Child Life Program Director manages and directs pediatric programs, therapies, and activities among young patients. Evaluates programs and recommends changes to improve care for childhood hospitalizations or disabilities. Being a Child Life Program Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Child Life Program Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Child Life Program Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
```Job Overview```
A master's degree in the human services field including, but not limited to nursing, hospital or nursing facility administration, physical therapy, social work, psychology, Gerontology, rehabilitation counseling, or health care administration, plus a minimum of three years of verifiable work experience with persons with disabilities or the elderly, with one year of the three years being at the administrative level, or a bachelor's degree in a human services field including, but not limited to nursing, hospital or nursing facility administration, physical therapy, social work, psychology, Gerontology, rehabilitation counseling, or health care administration plus a minimum of four years verifiable work experience with persons with disabilities or the elderly, with two of the four years being at the administrative level.
```Duties```
- Develop and implement program goals, objectives, and strategies
- Manage program budgets and ensure financial accountability
- Supervise program staff and provide guidance and support
- Monitor program activities to ensure compliance with regulations and standards
- Collaborate with community partners to enhance program services
- Conduct regular evaluations to assess program effectiveness
- Provide leadership in program development and innovation
- direct the operations of the agency
```Qualifications```
- Bachelor's degree in human services field (Master's degree preferred)
- Proven experience in program management, preferably in behavioral health or social services
- Strong administrative skills, including budgeting and financial management
- Excellent supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff
- Knowledge of working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
If you are a dedicated professional who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $10.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: In person