Assistant Program Manager

Child & Family Support Services (CFSS) is accepting applications for Full-time Assistant Program Manager in Yavapai County.

The Assistant Program Manager will oversee a continuum of services for families who are involved with the Department of Child Safety (DCS), and help families to build safe, nurturing environments for the successful reunification of their children. The Assistant Program Manager is an ideal position for an experienced helping professional that demonstrates an ability to relate and build positive connections with teammates across roles, plan and organize support services, and coordinate staff schedules and interactions with families. This position will also participate in an on-call rotation.

This position works in collaboration with the AZ Department of Child Safety to support families reunifying with their children.

Assistant Program Manager Job Responsibilities:

• Managing day to day operations, overseeing referral assignments and compliance with referral timelines, documentation completion and compliance, general contract requirements and compliance for the DCS Services delivered.
• Partnering with stakeholders; responding to funding sources, creating relationships with partner agencies, etc.
• Measuring and tracking progress on program, agency and best practice deliverables and outcomes for children and families in line with DCS’ performance criteria.
• Communicating effectively with families, supervisors and parent aides, Child and Family Team members (stakeholders, therapists, case managers, etc), and agency management.
• Providing supervision, support and employee development to Supervisors, Case Aides, and Parent Aides and evaluating performance.
• Participating in recruiting, interviewing and hiring efforts.
• Modeling company values and other duties related to the provision, coordination and oversight of the DCS teams.
• Must be comfortable working in a strength-based and family-centered way.
• Flexibility in scheduling, willingness to drive to travel throughout Maricopa County, and willingness to work within the homes/communities of the families we serve.
• Assisting with caseload coverage as needed.
• Performing other duties related to the position
  
  
  

The Assistant Program Manager must also demonstrate an ability to relate to and build positive connections with families of varied lifestyles, backgrounds, and ethnicities. Knowledge and understanding of Family Systems Theory, Family Centered practice, Positive Behavior Support, family dynamics, parenting skills, and the treatment philosophies of family-based services are also preferred. While this is a supervisory position, it also involves working directly with children and families.

This position requires afternoon, evening, and weekend work. Adaptability in scheduling, driving throughout the county and working within communities of the families we support is required.

Education/Experience Needed:

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree with three (3) years of related work experience or a Master’s degree with at least one (1) year of work experience in a related field preferred.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Must be 21 years or older
• Valid Arizona Driver's LicenSe with an acceptable 39 month driving record
• Reliable transportation, including proof of Insurance and Arizona Registration
• Candidates are required to submit a negative drug test
• Obtain an Arizona DPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Complete a DCS Central Registry Check Report of Child Abuse and Neglect
• Complete Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid training
  
  
  

Compensation: DOE

We offer a full benefits package to all full-time employees, including:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) contribution match
• Paid time off and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
  
  
  

CFSS was founded in 2003. Our mission is to prevent out-of-home care and support youth in achieving success within their homes and communities. We believe in the power of collaboration, compassion, and community. We’re dedicated to providing outpatient behavioral health services that help children, youth, and young adults thrive. When you work with us, you become part of a mission-driven organization that values your skills, passion, and commitment to making a difference..

Please visit www.cfss.com for more information.

Job Type: Full Time

• Relevant experience may include jobs and positions like:
• Behavioral Coach
• Behavioral Health Technician
• Case Aide
• Visitation Facilitator
• Program Manager
• Community-based Specialist
• Family Support Worker
• Group Home Technician
• In-home Support
• Life Coach
• Mentor
• Assistant Program Manager
  
  
  

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