Job Description

Overview:

*Position is remote but will require occasional statewide travel for onsite meetings, etc.*
Since opening our doors in 1902, CHS became a part of Florida\'s history.
CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times. Every day, our team works with parents and kids to empower them and encourage them. With innovative technology solutions and a dedicated, experienced team throughout the state, we\xe2\x80\x99re changing the face of foster care and positively impacting children and families\xe2\x80\x99 lives for generations to come.
Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Florida\'s children and families!

The Vice President of Child and Family Well-being leads the planning, development and delivery of Child & Family Well-being programs and services, facilitating the achievement of financial and operational results in accordance with CHS\xe2\x80\x99s strategic direction. With a focus on alignment, the , the VP of Child and Family Well-being ensures CHS impact through financial positioning and the delivery of high performing programs that achieve strong client outcomes. As a leader in CHS, the VP of Child and Family Well-being contributes to the CHS high performance culture by exhibiting our values and developing our legacy through team member engagement, professional growth and succession.
WHY JOIN CHS?

• Uplifting mission-driven work culture
• Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida\'s history!
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• Great benefits package, including generous paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to make a positive difference in children and families within your own community!

• Collaborate with the Senior Vice President in the child and family well-being strategy creation, implementation and performance monitoring of the business line.
• Build and effectively manage internal and external alliances and partnerships to execute business strategy.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with CHS leadership, business line associations, funders and other community partners.
• Manage CFW financial affairs to confirm a reinvestment margin by making proposals and presentations and by negotiating to funding sources such as United Way, government agencies foundations and similar other sources, as available and applicable in each region.
• Assess opportunities to grow and enhance child and family well-being services.
• Identify grants and funding sources; partner with Grants Team to prepare federal, state and community grant applications.
• Participate in development of child and family well-being program contracts and agreements.

• Lead the provision of CFW services, including needs assessment, program development, implementation and monitoring in accordance with CHS\xe2\x80\x99s policies, priorities and COA standards.
• Create statewide program alignment through streamlining practices, policies, process and supports for programming standardization and fidelity.
• Manage contractor and funder relationships, confirming services meet local community needs.
• Manage adherence to performance and productivity standards, as well as to compliance and quality improvement processes.
• Participate in Operations Leadership Council and related work groups.
• Work in partnership with the Executive Directors and Philanthropy team to create effective plans in support of local programs.
• Provide consistency in service delivery in partnership with Executive Directors and program leadership.
• Collaborate with relevant Home Office Support Team members in program support and execution.
• Act as single point of contact for EEO and ADA allegations, coordinating prompt investigations, collecting auxiliary aid/service provider data regarding effectiveness and appropriateness of delivery, maintaining records, assisting DCF with operational performance as well as concerns or complaints raised by deaf or hard of hearing clients or companions, and reporting in compliance with ADA/Section 504.
• Comply with DCM requirements, including serving as the single point of contact for client-related EEO/ADA allegations.

• Recruit, supervise and support team members and foster their professional development, including knowledge transfer through training.
• Establish annual team goals and objectives; track and report results.
• Coach, support and evaluate team member performance, taking corrective action if needed.
• Deliver timely communication through regular management and team meetings.
• Comply and confirm compliance with CHS code of conduct, policies, practices and other legal obligations.
• Implement policies and practices designed to prevent, recognize and respond to work-related stress.
• Participate in succession planning to build the bench strength necessary for future talent needs.
• Develop a strong knowledge base and stay current on business-related issues and trends.
• Participate actively in departmental meetings, training and education, as well as the quality process.
• Pick up projects on the fly; perform other duties as assigned from time to time.
• Demonstrate the CHS Common Bond values in the performance of all job duties.

• Master\'s Degree in Social Work or Human Services related field (e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, etc.) from an accredited university\xe2\x80\x93OR\xe2\x80\x93Non-Human Services related Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree and extensive experience with children and family services and demonstrated management skills, required.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered, pending program/funding requirements.

• Minimum of 5 years of senior management experience, required; 2+ years of experience in child and family well-being, required.
• Experience working with boards of directors required.
• Experience and demonstrated results in marketing, public relations, and fundraising, strongly preferred
• Experience building strong relationships with community-based organizations serving diverse populations of children and families in a variety of settings, required.

• Mission Focus: Catalyzes self and others\xe2\x80\x99 commitment to create social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities.
• Strategic Thinking. Articulates strategic purpose and vision through an allied global mindset, identifying key issues and relationships relevant to achieving long-range goals.
• Business Acumen. Possesses a high-level of broad business and management skills with the ability to make sound, timely decisions while creating on key financial, quality, talent and other priorities related to organizational objectives.
• Aligned Execution: Uses and manages available resources efficiently and effectively, driving accountability for high levels of performance and results.
• Informal Influence: Establishes and maintains internal and external relationships to positively communicate, influence, persuade and, gain support to achieve the CHS strategic intent.
• People Leadership. Uses a collaborative, flexible interpersonal style to build a culture based on trust, to motivate, engage and guide cohesive teams in attaining organizational goals and to help others manage well through change.
• Values-Driven. Demonstrates the behaviors of the CHS Common Bond Values, with respect and acceptance of diverse individuals and communities served by, working in partnership with or employed by CHS.