Children's Residential Program Director

Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Children's Residential Program Director to lead and oversee our residential care programs dedicated to supporting children and adolescents in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. This leadership role involves managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and fostering a positive, therapeutic atmosphere for residents. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in residential care settings, exceptional management skills, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of young individuals through compassionate leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall operation of the children's residential program, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to all regulatory standards.
• Supervise and support staff members, including caregivers, therapists, and administrative personnel, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs, including those with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations related to child welfare, health services, and safety policies.
• Oversee medication administration procedures and maintain accurate health records for each resident.
• Manage program budgets, oversee financial management activities, and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Coordinate with external agencies such as disability services providers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to enhance resident support services.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all program activities, incident reports, and regulatory compliance records.
• Promote a positive environment that encourages resident engagement, growth, and well-being through effective leadership and communication.

Skills

• Extensive experience in residential care home management or similar settings with children or youth.
• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations, health regulation policies, and compliance standards specific to children's residential programs.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing care facility teams and supervising staff members effectively.
• Familiarity with children's residential administration practices including medication management and documentation.
• Ability to develop comprehensive care plans, quartley reports that address individual resident needs while aligning with regulatory requirements.
• support team with creating ISPs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and communication purposes.
• Experience working with individuals with behavioral health challenges.
• Excellent time management skills including budgeting, and resource planning.
• Knowledge of facility operations is advantageous but not required; emphasis is on managing complex care environments for children.
• Strong understanding of health regulation policies related to child welfare services and residential care standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively while maintaining a compassionate approach toward residents’ needs.

Qualifications:

• A baccalaureate degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or nursing and a combination of three years professional experience with children in a children's residential facility and in administration or supervision
• A baccalaureate degree and a combination of four years of professional experience with children in a children's residential facility and in administration or supervision
• A master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or nursing and a combination of two years professional experience with children in a children's residential facility and in administration or supervision

Join us as we strive to create a safe environment where children can thrive through dedicated leadership and compassionate care!

Pay: $47,514.68 - $50,221.97 per year

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• working with children: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Petersburg, VA 23803