Independent Living Program Director

Children’s Aid Society, a non-profit organization established in 1912, recruits for administrative/management, clerical, clinical, social service, and paraprofessional positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. CAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.

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Summary: This position is responsible for planning and implementation of ILSS (Independent Living Support Services) youth camps, leadership conferences, Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) Independent Living Program (ILP) staff Networking Conference, DREAM Council Meetings, Celebration of Scholars, participation at a national conference for IL Youth, and other events, programs and communications related to the CAS ILSS contract with DHR.

Minimum Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree in related field is required.

Minimum Work Experience: Three years in human services work, Independent Living experience preferred. Experience in special events planning and public relations preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications: Licensure applicable to degree. Valid Alabama driver license and auto insurance minimum liability 100/300.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Good organization, event coordination, communication and problem-solving skills. Computer proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel. Ability to respond calmly and non-judgmentally to others, including persons in crisis. Ability and willingness to work occasional weekends and non-traditional hours. Ability to work as a team leader and team player, encouraging a positive atmosphere for a teamwork approach in event planning and implementation.

Demonstrates cultural and socioeconomic proficiency. Competent in trauma responsive care.

Required Internal Certification/Trainings: Bi-annual TB skin test/medical report.

List any physical requirements: Travel, occasionally overnight. Ability to lift 20 lbs.