About this opportunity
Firefly Children and Family Alliance lists this Vice President - Community Partners for Child Safety opportunity in indianapolis, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Introduction
Firefly Children and Family Alliance is a nonprofit that has supported Indiana families and adults for generations. Our organization is built on the belief that giving kids and adults the chance to succeed creates stronger communities. We help Hoosiers overcome hardship and unhealthy behaviors.
Overview
BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE
Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults from day one.
Firefly Children & Family Alliance is seeking a Vice President for the Community Partners for Child Safety program. In this position, you will provide strategic leadership for community-based prevention services that strengthen families, promote child safety, and advance child and family well‑being. This role leads these initiatives by developing and maintaining strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including child welfare service providers, schools, courts, behavioral health providers, and community organizations. Responsible for innovative outreach, best‑practice service delivery, strong program oversight, fiscal accountability, and measurable outcomes, this position ensures vulnerable families receive timely, high‑quality resources and support needed to create safe, stable, and thriving home environments for children while advancing the organization’s mission of stronger families and healthier communities.
Our Benefits:
Student Loan Repayment
Tuition Reimbursement
Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance
Over 150 hours of PTO first year and 12 paid holidays
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Responsibilities
Leadership/Management (50%)
Develop the overall strategy and goals for assigned managers and program.
Ensure grantor/customer satisfaction.
Ensure programmatic compliance with established grant/contractual service standards.
Hire, develop, evaluate, and hold accountable program staff.
Mentor and coach staff through training, inspiration, motivation and encouragement.
Respond to crisis calls from directors regarding program needs.
Participate in Executive Leadership functions within the agency.
Follow and adhere to the professional standards and ethics outlined by professional degrees and/or licensure.
Relationship Development (25%)
Build and maintain a strong network of relationships– DCS, probation, mental health agencies, schools and community agencies.
Regularly collaborate and communicate with community agencies to maintain and establish a strong referral network.
Deliver educational presentations throughout the community to support programming.
Proactively market and sell the program through one‑on‑one interactions.
Financials (20%)
Responsible for billing, budgets and contractual relationships within the program.
Identify grant opportunities and write grants for program funding.
Monitor monthly program billing to ensure payment is rendered for services provided.
Reporting (5%)
Compile and analyze the data for goals and outcomes.
Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards.
Oversee Continuous Quality Improvement processes within assigned programs.
Requirements
Master’s degree in social work, counseling or other related field.
Minimum of five (5) years’ paid experience in responsible supervisory or administrative capacity.
10 years of work experience in the field of child welfare or social service.
A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Expert technology skills with mastery of entire Microsoft Suite including Internet and email.
Clear, effective communications skill.
Knowledge of and adherence to current confidentiality practices.
Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences.
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Worksite address
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
Who can apply
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