JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Director for Programs reports to the Assistant Vice President for Programs and provides administrative leadership to all programs and services offered in the assigned area. The Senior Director for Programs executes a program that is consistent with the MCH Model of Care and ensures a safe, caring and therapeutic environment for children, youth and families served. This position involves frequent contact with consumers, program staff, MCH employees, community agencies, vendors, donors, visitors and other stakeholders. The Senior Director for Programs must have a thorough understanding of and demonstrated competency in the evidence-based programs offered in the assigned area.
The Senior Director for Programs must exhibit the intellectual and emotional maturity required to work with youth who have behavioral issues and difficulty relating to others due to developmental delays, mental health needs and trauma. This position requires respect and compassionate understanding for the youth in care and the ability to balance the need for nurture and structure in the work with youth. The Senior Director for Programs must have the ability to form and maintain healthy relationships with youth and co-workers, effectively communicate with others, solve problems and regulate their own behavior in all situations. The Senior Director for Programs must maintain a healthy value system, including moral and ethical behavior consistent with the agency's mission and core values.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a professional position that may require more hours than the normal 40-hour workweek. Presence during the normal business hours of the agency is required to provide supervision and availability for consultation, staffing and administrative functions. Responsibilities include serving as administrator on-call on a rotating basis and work after normal office hours, during the weekend or on holidays. This position requires extensive out of town and overnight travel and oversight of multiple locations. An automobile for in town and out of town travel is required, and mileage reimbursement is provided for use of personal automobile for approved business purposes. A technology stipend is provided to support the communication requirements of this position.
A Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field and five years of experience in a residential care facility, child-placing agency or related setting are required. A Master's Degree in Social Work or related field is preferred with three years of experience in a residential care facility, child-placing agency or related setting is required. The Senior Director for Programs must have or be eligible to obtain the administrator license(s) required by the State of Texas for assigned area. The required administrator license(s) must be obtained within one year of accepting position. Credentials as a Licensed Master Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor is preferred.
Training hours must be completed annually to comply with licensing and accreditation standards, as well as MCH policy. The employee's supervisor may require additional training to meet specific job requirements or enhance professional growth. Completion of training requirements is mandatory for continued employment.
The Senior Director for Programs must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid Texas Driver's License, an excellent driving record that meets the standards set forth by the liability insurance company and Methodist Children's Home, no criminal history and acceptable references.
I have reviewed the job description for the position of Senior Director for Programs and understand I must be able to perform the duties outlined above. The Physical Demands/Requirements of the position are provided in another document and discussed at hire. I understand that due to the complexities of the position all duties and responsibilities may not be outlined in this job description and the duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change.
