compassion, and respect, to address fundamental challenges, improve well-being and increase self-sufficiency. We create hope by strengthening and empowering families and individuals in need. By providing shelter, care, treatment, rehabilitation, counseling, training, and connection to high quality allied services, we produce holistic solutions that enhance each person’s physical, mental and social well-being, as well as their positive connections to family and community. We preserve dignity with a faith-based commitment to recognizing the value of each person we serve, regardless of race, religion, creed, or life circumstances.   EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed servicemember status. This does not include pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation – all of which are on the website. CGS does not tolerate discrimination in any employment opportunities or practices, based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status), national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation, or retaliation based on prior protected EEO activity.   This position is currently accepting applications. 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