Job Location : Port Chester,NY, USA
Family Services of Westchester (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives. With 50 innovative programs, FSW serves 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, New York.
Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a private, nonprofit, non-sectarian social services agency.
FSW's Head Start/Early Head Start is a federal government program that was created in 1965 to give preschool children from low-income families a “head start” on their readiness for elementary school.
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Job Details:
POSITION TITLE: Director of Program Operations, Early Childhood Program
SALARY: $90,000 - $110,000 per year
STATUS: Exempt
SUPERVISED BY: Senior Vice President of Early Education Programs
Job Summary:
The Director of Operations, Early Childhood Programs, oversees day-to-day operations of FSW's Head Start and Early Head Start programs, focusing on the administrative functions that ensure compliant, high-quality services. S/he may also be called upon to leverage this support on behalf of FSW's other Early Childhood Programs, which are closely aligned with Head Start. The Director of Operations is responsible for the service locations for the programs -- including those operated directly by FSW and those operated by partners under contract -- concentrating on administrative requirements including facilities, staffing, materials, and compliance. The Director of Operations oversees the Department's use of data from various systems to set and manage to performance goals, administering the QI function and supervising relevant staff. The Director spearheads the development and management of the budget for Head Start. As a senior staff member, the Director collaborates with leadership to advise on program strategy, set goals, and carry out agreed-upon initiatives. S/he will demonstrate a commitment to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace that reflects FSW's and Head Start's mission to meet the needs of children, families, and communities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Management/Operations
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
SKILLS
EXPERIENCE
REQUIREMENTS
There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities. In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b) for full-time employees.
At FSW, we enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that prioritizes our clients and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people across the communities of Westchester, and if the position of Head Start Assistant Teacher speaks to your capabilities, experience and commitment to social service, please submit your resume and cover letter. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or email.
FSW is an equal opportunity employer.