Senior Director, Therapeutic Programs

Description

About Us:

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference. 

What we offer: 

· Salary: $68,000 - $72,000

· Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

· Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

· PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees. 

· 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually. 

· Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match. 

· $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

· Employee Assistance Program

· Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

· Tuition reimbursement program

· Training and career development.

· Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions:

The Senior Director, Therapeutic Programs supervises CREATE Therapeutic and Behavior program and community-based staff for the therapeutic programs serving homeless children and families in our on-site housing and community-based programs. This position supervises therapeutic staff to ensure quality service delivery and successful achievement of program outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities:

Community-Based Education Programs

1. Supervise and support the Community-Based Education Programs Supervisor.
2. Provide support for the ParentChild+ Program staff and Child Advocates.
3. Ensure all grant-related data is collected and reported, and all grant outcomes are met. 
4. Ensure evidence-based parenting programs are being conducted.  
5. Be knowledgeable of community resources and agencies and develop new partnerships to serve our children and families.
6. Oversee planning, budget compliance, grant compliance, and reporting.
7. Participate in regular team meetings to develop plans for families and monitor progress.  

CREATE Therapeutic Programs

1. Assist in the viability, development, and expansion process of the CREATE program into the community.
2. Oversee the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst in implementing positive behavior supports for our clients.
3. Oversee the Therapeutic Specialist Supervisor in implementing therapeutic interventions for children in our CREATE program.
4. Work with the team to establish evidence-based trauma-informed programming that meets the standards for accreditation.
5. Provide framework, training, and ongoing program evaluation for the overall development of the CREATE curricula, programming, policies, and procedures to ensure viability for growth and replication.
6. Facilitate program implementation is done with fidelity.
7. Coordinate supervision of all therapeutic and behavior specialists with the clinical team and/or contracted consultants.  
8. Supervise the implementation of children’s support plans to include individual behavior plans and other therapeutic services.
9. Ensure all parent involvement assessments and activities are provided, tracked, and reported.
10. Oversee therapeutic services provided as part of children’s programs.

Universal Expectations

1. Monitor ongoing progress, needs, and support services for children. Ensures families are linked to services and natural support systems as needed.
2. Support the hiring, supervision, performance evaluations, and training of all staff.
3. Successfully supervise staff to ensure trauma-informed interactions with all clients and that staff maintain professional boundaries.
4. Participate in data tracking and outcome reporting in compliance with all other major grant allotments.
5. Oversee all financial aspects of the programs.
6. Ensure all notes and assessments are updated in a Metropolitan Ministries-approved data tracking system and that Key Performance Indicators are tracked and monitored.
7. Oversee appropriate implementation and modifications of policies and procedures as necessary.
8. Coordinate with all Client Care staff to ensure service delivery best meets the needs of the children.  
9. Participate in children’s coordination and programs team meetings.
10. Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievemen