Primary Purpose: To manage all aspects of Programs and Services in promotion of the pursuit of trauma informed care excellence, to facilitate the individualized nurture and growth for children and families at the highest level.

Essential Functions

Responsible for the oversight, direction, and execution of comprehensive programs and services for Connie Maxwell
Responsible for the oversight of the Healing Center, which includes a collaborative effort in assessments, implementation of trauma informed care models/practices, research, education, and outreach
Provides motivational leadership and supervision in a servanthood manner
Facilitates ongoing research in the care and treatment processes for children and adults in need
Develops treatment models to assist populations in residential, foster care, and family care
Develops and nurtures educational partner relationships at a local, state, and national level
Responsible for compliance with DSS licensing regulations and maintaining appropriate accreditation
Models a work philosophy that is child-centered and family-focused and which acknowledges the constructive contributions of staff
Fosters a daily atmosphere which emphasizes the needs of children and families, and works with teams to ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the child
Provides leadership and enlists support for services and encourage harmonious teamwork
Meets regularly with the President to plan and evaluate services, community based service array, areas of focused research, and makes recommendations for staff training and for other quality improvements
Provides staff support to accomplish Connie Maxwell's vision and mission statements and helps staff to be accountable for provision of high quality services
Is regularly visible and engaged as a leader to subordinates, coworkers, and at the request of partnering organizations
Uses the team to plan and support the budget as determined by the President
Regularly participates in special events at Connie Maxwell
Serves on agency committees when needed
Serves as CMCM community ambassador, seeking ways to build lasting partnerships
Works towards achieving yearly "Gold Star" list
Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Additional Responsibilities

Attends professional development trainings and conferences as recommended by Supervisor

Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college in counseling, psychology, or related social science; Doctoral degree is preferred in one of the social sciences
Seven to ten years of demonstrated competence required in the administration and supervision of child welfare services
Extensive knowledge of trauma, trauma informed care, and models of best practice
Well versed in counseling theory, technique, and practice for the professional and lay person preferred
Extensive knowledge and experience of Group Home services and programs, including but not limited to: residential, crisis, foster, and family care
Knowledge of DSS licensing regulations
Established connections in child welfare and trauma regionally and nationally
Knowledge of child growth and development
Ability to plan, organize, and manage a comprehensive multi-faceted program
Excellent leadership skills, with ability to motivate others in a collaborative manner
Excellent listening and communication skills
Team building skills
Conflict management/conflict resolution skills
Budget planning management experience within budgetary guidelines
Proven initiative and excellent problem solving skills

Personal Characteristics Needed

Christian character expressed in a commitment to serve as a positive role model
Energetic and enthusiastic in your work, strives to reach your ultimate potential, and create an eternal impact and legacy for children and families in Jesus' name
A sense of mission and passion in serving children and families
Lives out CMCM's Core Values
Ability to improve the quality of work and ministry through Communication, Collaboration, Continuity, and Cooperation with others

Work Conditions

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
Dexterity of hand and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends based on ministry needs
Ability to work under stress during peak workload periods

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