Program Manager, Family Preservation

At Wayfinder Family Services, we understand the unique challenges facing some of our state’s most vulnerable children, youth and adults. Those with disabilities, those without a home of their own, those who have been abused and many, many more. We answer the call for them. We believe in the amazing potential in, and for, each and every one of them. And, together, we find a way to turn that potential into reality.  

Program and Role Summary:

Wayfinder’s Family Preservation provides intensive counseling and other services, parents recognize their triggers and learn how to prevent the behaviors that destabilize their family. As a result of Family Preservation, children avoid out-of-home placement or reentry to foster care and can thrive in their nurturing families. This program launched in July 2024 and reflects Wayfinder’s commitment to expanding preventive services that can avert the need for crisis intervention.

The primary focus on the Program Manager is to oversee implementation and program management. This position will supervise In-Home Outreach Counselors who provide intensive, in-home support to at-risk families in Los Angeles County. The primary goal of the position is to prevent child abuse and neglect by addressing issues that place children at risk of out-of-home placement. This role is crucial in leading a team to promote family stability and ensuring the well-being of children within their homes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure that program services align with DCFS goals and regulatory requirements.
• Interface with the Pomona and Vermont Corridor DCFS offices to ensure clear & direct communication regarding cases & maintain positive working relationships; also represents Wayfinder at mandatory DCFS meetings in service areas as needed.
• Attend cases to IHOCs and advocate for families with DCFS and other agencies as needed.
• Complete and train IHOC’s in UFA assessments.
• Work in collaboration with the Clinical Program Manager to ensure services align with Family Preservation policies and procedures.
• Other duties as outlined in the position description.

Education and Experience:

• A master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university is required
• Licensed in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and in good standing is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in social services or child welfare, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in family preservation or related programs is preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Valid CA Driver License with a minimum of three (3) years good driving history and must be approved by the agency’s insurance carrier to drive agency vehicles.

Benefits: Wayfinder is committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive which includes:

• Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4% 
• Employee referral program: Encourage your colleagues to join us
• Education tuition assistance program: Invest in your career development 
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
• Flexible spending account (FSA) plans 
• Eligibility and other benefits are outlined in plan documents

Additional Benefits Offered for this role:

• Training and professional development  

Wayfinder Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment background and drug screenings.

Salary : $78,000 - $80,000