Job Posting for Program Manager (Foster Care Group Home) at Sunshine Residential Homes
Job Title: Program Manager
Job Description Are you looking for a unique opportunity to lead and make a significant difference in the lives of children? Our agency provides a supportive environment for abused, neglected, and abandoned children, aged 3-17. We specialize in managing group homes for sibling groups, all-boy and all-girl homes, and parenting teens, ensuring a nurturing and secure environment for these vulnerable populations.
Responsibilities:
Oversee the management of 7 – 9 designated group homes, each serving 8-10 children per home, including homes for sibling groups, all boys, all girls, and parenting teens.
Be available for on-call duties one weekend every 4-5 weeks and respond to emergencies after hours on weekdays, ensuring round-the-clock support for our staff and children.
Facilitate both staff and client meetings to address needs, progress, and house dynamics.
Work collaboratively with the Department of Child Safety, local schools, behavioral health agencies and other child welfare system partners.
Elevate staff competencies in trauma-informed care, providing tools and training to manage various behavioral needs effectively.
Lead, coach, and mentor staff, including direct supervision of Group Home Managers.
Qualifications:
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate complex information clearly.
High emotional intelligence, especially when managing diverse teams.
Strong interpersonal skills, with experience liaising with external agencies like schools, physicians, and behavioral health services.
Proficiency in hiring, training, coaching, and, if necessary, terminating staff.
At least 3 years of experience in childcare or youth services, preferably in a group home or similar setting.
A bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
Selective Preferences:
Experience with trauma-informed care, child welfare, social work, or in a group home setting within foster care is highly preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Benefits:
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 per year
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
On call
Weekends as needed
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
childcare/youth: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
AZ Driver License (Preferred)
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Phoenix, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
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