Program Director, Licensing/Foster Care
SupportFinity™, Columbia, SC, United States
About Thompson
Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee and Kentucky. Our continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services and foster care. 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. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity.
Description The Program Director, Licensing/Foster Care oversees licensing, training and foster care operations, ensuring programs meet targeted outcomes and achieve financial success while maintaining a trauma‑informed culture.
Responsibilities
Monitor data at a high level and take necessary action around census, referrals, productivity and finances.
Establish and model a trauma‑informed culture and drive best clinical practices throughout the organization.
Prioritize the self‑care and wellness of direct‑care staff for program supervisors.
Work through leaders to ensure their programs achieve targeted outcomes, people and financial success.
Oversee the long‑term planning and strategy for Licensing/Training and Foster Care.
Set the climate and communicate with staff.
Ensure programs have the resources needed for success.
Select, coach, assess and develop staff.
Contribute to organizational design and structure.
Develop and cultivate new business opportunities for short‑ and long‑term benefit.
Link direct reports’ objectives to overall business strategy.
Provide continual coaching and development for staff.
Use performance assessments constructively to improve performance.
Balance tasks and resources among teams.
Coordinate foster parent events.
Coordinate local foster parent recruitment events.
Maintain program licensure as a Child Placing Agency (CPA).
Benefits
Starting Pay Range: $60–75k annually
Full‑time benefits package
3 weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year plus 10 paid holidays
Health, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance options
401(k) match
Education reimbursement
Referral bonus
Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
Paid time off for volunteering in the community
Free employee assistance program (EAP) services
Mileage reimbursement
iPhone and laptop provided for eligible roles
Multiple opportunities for growth
Requirements
Valid South Carolina driver’s license
Meeting credentialing, licensing and privileging standards related to the program(s) led
Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field (required)
Hybrid/remote position in South Carolina only
Verified 3 years of successful previous leadership experience
Verified 3–5 years of leadership experience in licensing/training and/or foster care
Demonstrated capacity and coachability for future growth as a leader
Ideal Candidate
Passionate about growing and developing staff
Driven by making a tangible impact on the lives of others
Values Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity
Application Apply at
thompsoncff.org
where we are strengthening children, families and communities. Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job code: EX‑1EB5A755 Job type: Full‑time Location: South Carolina Salary: $60k–75k annually
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Description The Program Director, Licensing/Foster Care oversees licensing, training and foster care operations, ensuring programs meet targeted outcomes and achieve financial success while maintaining a trauma‑informed culture.
Responsibilities
Monitor data at a high level and take necessary action around census, referrals, productivity and finances.
Establish and model a trauma‑informed culture and drive best clinical practices throughout the organization.
Prioritize the self‑care and wellness of direct‑care staff for program supervisors.
Work through leaders to ensure their programs achieve targeted outcomes, people and financial success.
Oversee the long‑term planning and strategy for Licensing/Training and Foster Care.
Set the climate and communicate with staff.
Ensure programs have the resources needed for success.
Select, coach, assess and develop staff.
Contribute to organizational design and structure.
Develop and cultivate new business opportunities for short‑ and long‑term benefit.
Link direct reports’ objectives to overall business strategy.
Provide continual coaching and development for staff.
Use performance assessments constructively to improve performance.
Balance tasks and resources among teams.
Coordinate foster parent events.
Coordinate local foster parent recruitment events.
Maintain program licensure as a Child Placing Agency (CPA).
Benefits
Starting Pay Range: $60–75k annually
Full‑time benefits package
3 weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year plus 10 paid holidays
Health, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance options
401(k) match
Education reimbursement
Referral bonus
Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
Paid time off for volunteering in the community
Free employee assistance program (EAP) services
Mileage reimbursement
iPhone and laptop provided for eligible roles
Multiple opportunities for growth
Requirements
Valid South Carolina driver’s license
Meeting credentialing, licensing and privileging standards related to the program(s) led
Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field (required)
Hybrid/remote position in South Carolina only
Verified 3 years of successful previous leadership experience
Verified 3–5 years of leadership experience in licensing/training and/or foster care
Demonstrated capacity and coachability for future growth as a leader
Ideal Candidate
Passionate about growing and developing staff
Driven by making a tangible impact on the lives of others
Values Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity
Application Apply at
thompsoncff.org
where we are strengthening children, families and communities. Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job code: EX‑1EB5A755 Job type: Full‑time Location: South Carolina Salary: $60k–75k annually
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