Head of Programme Management

At The Children's Home of Reading, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.Paid training provided.About The Children's Home of ReadingFor more than 140 years, The Children's Home of Reading has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.Competitive Pay & Benefits• Competitive Compensation• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance• 401(k) Retirement Plan• Paid Time Off• Employee Assistance Program• Wellness Programs• Employee Referral Bonuses• Company-Paid TrainingCareer Growth & Development• Paid Training Programs• Professional Development Opportunities• Certification Opportunities• Leadership Development Programs• Career Advancement Opportunities• Opportunities Across Multiple Service LinesMeaningful Work That Matters• Make a Difference Every Day• Support Individuals and Families• Build Meaningful Relationships• Strengthen Communities• Join a Mission-Driven OrganizationWhat You'll DoAs a Program Director, you will:• Holds full responsibility for all programmatic, administrative, financial, and operational aspects of the UAC LTFC program in compliance with the ORR Cooperative Agreement, applicable federal regulations, and all applicable ORR policies and procedures.• Maintains regular and timely communications with ORR Federal Field Specialists, Project Officers, and other ORR staff regarding program operations, services, and finances.• Supervises all direct program staff including the Lead Clinician, Lead Case Manager, Lead Medical Coordinator, PSA Compliance Manager, Training Specialist, Education Liaison, Crisis Intervention Specialist, and Background Check Specialist.• Oversees case management and clinical quality, ensuring children receive all required services per ORR policy and the Cooperative Agreement.• Manages the program budget and ensures expenditures are consistent with the ORR-approved budget; Monitors program performance metrics, UAC Portal data quality, and compliance with all ORR reporting requirements.• Ensures prompt dissemination, training, and implementation of new or updated ORR policies and procedures to program staff.• Oversees all significant incident reporting in accordance with ORR policies, ensuring timely notification to ORR of adverse events, licensing actions, or staff misconduct.• Develops, reviews, and maintains internal policies and procedures in compliance with the ORR Cooperative Agreement.• Submits quarterly performance reports and financial reports to ORR via GrantSolutions and the Payment Management System (PMS) in accordance with required timelines.• Participates in ORR-required monthly and quarterly status meetings with ORR Project Officer and Federal Field Specialist.• Supports continuation application preparation and organizational planning.• Exercise independent judgment consistent with program policy, ORR requirements, and applicable law.• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with children, families, and staff.• CompassionateDependablePatientTeam-OrientedService-FocusedProfessionalPositiveCommitted to Helping OthersQualificationsRequired:• Must be at least 21 years of age.• OR Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience in child welfare administration or child protective services.• In addition to the above: minimum of 2 years of experience in program management OR 2 years as a director of a licensed childcare program.• Must possess the administrator's license for the care provider facility if required by Pennsylvania state licensing.• Demonstrated knowledge of ORR policies, child welfare regulations, and federal grant management.• Preferred:• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in a residential or foster care setting is strongly preferred.• Knowledge of Pennsylvania child welfare licensing requirements preferred.Schedule• Full-Time / Exempt• This position is based across two work locations, Bethlehem and Doylestown. About Our OrganizationThe Children's Home of Reading is part of the Inperium family of companies.and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.