Executive Director In

Job Description

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Executive Director provides administrative leadership and operational oversight of the Intensive In-Home Services and Texas Home Visiting programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Enroll in Eloomi at time of hire, completing within 12 months and complete all requirements to be certified in the FCT supervisor model within 365 days of start date.

Ensure fidelity of Family Centered Treatment model and work closely with FCT consultant and local FCT leaders.

Ensure fidelity of Family Check-Up/Everyday Parenting and work with FCU consultant as needed, as well as any local THV leader.

Monitor the AIM report for trends and evaluate for program improvement.

Manages the program within budget, monitoring results monthly to assure fiscal goals are met.

Responsible for reviewing and evaluating effectiveness/satisfaction data and implementing necessary changes to improve program quality and achieve established outcomes.

Participates in strategic planning process with Leadership team to develop program growth.

Provides direct supervision and support to the Supervisors, including completion of annual performance evaluation.

Develops and oversees the completion of performance expectations. Conducts corrective counseling, provides guidance, and recommends termination when necessary.

Hires staff in coordination with Human Resources and Supervisor.

Liaison with DFPS, HHSC, the courts, and community partners, assessing community needs and assuring positive relationships.

Assures that record documentation and management information data is complete and accurate.

Advises Vice President of critical trends, problems, or events in program.

Implements Saint Francis' policies and follows directives as required. Follows and adheres to all pertinent Saint Francis Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), rules, personnel policies, and procedures; related accreditation and licensure standards; and federal, state and local rules, statutes, regulations, and contractual terms. Ensures clients' rights are protected.

Reports unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical and safety channels.

Ensures clients' rights are protected.

Is knowledgeable of and follows all safety procedures.

Requirements

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field (preferred)

Must be 21 years of age.

Must pass a drug screen and TB Skin Test.

FBI Fingerprint Check.

Submit to a Criminal History and DFPS History Check.

Pass a Centralized Background Check through the Texas Health and Human Services Eligibility and any background checks deemed to be necessary.

Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Lifting requirements of 50 lbs.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Mandated reporter

Receives training in trauma informed practice and incorporates knowledge in day-to-day practice

Able to relate, communicate and work with multiple and diverse internal and external constituents, including staff, clients, DFPS, community agencies and the court systems

Team player that supports corporate decisions and Saint Francis' vision, mission, and ministry

Demonstrates strong leadership skills in the below areas:

Developing Direct Reports: The extent to which one is able to guide direct reports through their careers and help prepare for leadership positions through providing challenging tasks and development plans

Innovation Management: Teaches intelligent risk-taking, encouraging direct reports to look at new ways to solve problems, and when to implement new ideas

Motivating Others: The ability to create a climate in which people want to do their very best and can motivate many kinds of direct reports. Empowers others through pushing tasks and decisions downwards

Strategic Agility: The ability to look at internal and external trends and adjust your role in a strategic plan. Able to anticipate future consequences and trends accurately and is future oriented.

Building Effective Teams: The ability to assemble and lead strong, high functioning teams to solve organizational issues of all sizes. Shares successes with the team and agency, and fosters an open dialogue

Managing Vision and Purpose: The ability to communicate and reinforce the mission and vision of the organization in a compelling way so direct reports feel a sense of purpose in the work they do. Understanding of child and adolescent development and family systems

Understanding of child and adolescent development and family systems

Understanding of family-driven practice, child welfare, the state system, and behavioral health care delivery systems

Understanding of budget development and implementation

Understanding of management information systems

Able to work flexible schedule including after hours

Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills

Handles multiple priorities

Independent discretion/decision making within the scope and responsibility of the position

Manages emotions and can make decisions under pressure

Manages stress appropriately

Works alone effectively

Ability to work with diverse population

Understands and practices Universal Precautions