Program Director

Anchor House Ministries is a Christian child welfare ministry committed to helping youth and young men and women in crisis. AHM strives to provide a safe, secure, and nurturing environment to youth (ages 12-17), who have been referred to us by the State of Florida or private counselors. The young adult program for ages 18 – 24 serves young men and women who have aged out of foster care and need support.

Residents end up at Anchor House for many reasons. Some have been orphaned, abandoned, neglected, or abused. Others are simply struggling to find their way in life. AHM staff work with residents through the treatment team, educational assessment, individual counseling, life skills training, and by simply meeting their basic human needs of nurture, food, and shelter. The team focuses on the healing of the youth so that they can manage their own emotions and build healthy relationships.

The goal is family reunification or adoption, when possible, while other youth are prepared to safely navigate the transition into an adult life of independence and self-sufficiency.

• Oversee all program operations and staff in Polk County.
• Ensure the mission and vision of Anchor House are implemented within the program.
• Ensure all documentation is completed for programs.
• Ensure all staff are supervised and trained to fulfill the mission of the organization

Status:
Exempt, Full-Time

Supervisor:
Regional Program Director

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 403(b) with gift and matching options
• Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday pay.
• Accident Insurance incentive

Compensation:
Depends on Experience

Hours:

On Call Rotation

Accepting Applications till 9/1/2026
Expected

Start Date:

10/1/2026

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience or a master’s degree in a related field.
• 1-2 years of leadership experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Support the mission and vision of Anchor House.
• Required:
  
  Have and maintain a clear MVR (motor vehicle record).
• Must be 21 or older for insurance purposes.
• Must pass and maintain a county of residence check, federal background check, drug screen, civil check, child abuse record check, and sex registry check. (These are subject to change based on Federal and State regulations)
• Should be able to demonstrate intermediate to advanced proficiency in Word processing and spreadsheet functions, preferably Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher, as well as general email and attachment functions.

• Ensure quality care for all youth in the programs.
• Coordinate with the therapist to ensure quality care of the youth.
• Attend Service Plan and Treatment Team meetings as needed
• Ensure life skill lessons, nurture groups, and activities are completed and documented with all youth.
• Handle program concerns after hours and on weekends.
• Complete monthly DHOH report.
  
  Serve as the acting SPOC for Civil Rights.
• Assist with monthly documentation and reporting
• Review and submit all incident reports within 24 hours. Submit reports on IRAS as needed.
• Assist with documenting and reviewing placement requests.
• Complete the admission process and ensure that timely and accurate documentation is completed.
• Oversees educational programming
• Plan and implement staff scheduling
• Ensure the client census is accurate and up to date
• Complete supply orders for the program
• Monitor the program budget
• Ensure the weekly program schedule is prepared, and all supplies are prepared
• Oversee yearly menu and health department reviews
• Monitor all medication management and ensure compliance
• Ensure required postings and documentation are provided for the program.
• Assist with scheduling and overseeing nonclinical interns.
• Complete regular walk-throughs of the facility and notify the appropriate people of program and facility needs.
• Ensure compliance of client files and documentation
• Assist with preparation for yearly licensing reviews.
• Work with the team to meet program goals and implement corrective action and improvement plans.
• Work with team members of all backgrounds and make creating a culture of respect and inclusivity a priority.
• Provide services in a way that is…