State Director, Child Services

Description

Get to know Thompson!

Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention services, foster care, and mental health, operating across the Carolinas, Florida and Tennessee with new operations expanding into Kentucky. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and their families, both virtually and in person. At Thompson, we live up to our values of Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity!

What will you do as a State Director, Child Services?

As the State Director, Child Services, you will lead a team of leaders across Kentucky that provide an array of services to the children and families they serve.

As State Director, Child Services you will have the following responsibilities:

• Use a trauma-informed approach in their daily work and interactions with clients and colleagues using the principles of CARE: Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based, Competence Centered, Trauma Informed, and Ecologically Oriented.
• Develop program operational strategy.
• Oversee and manage the program operations and leaders
• Think in terms of profitability and sustainable competitive advantage to the regional market.
• Regularly review and analyze data trends related to program outcomes, retention, compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Assemble and develop a strong team of leaders, delegating tactical work.
• Communicate clearly, powerfully, and convincingly.
• Manage time well – find the appropriate balance between spending time working upward in the organization and externally.
• Be attentive to “soft issues” demonstrating the value in culture, feedback, organizational beliefs and values.
• Think strategically and understand the big picture to help drive strategic direction and goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with funders and partners at the state and community level.
• Actively participate in state and local coalitions and workgroups.
  
  

What does this position offer?

• Starting Pay Range: $80k-$95k annually
• Fantastic Full-time benefits…
• 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays!
• Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance options
• 401K Match
• Education Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus
• Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
• Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans
• Paid time off for volunteering in the community
• Free EAP services
• Mileage Reimbursement
• iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
• Multiple opportunities for growth
• Ongoing, structured leadership development and growth opportunities
  
  

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, mental health or related area.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years’ leadership experience in the field of human services or mental health
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience working in the field of human services or mental health
• Experience in multi-site leadership preferred
• Ability to travel as needed
• Strong relationship building and networking skills
• Displays the capacity/coachability for future growth and development as a leader
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet any credentialing, licensing and privileging standards as it pertains to the program
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite application software, excellent written and oral communication skills.
  
  

You’re the right fit for the State Director, Child Services position if…

• You have a passion for growing and developing leaders.
• You enjoy knowing you’re making an IMPACT on the lives of others
• EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, COMMITMENT, CARING, AND INTEGRITY are important to you!
  
  

If your qualifications meet the requirements of the job, and you want to be part of a winning culture, don’t delay! Apply at thompsoncff.org where we are strengthening Children, Families, and Communities!

Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thompson participates in E-Verify.

Salary Description

$80k-$95k annually