Human Services Field Program Manager - PACC

Posting Begin Date: 2025/01/09

Posting End Date: 2025/01/29

Category: Human Services

Sub Category: Management

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Payette, ID, United States

Minimum Salary: 43.74

Maximum Salary: 46.66

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

*THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

Do you have personal or professional experience within or in support of programs serving youth and families and /or the child welfare system? The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has an opening for aHuman Services Field Program Managerto serve as the Administrator of thePayetteAssessment and Care Center (PACC). The PACC is a 24/7 care facility for children in the Department's custody that is licensed as a Children's Residential Care Facility. This position will be responsible for management of the facility and its employees, as well as oversight of care for the children residing at the center and supervision of processes related to intake and discharge of residents. We are looking for a caring, flexible candidate who can manage a large employee workforce in a facility setting. The ideal candidate has great people skills and a thorough knowledge of the policies, processes and procedures needed to administer this type of facility. The Administrator must be able to respond to emergency situations as necessary.

This position is not eligible for telework.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace.   Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

BENEFITS:

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• 11 paid holidays

• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start

• Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)

• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates! (full-time/30+ hours per week)

• PERSI Choice 401(k)

• Deferred compensation plan

• Life insurance

• Short and long-term disability insurance

• Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)

• Wellness programs

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Wide variety of training opportunities

• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

  EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Provides a safe and trauma informed environment for youth and staff.

• Manages an annual budget, monitors expenditures and plans for costs of capital projects, medical, clinical, program and food services.

• Hires, trains, manages, and evaluates staff performance.

• Develops, implements, and enforces department and facility goals, policies and procedures.

• Assigns staff, monitors a staff development program, and assures that training is accomplished.

• Assures the resolution of complaints relative to youth, their families, employees, and the public.

• Inspects buildings and grounds to ensure that institutional facilities are maintained and operated in an orderly and efficient manner.

• Ensures relevant licensing/certification standards are accomplished and maintained.

• Works with the community to develop and maintain strong partnerships.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

• Demonstrated competency in management and leadership. Typically gained by at least one year experience managing a major program and providing leadership of professional staff OR completion of upper-division college-level management coursework along with experience in a significant leadership role.

• Extensive knowledge and experience in child welfare. Typically gained by a Master's degree in social work, behavioral health, psychology or human services related field AND at least three years of child welfare experience OR at least five years of experience as described.

• Experience assessing, planning, and implementing child welfare, early intervention, developmental disabilities, or other social services program. Typically gained by at least two years of experience providing leadership and collaboration with community groups and individuals in the development of community solutions to child welfare, developmental disabilities, early intervention or other social services issues. Experience should include planning community intervention and service provision.

  Learn About a Career with DHW (https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/about-dhw/dhw-careers)

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  EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: (208) 334-0681

  EEO/ADA/Veteran:

  The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

  The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

  Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.