Job description

Are you looking to change lives?

At Firefly Children & Family Alliance you can make a difference.

We value our employees and provide a positive, fulfilling culture which allows new employees to make a difference in the lives of individuals. Employment at Firefly Children & Family Alliance comes with a benefit program that includes a student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, and health insurance and PTO and paid holidays.

Job Requirements:

What sets this Directorship apart is the opportunity to join a successful organization with a remarkable 160 year history of community leadership. Our forward-thinking team is committed to excellence in all aspects of family and children's services, making the work environment ideal for those who can see the big picture and work a plan to get there.

You will be based out of our Muncie office, but will provide services to the following counties: Adams, Blackford, Delaware, Grant, Jay, Randolph and Wells.

To be successful in this role, you need to have the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• A Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or Psychology; license preferred
• A valid driver's license and proof of insurance with 6 or less points on driving record
• First aid and CPR required but can be obtained upon hire
• Expert technology skills with mastery of entire Microsoft Suite including Internet and email
• Clear, effective communications skills
• Knowledge of and adherence to current confidentiality practices
• Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences

Prior work experience in the field of adoption and/or child welfare is preferred.

Job Description:

As our successful Director, you would provide program support and leadership to a team of Case Managers and Therapists providing family preservation and reunification services to ensure positive client outcomes. Specifically, you would be responsible for the following:

Leadership / Management (55 %)

• Ensure grantor / customer satisfaction
• Ensure staff are meeting work product expectations
• Hire, develop, hold accountable and if necessary, terminate Program staff
• Mentor and coach staff through training, inspiration, motivation, and encouragement
• Hold staff accountable to service standards and ensure the processes and procedures are followed according to program standards
• Provide clinical guidance and oversight to staff to ensure best practice
• Oversee vendors to ensure client information, and inquiries are managed in accordance with DCS goals and outcomes
• Respond to crisis calls from program staff
• Work within the structure of DCS Region and broker community

Relationship Development (25 %)

• Build and maintain a strong network of relationships– DCS, foster parents, mental health agencies, schools, and community agencies
• Regularly collaborate and communicate to maintain and establish a strong referral network
• Deliver educational presentations throughout the community to support recruitment
• Proactively market and sell the program through one-on-one interactions

Financials (10 %)

• Responsible for billing, budgets, and contractual relationships within the program

Reporting (10 %)

• Compile and analyze the data for recruitment and retention goals and outcomes
• Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Muncie, IN 47304: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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