Program Director - Mercer

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Mercer County, NJ

Full Time

Salary: $62,500 to $70,000

The Program Director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and activities within a residential facility catering to youth. This 5 day a week, in-person role involves providing leadership, guidance, and support to residents, ensuring their safety, well-being, and adherence to program guidelines. The Program Director collaborates closely with staff members and members of the youth treatment team, to create a nurturing environment conducive to their growth and development.

Additionally, they oversee administrative tasks, manage budgets, and maintain compliance with relevant regulations and policies. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a commitment to empowering and advocating for young individuals in need of support and guidance.

• Provides overall administrative oversight and supervision to program staff in assigned programs, and maintains documentation of relevant supervisory issues.
• Recruit, train, develop and supervise program staff. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Conduct monthly supervision and annual performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Create and post staffing schedules. Ensure the program maintains staffing ratios as required by licensing and state regulation for 24 hours- 7 days a week (including holidays).
• Ensure the delivery of contracted services to youth.
• Manage the program budget. Monitor expenditures and adjust as needed. Seek opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.
• Stay informed about licensing requirements and ensure compliance. Implement and enforce safety and security protocols. Address any issues related to legal or regulatory compliance.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community organizations, schools, and other stakeholders. Collaborate with external agencies and professionals to enhance program effectiveness.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Regularly assess program outcomes and identify areas for enhancement.
• Develop and implement crisis intervention protocols along with a multidisciplinary team. Respond effectively to emergencies and ensure the safety of residents and staff. Reviews and closes out all incident reports within established agency time frames.
• Maintain open communication channels with staff, residents, and families. Provide regular updates to the executive team and stakeholders.
• Facilitate ongoing training for staff to enhance skills and knowledge. Stay informed about best practices in residential youth treatment.
• Oversee the collection and analysis of data related to program performance. Use data to inform decision-making and improve outcomes.
• Advocate for the needs and rights of youth in the program.
• Comply with funding source, contract and or program's Annex
  
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• Complete required documentation within established time frames per Federal, State, County, and agency regulations, policy and procedure.
• Participate in team meetings regarding youth behaviors and ongoing service needs.
  
  Participate in the development of service plans, comprehensive assessments, discharge planning, and case conferences.
• Coordinate interventions and services provided by multiple agencies, including within CFS programs
• Conduct regularly scheduled meetings with program staff.
• Attend regular Residential Director's meetings.
• Collect statistics and complete written reports as required.
• Ensures…