Director, Family Engagement and Health; PTO

Description

Salary Range: $73,950 - $82,456 annually

Benefits (The Good Stuff)

• 3 WKS+ Vacation Paid*
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 12 PTO Paid Days
• Competitive Health Benefits Package
• Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month
• Short-Term Disability at NO COST
• Life Insurance & AD&D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounted On-Site Early Childhood Care
• Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree
• Free Monthly Transit Card

* Vacation amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service

Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!

United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a Director, Family Engagement and Health to join our team. As a Director, Family Engagement and Health
, you will be responsible for ensuring high-quality implementation of the Head Start Program Performance Standards, organizational policies, and program goals related to Family Engagement and Health. The Director leads the development of systems, monitors program performance, utilizes data to drive continuous quality improvement, and ensures coordinated, integrated services that promote positive outcomes for children and families. Working collaboratively with the Vice President of the Center for Excellence, this position provides strategic direction, strengthens staff capacity, oversees contracted services, and ensures readiness for federal monitoring.

UWM is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Please visit our Career site homepage to view our EEO statement and Drug-Free policy.

• Provide strategic leadership for Family Engagement, Health, Nutrition, Mental Health, Oral Health, and Community Partnership services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor annual work plans, program goals, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, licensing regulations, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies.
• Analyze program data and monitor results to identify trends, recommend improvements, and monitor outcomes.
• Work with the Director of Education/Intervention in leading the Self-Assessment and federal reviews.
• Work with the Director of Education/Intervention on the annual program report.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for the Policy Council and CFE Committee.

• Directly supervise Family Engagement Supervisors, Health Specialists, Senior Administrator and Data Entry Administrator.
• Conduct reflective supervision, performance evaluations, and professional development planning.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff retention.

• Provide leadership for implementation of the Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (PFCE) Framework.
• Oversee ERSEA collaboration, family partnership processes, parent leadership initiatives, and community partnerships.
• Ensure effective implementation of health, nutrition, oral health, and safety requirements.
• Lead the Mental Health/Health Advisory Committee.
• Coordinate reflective supervision meetings (group and individual).
• Foster collaboration across service areas and model a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.
• Exercise sound professional judgment and elevate significant compliance or operational issues to the Vice President of the Center for Excellence.

• Oversee monitoring of health, safety, and compliance across all partner sites.
• Monitor child health requirements including immunizations, screenings, follow-up treatment, and health outcomes.
• Provide oversight of contracted nutrition services, including contract implementation, invoice review, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with consultants and community providers to ensure comprehensive services.

• Ensure accurate Child Plus data and utilization of program performance information.
• Monitor key indicators including attendance, family outcomes, health compliance, screenings, and program goals.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives based on data and monitoring findings.
• In collaboration with the Director of Education/Intervention, review the PIR and ensure all program data is correct.

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Public Health, or Health Services Administration. Master's degree in Public Health, Social Work, or Health Services Administration preferred.

Experience Requirements: Three or more years of experience in Head Start or Early Head Start programs, including supervisory experience overseeing professional staff.

Requirements: Regular access to a reliable vehicle; vehicle insurance which would include periodic…