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Program Director

BrightSpring Health Services • Bowling Green, KY, United States • 1d ago

Program Director

ID 2026-189466

Line of Business StepStone Family & Youth Services

Position Type Full-Time

Pay Min USD $59,000.00/Yr.

Pay Max USD $60,000.00/Yr.

Our Company

StepStone Family & Youth Services

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Overview

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Program Director is responsible for tasks related to the overall operations of the StepStone Program as well as ensures compliance of accreditation guidelines. This position is responsible for the supervision of trainers, administrative staff, and administrative supervision of case managers.

Responsibilities

Performs as a clinical representative of the agency.

Reviews and processes all referrals for possible admissions within the agency.Follows up on all referrals received and collaborate with foster parent recruiters/trainers to identify appropriate home for placement.Requests and secures all documentation received to complete placement/admission of a child/youth with the agency needed at intake.Assigns a case manager to all child/youth in agency population.Conducts program team meetings and other outside organizational meetings sponsored by the state, surrounding counties, managed care providers or foster care networks.Supervises tasks completed by the Case Managers.Keeps office and work area in a neat and organized manner.Maintains confidential information related to children/youth in care and foster parents licensed with StepStone.Assists with quarterly file audits of child/youth files and utilizes information obtained to improve compliance and quality of child/youth file.Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum of MSW, MSSW, OR CSW; LPCC, LPCA, LCSW, MFTA, or LMFT in addition to degree requirements
At least a B.A. or B.S. in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Human Services with five years relevant experience to agency clientele, education, and related training can be substituted
Two years supervisory experience preferred
Prefer LPCC, LPCA, LCSW, MFTA, or LMFT
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Must have good organizational skills and attention to detail, proven supervisory skills, and be capable of working flexible hours
Familiarity with agency intake/placement procedures and guidelines, necessary forms, and standard intake procedures
Knowledge of standard state rules and regulations regarding child-placing agents
Ability to coordinate and maintain client files and agency forms
Strong computer software and program skills
Must be able to travel between service sites, staying overnight as necessary

About our Line of Business

StepStone Family and Youth Services, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides the full spectrum of support to children in need of alternative, safer, and more positive living environments with residential and family services. StepStone connects children and youth who need homes with foster families, as well as foster care training, respite care and support services. For young adults transitioning from foster care to independent living, StepStone provides personalized guidance and training on basic life skills, including money management and education. For more information, please visit www.stepstoneyouth.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.