Program Director

Job Description

Here at Gpac we are working with a wonderful nonprofit organization that is looking to fill their Program Director position . This will be a hybrid role in the Defiance , IA area. The position would be assisting the elderly community with financial struggles and employment opportunities. This organization offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits.


Overview:


Under the direction of the Chief Program Officer, The Program Director is responsible for the overall management of the employment program assisting senior citizens in Defiance , IA area. The Program Director is also responsible for representing the Organization’s mission and all of their programs to the public. The Director is responsible for public speaking and attending community meetings. This position is an integral part of the Management Team of the organization.

Responsibilities:


• Supervise, recruit, and train up to six to ten program participant assistants located in Defiance , IA area.


• Manage various program timelines to ensure timely completion of program deliverables.


• Promote visibility of older worker programs administered by the organization by developing and maintaining linkages with business groups, media representatives, and public and private agencies concerned weigh aging and human services.


• Oversee the timely completion and accuracy of bi-weekly participant and staff payroll.


• Recruit participants for all employment programs through development of written materials, publicity, public speaking, outreach and liaison with community agencies.


• Plan and schedule participant meetings and training on the certification and re-certification of participants and how to develop an Independent Employment Plan every six months required for each participant.


• Monitor program activities to ensure quality and accuracy of work outcomes of contractual and grant commitments.


• Follow policies and guidelines established the Department of Labor, and National Council on Aging.


• Responsible for required non-federal contribution reporting, the maintenance of time and payroll records, and the distribution of payroll statements to participants.


• Develop appropriate worksites for on-the-job training; assist in locating, and the planning and coordination of vocational training for participants.


• Contact employers to identify job placement opportunities and career advancement opportunities.


• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.



Requirements:


• B.A. degree in related field: Social Sciences, gerontology, psychology.


• 3+ years, job development or employment experience.


• 3 years in supervisory capacity.


• Strong contract management skills.


• Excellent reading, verbal, and written skills.


• Knowledge of individual differences with emphasis on cultural and environmental factors effecting disadvantaged older adults.


• Knowledge of methods of assessments of individual differences relevant to occupations and of workforce.


• Knowledge of requirements of various occupations in terms of interest, training requirements, etc.


• Knowledge of community resources and supportive services.


• Develop, analyze, and monitor program budgets and reports.


• Must be skilled at public speaking.


• Computer literate - Excel, Outlook and the use of internet.


Job Type: Exempt Full-Time


This organization is looking for a self-starter who is hard working, dedicated, honest, loyal, decisive and credible to take over this position. To find out more, apply below or respond with your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io, or Contact John Keimig Directly at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.