BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE

Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults from day one.

Firefly Children & Family Alliance is seeking an Assistant Director for one of our shelters in Indianapolis. As our successful Assistant Director you would provide program support and leadership to a team of Teaching Specialists to ensure positive client outcomes. You will report to the Director of Residential Services.

You Will:

Leadership / Management (55 %)

• Ensure grantor / customer satisfaction
• Ensure staff are meeting work product expectations
• Hire, develop, hold accountable and if necessary, terminate Program staff
• Mentor and coach staff through training, inspiration, motivation and encouragement
• Hold staff accountable to service standards and ensure the processes and procedures are followed according to program standards
• Oversee programmatic goals and outcomes to ensure compliance with DCS requirements and service standards
• Respond to crisis calls from program staff
• Work within the structure of DCS Region and broker community

Relationship Development (25 %)

• Build and maintain a strong network of relationships– DCS, foster parents, mental health agencies, schools and community agencies
• Regularly collaborate and communicate to maintain and establish a strong referral network
• Deliver educational presentations throughout the community to support recruitment
• Proactively market and sell the program through one-on-one interactions

Financials (10 %)

• Responsible for billing, budgets and contractual relationships within the program

Reporting (10 %)

• Compile and analyze the data for recruitment and retention goals and outcomes
• Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards

You Have:

• A Master's degree in a Human Services related field is required, License preferred
• A valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• First aid and CPR required, but can be obtained upon hire
• Expert technology skills with mastery of entire Microsoft Suite including Internet and email
• Clear, effective communications skills
• Knowledge of and adherence to current confidentiality practices
• Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences

In terms of prior work experience, we prefer that you have worked in the field of adoption and/or child welfare.

Our Benefits:

• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance
• Over 150 hours of PTO first year and 12 paid holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance

At Firefly Children and Family Alliance, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Therefore, we encourage persons who represent the diverse identities and lived experiences of the clients and communities we serve to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.

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401k, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision