Our team at Better Living Foster Care & Family Services is passionate about high quality, evidence-based services to the families and children we serve. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Foster Care Program Supervisor to join our foster care team in Lincoln. Joining our team provides you with the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Under administrative direction of the Program Director, this supervisor plans, organizes, provides administrative direction and oversight for and participates in the activities and functions of the office being supervised in the service area which includes developing service area goals and objectives; developing, implementing, and enforcing policies, procedures and standards; planning, and organizing the delivery of programs and services; providing expert professional assistance to service area and other BL staff in areas of expertise; fostering cooperative working relationships with all company employees, outside agencies, referral sources, clients, and local businesses. The Foster Care Program Supervisor maintains the BL foster care license and all requirements for that license, including file reviews and audits. The supervisor will not practice or deliver services beyond the scope of their abilities or requirements. Record keeping will follow company policies and procedures and as required by external agencies. All employees are expected to comply with Better Living policies and procedures. Compensation - Salary rage $55,000 to $60,000 a year, Full-Time Benefits including $50,000 company paid life insurance policy, holiday pay, PTO, health insurance, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD, mileage and phone reimbursement, 401k plan (eligible after one year of employment), a computer, and Student Loan payment program. The total benefit package is $12,000 plus per year creating a total compensation package of $72,000 annually.
Education/Certification Requirements:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in education/training, social work, human services, or a human service-related field
Must be at least 21 years of age
Possess a current and valid driver's license
No more than three points assess against the driver's license in the past two years
No limitations that would interfere with safe driving
Maintain the minimum vehicle liability and medical coverage as required by law
Complete 20 hours of DHHS approved in serve training annually
Experience Requirements:
Minimum of two years' experience in human service field (social work, psychology, sociology, human development, mental health, criminal justice, education, etc.)
Preferred experience working in the foster care field
Skills/Qualifications Including but Not Limited To:
Strong interpersonal management skills.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Computer skills.
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a professional and timely manner.
Excellent public speaking and large group facilitation skills.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends.
Excellent problem solving and stress management skills.