Director of Unaccompanied Children's Shelter

The Position: The role of the Director of Unaccompanied Children's Shelter focuses on the overall management of the programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational systems related to the provision of care and services; provision of regular and timely reports to ORR regarding operations, services, and finances; establishing a respective and supportive workplace environment; elevating any issues or concerns to ORR.

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay range we’re offering is $85,000 - $100,000 annually depending on experience.

Our people are the heart of our organization, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- we offer a company defined contribution of $540/month
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match up to 3%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Credit Union Membership
• Training Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional Growth

Qualifications:

• Hold a valid Administrator’s Certificate issued by CDSS
• A Master of Social Work (MSW) or an equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology, or other relevant behavioral science degree, plus two years of employment as a social worker in an agency serving children, or in a residential congregate care program for children
• 5 years experience in child welfare administration, child protective services
• 2 years of experience in program management or as director of a licensed child care program. 
• 2 years of experience post licensure required.  
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam, TB and drug screening
• Ability to commute to various sites on and off campus

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with the Vice President of Residential to direct and evaluate the shelter and TFC program to ensure compliance with regulations, contract standards, accreditation standards, and McKinley’s policies.
• Actively work with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that clients are receiving adequate services.
• Ensure policies are followed so that the safety of all children in placement is maintained.
• Actively participate in the intake process, including reviewing intake packets and safety concerns.
• Be available during evenings and weekends for emergencies.
• Take an active role in the development of the managing expenditures.
• Organize the work of the staff and delegate responsibilities as needed.
• Assess operations and program, and make recommendations to the Vice President of Residential for continual improvement.
• Participate with Human Resources in the recruitment, hiring, evaluating, and terminating staff. 
• Develop a plan for the orientation, development, and training of staff to meet Title 22 standards.
• Review complaints made by children or their authorized representative(s) and decide upon the action to be taken. 
• Observe and interact with staff, children, and others to ensure quality of care for children and program services.
• Work with the mental health team to ensure that children are receiving adequate Mental Health Services.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that treatment planning demonstrates on-going progress in the safe release of UC.
• Monitor and review all protocol and practices, including one-on-ones and hospitalizations.
• Actively participate in the Program Quality Improvement (PQI) program.
• All other related duties that may be necessary to manage and administer the shelter and TFC program.

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Mission- work for an organization that makes a real difference in people’s lives
• Competitive pay
• Several benefit options
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• Great training for staff

Join McKinley to Be Your Best H.U.M.A.N.

McKinley’s response to COVID-19: The safety of the families, children, clients we serve as well as our valued team members is our priority. We want to make sure everyone at McKinley feels safe and welcomed. We are taking all the necessary precautions and safety measures to maintain a safe environment throughout our different locations. We are providing PPE to our team members and visitors along with practicing social distancing measures.