Site director job description

Reports to the Executive Director Transitional Housing Program. Oversees the daily operations of the program, the hiring, training, supervision, coaching of existing and new staff members. Responsible for the management of the financial budget of the program, the grants and other types of funding. Ensures performance evaluations are conducted in a timely fashion, participate in conferences, ensures policies and procedures are adhered to and represent the organization in the external professional community.
Job Responsibilities:



Staff Supervision


Provide leadership and team management to staff Balance competing priorities and make independent judgments and decisions Perform in a professional, confidential and collaborative capacity; sensitive to cultural, religious, racial, disability and gender issues


General Responsibilities


Experience in chemical dependency preferred; must have a positive attitude towards chemically dependent persons Knowledge of state and federal confidentiality, contract management and program administration regulations Knowledge of operations management procedures and practices Knowledge and use of different communication and learning Knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skills Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques Knowledge of financial management practices in human service organization Required to balance many responsibilities in the course of the workday, must be flexible, have excellent time management, communication and stress management skills and be an effective team leader Ability to analyze and recommend solutions to complex problems Ability to assess impact of legislation, regulations on programmatic goals May need to be on call after hours or during the weekend for emergencies; must be available to work on a flexible schedule; this includes, weekends, holidays, evenings or night shifts


Qualifications
Professional and Personal Qualifications:


Experience with the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus Have a thorough knowledge of applicable state rules and regulations and stay-up-to-date with any legislative changes that can affect the operation of the organization’s programs Ability to apply management principles and techniques Knowledge of community organizations and public assistance agencies Considerable interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Five years of experience in an administrative capacity is the minimum experience requirement



Education Requirement


Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of programmatic knowledge and experience Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science with five years of programmatic knowledge and experience MSW Master’s Degree with three years programmatic knowledge and experience License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with at least three years of programmatic knowledge and experience License Psychologist with administrative programmatic knowledge and experience Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Ability to communicate verbally and in written in English and Spanish.


Please note the job responsibilities are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to those listed above and may change at any time.

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Site Director to join our team at our program in Shreveport, LA.
Earn $76,003.20/year

The Crisis Services Site Director is responsible for clinical and administrative oversight of Crisis Services Programs to include Mobile Crisis Response, Community Brief Crisis Support, and Behavioral Health Crisis Center. The Program Director will supervise program staff to insure high levels of consumer satisfaction and positive program outcomes.

BENEFITS

Merakey offers Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plans competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plans, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and much more!

To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers


ABOUT MERAKEY

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

* Master's Degree in a Human Services field. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Louisiana.
* Valid LA Driver's License and appropriate state and federal clearances.
* 3-5 years of experience working in Behavioral Health.
* This candidate must have strong clinical skills and experience providing treatment to persons with severe and persistent mental illness.

Working with KinderCare Learning Companies means using your outstanding talents to help set the foundation for lifelong learners, where you can collaborate with colleagues, grow and learn, and positively impact the families we serve.

With over 50 years of experience, 30,000 employees, and more than 2,000 early learning center programs, we are the most accredited leaders in early childhood education. Together, we create environments where kids grow and thrive. As one of only four companies to receive the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award six times, we're confident that you can grow and thrive here, too. We can't wait to meet you.

If you're passionate about inspiring children and teachers alike to learn and grow, the Site Director role could be for you! Site Directors are passionate about educational excellence and empowering confident teachers. As a Site Director, you will use our nationally recognized curriculum as a framework to create unique and engaging classroom experiences. Site Directors are committed to making their site successful and know that important relationships with children, families, and their team are critical to success. Successful Site Directors are fully engaged, enthusiastic about their work, and eager to share their knowledge.
When you join our team as a Site Director, you will:

* Lead and supervise a group of teachers to create unique and engaging classroom experiences, leverage and develop "best in class" educators to be passionate and committed professionals
* Ensure your site is operating effectively; maintain licensing, safety, and educational standards
* Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
* Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, school and district leaders, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners
* Lead recruitment and enrollment efforts of new families and children in our sites

Required Skills and Experience:

* At least one year of teaching experience with the ability to develop, engage, and inspire a team
* A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
* Ability to build relationships with families and staff and create a dynamic environment where play and discovery go hand-in-hand
* Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, multi-task and manage multiple situations effectively.
* Meet state specific guidelines for the role
* Be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity.
* Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.

Our benefits meet you where you are. We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

* Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
* Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
* Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
* Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
* … and much more.

Working in local schools with our Champions before- and after-school programs means supporting hardworking families and giving back to your community. It also means having the chance to genuinely make an impact on future generations with your outstanding ability to inspire and delight.

As the first national early childcare education provider to achieve the WELL Health-Safety Rating from the International WELL Building Institute, we continue to follow the latest science-backed and evidence-based strategies for maintaining a safe and worry-free workplace.

Our highest priority has always been to keep our employees, children, families, and communities as safe and healthy as possible. KinderCare highly encourages its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect themselves and their communities. We are proud to provide paid time off for employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. We are also subject to state law, local ordinances, and Health Department requirements for employees working in child care, school facilities, and corporate work spaces.

We truly believe that everyone belongs in our circle, and everyone deserves to be celebrated for who they are. By partnering with underrepresented groups and experts in DEI, we are identifying areas to improve and forging a path forward through accountability, compassion, accessibility, and inclusion.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.