Asian Counseling & Referral Service Inc

About ACRS: Since 1973, Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) has been working toward social justice and offering a broad array of behavioral health programs, human services and civic engagement activities for Asians, Pacific Islanders, and other underserved communities in King County and beyond.. Directly supervises program management staff (Title XIX CM Program Manager, Health Home Program Manager, Community Living Connections Coordinator and Senior Center Coordinator) conduct performance reviews.. Working with the Deputy Director, develops and oversees the budget for AAS.. Bachelor's degree in social/behavioral science, and four (4) to six (6) years’ experience in supervision, planning and/or administration of human services program.. Knowledge of and experience with the long-term care system and programs supporting adults who are elderly and/or living with disabilities, social service systems and requirements for City, County and Washington State; planning process, and requirements for service coordination and delivery preferred.

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AAS - Director of Aging and Adult Services Seattle, WA, USA
Job Description Posted Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 8:00 AM
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: COME WORK WITH US! Help us provide hope, opportunity, and voice to thousands in our region by joining our team! All candidates are welcome to apply. We strongly encourage candidates who represent A&NHPI intersectional communities to apply. These include those who identify as LGBTQIA+, Transracial Adoptee, those who are justice involved, multi-racial, or are part of other underrepresented communities About ACRS: Since 1973, Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) has been working toward social justice and offering a broad array of behavioral health programs, human services and civic engagement activities for Asians, Pacific Islanders, and other underserved communities in King County and beyond. Values: We are rooted in our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
We value our clients and work to demonstrate respect and compassion for them.
We believe in challenging structures, institutions and systems that have created disparities and inequities and we advocate for a more inclusive and just society.
We value the power and voice within everyone, and work to cultivate leadership at all levels: clients, staff, volunteers and the community.
We value community- and client-centered programs and services that are multi-lingual, innovative, responsive and holistic in approach.
We value our staff and volunteers and their well-being. We recognize and appreciate the unique strengths, knowledge, skills, professionalism, competencies and expertise that they bring, along with their leadership and representation of their respective communities.
We value developing community-based solutions and appreciate and collaborate with our stakeholders and partners to bridge gaps and maximize resources.
We commit to excellence, continuous improvement, integrity, accountability, and participation at all levels of our work.
ACRS seeks a full-time Director of Aging and Adult Services who responsible for the overall day-to-day operations and the strategic development of the Aging and Adult Services (AAS) programs. Ensures the delivery of quality multilingual, multicultural services within a clinical whole person, integrated care framework and in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines. Directly supervises program management staff. Responsible for ensuring the financial health of the department, develops and monitors program budget and contracts. Coordinates with internal agency departments, external organizations, and funders. Studies and analyzes service outcomes and community needs as basis for service quality assessments and strategic program development. Interprets agency programs and services to individuals or groups outside the agency with attention to cultural relevance and competency, including equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EIDB) values. Is a leader in advocating for equity in public and private sectors towards ending health and social services disparities.
***Usual Schedule: Mon – Fri, Hybrid work is available and based on agency needs.
Competitive Benefits Package includes:
Pay range is between $113,900 to $123,800 annually and is based on experience with possible increases after 6 months from date of hire.
ACRS pays 75-85% of your medical and dental insurance on or coinciding with your date of hire.
Vision insurance is available at a very minimal cost.
ACRS pays 100% of your life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance on or coinciding with your date of hire.
Employer paid commuter card and free parking available.
Paid Time off: 8 hours of vacation accrued from day 1, available to use after 6 months of employment.
8 hours of sick leave, accrued from day 1, available to use once accrued, no waiting period
1 floating holiday, available after 1 year of employment 14 paid holidays
IT equipment provided, with telecommuting reimbursement available.
Flexibility with hybrid work
403b Retirement savings account
Employee assistance program
Essential Job Functions:
Strategically plans, organizes, and oversees the day-to-day operations of the AAS department. Ensures that program and contract requirements, goals and standards are met. Monitors overall quality of services and service utilization, works with staff to achieve department-identified goals. Develops and oversees program compliance to policies and procedures.
Conducts program planning and development to meet the AAS needs and resources. Researches and determines availability of untapped resources as appropriate to meet needs and program/agency goals. Makes recommendations for development of new services or enhancement of existing services. Develops and prepares proposals for new and/or expanded services and funding. Implements new and/or expanded services.
Directly supervises program management staff (Title XIX CM Program Manager, Health Home Program Manager, Community Living Connections Coordinator and Senior Center Coordinator) conduct performance reviews. Enforces agency personnel policies and procedures, resolves departmental personnel issues; oversees staffing, participates in staff hiring and termination process.
Monitors overall staff performance and assists department staff through individual and group conferences in understanding of program issues, effectiveness, and goals. Evaluates staff training needs.
Manages program contracts. Conducts contract negotiations. Assures contract compliance and achievement of contract objectives, submits contract reports as needed. Manages program audits/reviews/site visits. Develops and maintains relationships with funders.
Develops, monitors, analyzes and is accountable for all program service and financial reports for the AAS department. Working with the Deputy Director, develops and oversees the budget for AAS.
Represents agency in community planning processes for AAS-related issues. Attends community meetings. Promotes and maintains working relationships with other agencies and funders. Promotes culturally relevant and competent services, with attention to EIDB values. Advocates on behalf of Asian & NH/Pacific Islander communities. Establishes connections with other community-based-organizations and develops working agreements for service linkage.
Promotes and maintains overall communication flow within the department, between program staff and management, and with other internal agency departments. Plans and conducts department staff meetings. Communicates and coordinates with other departments.
Other job-related duties as assigned by management.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in social work, behavioral sciences, public administration, or related field. Two (2) to four (4) years of supervisory, planning, and/or administrative experience in related human services;OR
Bachelor's degree in social/behavioral science, and four (4) to six (6) years’ experience in supervision, planning and/or administration of human services program. Some substitutions of experience and training for academic degree may be allowed.
Knowledge of and experience with the long-term care system and programs supporting adults who are elderly and/or living with disabilities, social service systems and requirements for City, County and Washington State; planning process, and requirements for service coordination and delivery preferred.
Ability to provide effective and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural beliefs and practices. Experience working with ANHPI communities preferred.
Background or experience in quality improvement concepts, with knowledge of related regulations and compliance requirements.
Ability to work as a team member with professional and support staff; analyze and draw conclusions from internal/external data for strategic program development; exercise high degree of judgment and organize multiple tasks/priorities/deadlines.
Effective ability to navigate a personal computer. Competency in use of the Microsoft Office and other relevant software for word processing, calendaring, email, and data entry. Efficiently research and perform various tasks via the internet.
Strong communication and public relation skills, both oral and written.
Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
Working Conditions: Regularly required to walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work is performed primarily in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
LOCATION: Asian Counseling and Referral Service - Main Office
EOE STATEMENT: Asian Counseling and Referral Service is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service 711. ACRS does not and will not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of a service animal, military or veteran status. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those individuals requiring accommodation should notify ACRS in advance. ACRS is a Tobacco-Free Campus. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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