Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services

Description

Bethany for Children & Families is looking for a Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services! The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services will provide leadership and oversight for Illinois Child Welfare and Placement programs. This role is responsible for guiding program development, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and maintaining full compliance with state, contractual, and accreditation standards. The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services will also oversee the effective use of financial and material resources while contributing to strategic planning and organization-wide initiatives.

Base Salary: $85,000.00

Bethany Has Benefits That’ll Make You Smile

We believe in taking care of our team so they can take care of others. That’s why we offer:

Vacation time that grows with you: earn up to 80 hours your first year, and up to 160 hours after year one

Sick time you can count on: earn up to 96 hours each year

Holidays: eleven (11) paid holidays each year

403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contributions upon meeting eligibility

Choice of two health plans (one with an HSA employer contributions)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance (100% employer-paid)

Group Life and AD&D insurance

Options for extra voluntary insurance coverage through UNUM

Educational Aid program to support your professional growth

Performance Objectives

• Division Leadership and Program Supervision
  
  

The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services provides overall leadership for service delivery and program development by:

• Offering constructive, professional supervision to Supervisors to ensure programs are delivered in alignment with contracts, program plans, and agreements with community partners.
• Supporting staff in strengthening existing programs and implementing new service initiatives.
• Ensuring performance objectives are met and accreditation standards are consistently upheld.
• Maintaining positive, collaborative relationships with organizational leadership, funders, and referral partners through high-quality services and timely communication.
• Providing regular updates to the Vice President of Child and Family Services regarding budgets, staffing needs, morale, and division-wide issues.
• Submitting reports, statistical data, and all required documentation in accordance with contract and funding requirements.
• Delivering training to enhance staff understanding of program expectations and organizational standards.
• Ensuring high-quality service delivery by establishing processes for monitoring utilization, quality assurance, and outcome measurement.
• Resource and Budget Management
  
  

The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services ensures the responsible stewardship of division resources by:

• Developing, implementing, and managing the annual operational budget.
• Identifying and pursuing grants and funding opportunities to enhance or expand programs.
• Organizational Mission and Strategic Engagement
  
  

To support the organization’s mission, the Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services:

• Provides essential planning data and contributes to the development and execution of the organization’s strategic plan.
• Participates in collaborative initiatives that advance organizational goals and promote continuous improvement.
  
  

Why Join Us

Bethany for Children & Families is a mission-driven organization committed to improving the lives of children and families across Illinois. In this leadership role, you’ll shape high-impact programs, collaborate with dedicated and passionate professionals, and contribute to strategic initiatives that advance our work. We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the communities we serve.

Requirements

The Director of Child Welfare and Placement Services shall possess:

• A master’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• At least five (5) years of management experience in child welfare or related services.
• Strong leadership, communication, and program development skills.
• Experience with budgeting, accreditation standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with community partners and funding agencies.
• The ability to meet all regulatory requirements for employees of Child Welfare Agencies as outlined in Illinois Administrative Rule and Procedure, including completion of background checks through the Sex Offender Registry, SACWIS, Illinois State Police, FBI, and Federal Office of the Inspector General, as well as eligibility for certification as a driver of children by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.