Brighter Futures Program Director

Program Development & Strategic Leadership

• Set and implement program goals, objectives, performance measures, and expected outcomes for Brighter Futures.

• Maintain program policies, procedures, and operational guidelines aligned with organizational

standards, evidence-based practice, and state and federal regulations.

• Lead strategic planning to expand and strengthen services for youth aging out of foster care.

• Track emerging needs, trends, and opportunities in child welfare and independent living services to guide program innovation.

• Ensure all services are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and youth-centered.

Program Operations & Management

• Oversee day-to-day program operations to ensure efficient, effective service delivery.

• Maintain accurate data collection systems and oversee reporting to funders, stakeholders, and

regulatory agencies.

• Monitor program performance indicators and ensure timely completion of documentation, reports, and audits.

• Ensure compliance with contracts, grant terms, and organizational policy.

• Lead FSA program operations, including eligibility determination, enrollment, case coordination,

financial assistance, documentation, reporting, and outcome tracking.

• Prepare and submit reports, performance measures, and program outcomes to funders, executive leadership, and other stakeholders.

Staff Supervision & Team Leadership

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff, including case managers, mentors,

trainers, and interns.

• Provide coaching, professional development, and performance management to support staff growth and effectiveness.

• Foster a collaborative, supportive, mission-driven team culture.

• Lead regular staff meetings, case reviews, and supervision sessions to ensure quality service

delivery and adherence to best practice.

Community Collaboration & Partnership Development

• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, schools, colleges, employers, housing providers, and other community organizations.

• Coordinate community resources and partnerships that expand opportunities for transition-age

youth.

• Represent Brighter Futures in community meetings, coalitions, and professional networks.

• Advocate for the needs and rights of youth aging out of foster care at the local and state levels.

Organizational Support & Outreach

• Support the Executive Director on organizational management, strategic planning, and special

initiatives.

• Contribute to grant development, fundraising, and sustainability planning for the program.

• Market and promote Brighter Futures across child welfare systems, schools, community

organizations, and public forums to strengthen referral networks and community awareness.