What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at The Bair Foundation?
YOUR JOB
As Director of a foster care agency, you will lead with a commitment to ensuring every child s safety and well-being while upholding the highest standards of care. You will oversee and develop a high-performing team of professionals who support, train, and equip skilled and compassionate resource families to meet the unique needs of children in care. Through strong leadership and collaboration, you will ensure your team is empowered to deliver exceptional service, foster lasting relationships, and promote stability for children and youth. Working closely with a multidisciplinary network, you will drive the implementation of innovative, evidence-based treatment services that promote healing, resilience, and long-term success.
Salary-$65,000-$70,000/Annually
WHO WE ARE
Founded in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania in 1967, The Bair Foundation is a Christian non-profit ministry serving children and families. We have provided quality care and services to children, youth, and families through a myriad of effective community-based services. Today, The Bair Foundation provides services in 9 states, including Kentucky, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Our programs are child-centered, family-focused, strength-based, and culturally competent, which are making a significant and positive impact on the children and families we serve. We strive to touch lives and create a better future.
WHAT YOU LL DO TO MAKE AN IMPACT
- Lead with Purpose Protect children by acting fast on safety concerns, ensuring full compliance with regulations, contracts, and COA standards.
- Inspire Teams Mentor and empower staff to deliver exceptional care and achieve life-changing outcomes.
- Elevate Quality Drive improvements, align services with our trusted model of care, and solve challenges before they become barriers.
- Fuel Growth Manage budgets, hit productivity goals, and maintain excellence without compromising care.
- Build a Winning Culture Lead energizing meetings, coach for success, and create a team built on respect, trust, and accountability.
- Protect Trust Safeguard privacy and uphold the dignity of every child and family we serve.
WHAT YOU BRING (Basic qualifications)
- Education Bachelor s in Social Work
- Candidates must possess a valid driver s license, current auto insurance, and vehicle registration.
WHAT PUTS YOU AHEAD
- Master s degree in social work or related field
- Foster Care leadership experience
YOUR PERKS
Generous Holidays off
Generous PTO benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Schedule
Mileage Reimbursement
401K with Employer Match (Traditional and ROTH options)
Training and Educational Assistance
Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
This is not a complete job description. Full details to follow.
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field. Five years of experience in providing casework services to children and their families. One year as a supervisor of casework services.
- Master’s degree in Social Work or related field. Three years of experience in providing casework services to children and their families. One year as a supervisor of casework services.
- Doctorate or Master's degree in social work from an accredited college/university by the Council on Social Work Education. 3 years of experience in providing caseowrk services to children and their families and 1 year as an administrator or supervisor of casework services.
- Doctorate or Master's degree in a field related to Social Work with 4 years casework service experience with children and families, two of which must be providing casework services to children and families in a child-placing agency. One year as an administrator or supervisor of casework services.
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000