Program Director, Child Services
Company: Thompson Child & Family Focus
Location: Owensboro
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Get to know Thompson! Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses
three domains: prevention services, foster care, and mental health,
operating across the Carolinas, Florida and Tennessee with new
operations expanding into Kentucky. All Thompson programs are
trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the
intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and
their families, both virtually and in person. At Thompson, we live
up to our values of Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and
Integrity! What will you do as a Program Director, Child Services?
As the Program Director, Child Services , you will lead a team of
Youth Care Specialists, providing an array of trauma- informed
services for the children and families they serve. As Program
Director, Child Services you will have the following
responsibilities: Will use a trauma-informed approach in their
daily work and interactions with others using the principles of
CARE: Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based,
Competence Centered, Trauma Informed, and Ecologically Oriented.
Proactive coaching and feedback to ensure professional development
and growth of direct reports. Setting programmatic objectives,
defining roles, and prioritizing tasks for direct reports.
Effective proactive communication in all directions (up, down,
sideways) to ensure program needs are met. Recruit, interview and
selection of top tier talent for their program staff. Conduct
thorough and well-documented assessments of direct reports’
performance. Proactively address performance issues and replace
team members who consistently fall short of delivering on their
objectives. Create an open and trusting environment where teamwork
and collaboration is valued. Act as a role model across the
organization for other staff regarding professionalism, positivity
and teamwork. Respond and address to any client/parent/guardian
complains/concerns. Other duties as assigned What does this
position offer? Starting Pay Range: $55k-$65k annually Fantastic
Full-time benefits… 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10
paid holidays! Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term
Disability and Life insurance options 401K Match Education
Reimbursement Referral Bonus Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of
$60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure Eligibility to
apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10
years of service Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment
program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans Paid time off
for volunteering in the community Free EAP services Mileage
Reimbursement iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
Multiple opportunities for growth Ongoing, structured leadership
development and growth opportunities Requirements Minimum
Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required.
Supervisory experience preferred. Verified 3 years of work
experience as a high performing individual contributor in a related
field with exposure to leadership/management experiences either
through short term project management, coordination, training or
actual leadership positions. Displays the capacity/coachability for
future growth and development as a leader. Must have a valid
Driver’s License and meet any credentialing, licensing and
privileging standards as it pertains to the program Proficient in
Microsoft Office Suite application software, excellent written and
oral communication skills. You’re the right fit for the Program
Director, Child Services position if… You have a passion for
developing and growing teams You enjoy knowing you’re making an
IMPACT on the lives of others EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, COMMITMENT,
CARING, AND INTEGRITY are important to you! If your qualifications
meet the requirements of the job, and you want to be part of a
winning culture, don’t delay! Apply at thompsoncff.org where we are
strengthening Children, Families, and Communities! Thompson is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. Thompson participates in E-Verify
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