Senior Program Officer for Foster Care

1 week ago

Baltimore, Maryland, United States Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service Full time
Program Manager for Transitional Foster Care

Are you passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization? We have an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager for Transitional Foster Care to join our team at Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS).

About the Role

The Program Manager for Transitional Foster Care will be responsible for the programmatic and operational management of transitional foster care programming. This includes providing oversight of partners and headquarters operations, ensuring that all Global Refuge principles and practices are followed to implement high-quality services.

The successful candidate will have a strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a deep commitment to Global Refuge's core values. They will be able to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners, and have a strong ability to communicate with partners and ORR in responding to changing service needs.

The Program Manager will also be responsible for monitoring programs in real-time, delivering technical assistance to ensure consistent case placement and standards of service provision. They will carry out on-site training and workshops on Global Refuge and ORR policies and procedures, and provide case staffing for challenging cases.

Responsibilities
  • Provides programmatic leadership to ensure all foster care policies and procedures are consistent across Global Refuge programs.
  • Oversight of Directors and Site Supervisors at Foster Care providers to ensure that activities and staff are consistent with their adherence to Global Refuge's and ORR's mission and vision, regulations, structure, policies, and procedures.
  • Staff difficult cases with program staff and federal field specialists.
  • Remains knowledgeable of complex mental health/trauma, medical, safety, and juvenile justice issues that impact children who are referred for foster care.
  • Ensures program compliance with contractual and reporting requirements.
  • Identifies areas of need and works with the Program Officer for Monitoring and Evaluation to ensure the development and delivery of high-quality technical assistance.
  • Develops new program proposals in coordination with direct foster care providers and States.
  • Assists with the launch of new programs, ensuring quality staff and foster parent training and preparation of community partners that will work with the population (i.e. schools, medical/mental health care providers).
  • Reviews and monitors data quality and assurance for Foster Care services.
  • Remains knowledgeable of all federal government and Global Refuge/CFS guidelines, policies, and procedures related to Foster Care.
  • Researches and writes papers or other educational documents regarding case, programmatic, and systemic trends and issues.
  • Participates in presentation efforts designed to advocate responsive policies and programs on behalf of minors of concern.
  • Fosters peer-to-peer learning in the network through conference calls, newsletters, and facilitation of conferences.
Qualifications
  • Graduate degree in Social Work or other Behavioral Science in combination with a minimum of five years of clinical experience and knowledge of child welfare systems, principles, practices, and emerging trends.
  • Minimum of 3 years of administrative supervisory experience.
  • Experience working with diverse client populations, particularly immigrants and refugees.
  • Experience in program development, administration, and budget oversight.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Deep commitment to Global Refuge's core values and ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills, and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We participate in E-Verify.

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