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Duties include developing and administering Agency-wide social services in the areas of domestic and international adoption, pregnancy support services, intact family services, and individual and family counseling, under the supervision of the Executive Director.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Administers Agency-wide social services.

• Helps ensure the effectiveness of all social services in benefiting clients.

• Coordinates the evaluation of all social services and recommends/implements modifications as appropriate.

• Coordinates Agency Performance and Quality Improvement efforts as the Chairperson of the PQI Committee.

• Coordinates safety and risk management activities.

• Provides leadership to the Agency staff development efforts.

• Coordinates the Agency’s ongoing accreditation efforts.

• Works with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop annual and long range plans that address Agency services and key support functions.

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Working Relationships:

• Establishes and maintains relationships with high level administrative and professional persons in the social service field.

• Provides supervision to staff responsible for leading programs.

• Serves as a member of the Agency’s Administrative Team.

• Advises the Executive Director and Board of Directors on policy matters, physical resources and financial resources.

• Consults with professional staff on client-related issues and other situations.

• Participates on the Social Service Committee, and contributes to other Board committees as requested.

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Additional Responsibilities:

• Participates in interpreting the Agency vision, mission, and services to the community and other evangelical organizations.

• Advocates for the implementation of professional standards in Agency program operations.

• Develops and monitors all subcontracts and agreements for social service programs.

• Annually prepares the Agency operations report as an overview of Agency activities.

• Performs other duties as may be delegated, including administrative responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Director.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master’s Degree in social work from an accredited institution is required.

• At lease five years of related professional experience is required, including three years supervisory or administrative experience.

• The State of Illinois LSW certification is required. LCSW certification is preferred.

• Excellent communication skills are required.

• Basic knowledge of word processing and other computer applications is essential.

• Agrees with and signs ECFA’s statement of faith.

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To apply, qualified candidates should send a cover letter and current résumé to:

Wendy Payne, Executive Director, at wendyp@evancfa.org.