Logo
AppleOne Employment Services

Program Director

AppleOne Employment Services, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

Save Job

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

AppleOne Employment Services provided pay range This range is provided by AppleOne Employment Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from AppleOne Employment Services

Program Director – Child & Family Services | Now Hiring! Schedule:

Full-time

Language:

Bilingual Spanish preferred (not required)

Are you an experienced leader in child welfare who is passionate about supporting children and families? Our client is seeking a

Program Director

to oversee and guide a critical child & family services program. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in leadership, loves developing teams, and understands the importance of compliance, quality care, and community collaboration.

What You’ll Do

Lead, supervise, and mentor program staff, consultants, and technical experts.

Oversee daily program operations to ensure services meet organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Ensure families receive the appropriate services and help remove barriers to care.

Develop schedules, assign resources, and manage program timelines.

Monitor compliance with state, federal, and licensing regulations.

Prepare written reports and present updates to executive leadership and the Board.

Lead quality improvement initiatives and maintain strong documentation standards.

Support intake and placement processes and assist with transportation needs as needed.

Build strong community relationships to support children and families.

Manage staff development, training opportunities, and professional growth activities.

5+ years

of experience in

child welfare administration

or

child protective services .

2+ years

in program management, FFA supervision, or directing a licensed childcare program.

Master’s degree

in Social Work (MSW), education, psychology, sociology, or a related behavioral science field.

OR a Bachelor's in social sciences + 5 years of child welfare experience.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to work with diverse populations and manage complex situations with professionalism and compassion.

Proficiency in

Microsoft Office

and standard office systems.

Ability to obtain required state

administrator licensing .

Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Calm, organized, and confident under pressure.

Strong understanding of compliance, regulations, and documentation.

Excellent communicator – both written and verbal.

Team‑oriented leader who inspires, mentors, and builds morale.

Passionate about improving outcomes for children and families.

Why This Role Matters You will play a key role in ensuring children and families receive safe, high‑quality services. This position offers the opportunity to impact lives, support a dedicated team, and strengthen the program’s mission and community presence.

Interested? Let’s Talk! If you have a heart for child welfare and the leadership experience to match, we’d love to speak with you.

Please send your resume or reach out directly for more details!

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Administrative

Industries Government Administration and Civic and Social Organizations

#J-18808-Ljbffr