About us
TransCen, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that is dedicated to improving meaningful work and community inclusion of youth and young adults with disabilities. We are a small, but impactful organization consisting of go-getters and innovators who are determined to make a positive change! We are looking for a mission-driven Program Director to join our team in our California office, WorkLink.
Our work environment includes:
- Work-from-home days
- Flexible working hours
- Casual work attire
- Fun attmosphere
- Collaborative working
Program Director
Rockville, MD
Are you looking for a job where you can earn a paycheck AND make a difference in your community? Then we are looking for you!
TransCen, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that is dedicated to improving meaningful work and community inclusion of youth and young adults with disabilities. We are a small, but impactful organization consisting of go-getters and innovators who are determined to make a positive change! We are looking for a mission-driven Program
Director to join our team in our Rockville, MD office.
Position Summary:
The Program Director position coordinates the day-to-day services, expands and improves services, and works within the budget developed collaboratively with accounting. The Program Director recruits, hires and supervises program staff, performs administrative functions such as attending meetings, coordinating schedules/caseloads, ensuring program services meet stakeholder requirements and service invoices are accurate and submitted to funders, etc. In addition, this position is also responsible for assisting individuals with disabilities become active productive member of their community by providing job development and on-site job support. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
Organizes, coordinates, and evaluates day-to-day services
Sets annual service goals (aligning with budget)
Develops and monitors WorkLink budget in collaboration with TransCen
Accounting and President
Recruits, hires, trains and supervises WorkLink team members
Develops and implements policies and procedures for services that meet regulation requirements for funding sources
Evaluates services and develops annual objectives/action plans to improve services
Facilitates individualized and person-centered job search planning for clients
Ensures customized employment processes are followed by all team members
Provides professional development training for team members throughout the year
Oversees monthly billing process and paperwork completed in collaboration with Community Program Manager and team members
Assists in developing marketing materials, stories for social media, website, and outreach plans for additional services
Maintains client referrals from funding sources to ensure viability of WorkLink
Expands revenues for services, assists in grant writing and fundraising efforts
Monitors progress of goals and prepares information for bi-monthly board meetings and annual report, detailing outcomes
Represents TransCen and WorkLink in the community (e.g., transition fairs, funding meetings)
Skills/Knowledge/Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years working or volunteering in a nonprofit
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
Strong interpersonal skills, previous experience supervising others
Knowledge of California funding
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe PDF and Google Suites
Working knowledge of disability services and client management software
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
Must be able to pass a background check
Bilingual in Spanish a plus
Additional Qualifications:
- Mission driven
- Ability to time manage, prioritize workload, and juggle concurrent demands
- Ability to think critically, creatively problem solve, and use data analysis for sound decision making
- High level written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work with diverse individuals and families
- Ability to network with multiple stakeholders, including funders
- Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a team
- High level of discretion and confidentiality
- Ability to synthesize information and communicate in a succinct manner to multiple people, including family members and individuals with disabilities
- Disciplined self-starter who can set and achieve goals
MAJOR bonus points if you have…
- Strong connections to the community
- A passion for improving employment outcomes for people with disabilities
- Familiarity with social media
Perks in Working for Us!
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- Retirement contribution
- Group life insurance
- Generous vacation and sick leave
Application Process and Other Details
Limitations and Disclaimer: The above job description describes the general nature and level of work to be performed; it is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
Timeline: Position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed, and candidates considered on a rolling basis. A mutually agreed upon start date will be determined at the time of hire.
TransCen, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54,500.00 - $65,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Rockville, MD 20852: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person