Foster Care Program Director - 14611

Foster Care Program Director

Location: On-Site-Stockton, CA

Schedule: Full-Time, Exempt

Department: Resource Family Agency

Reports to: Division Director

Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00

Sign-on Bonus: $2,000

Summary: The Foster Care Program Director oversees day-to-day operations of Aspiranet’s foster care and adoption services. The role ensures compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements, fiscal oversight, best practices, and staff and foster family recruitment, training, and retention.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor adherence to agency, state, and funder standards.
• Implement Best Practice and Quality Assurance efforts, including data tracking and outcome measurement.
• Participate in internal audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Operate program within budgetary limits.
• Support maintenance of Joint Commission safety standards.
• Coordinate onboarding and training of new staff.
• Maintain communication with external partners and referral sources as needed.
• Participate in agency-wide planning and strategic meetings.
• Provide trauma‑informed team culture.
• Conduct performance evaluations and manage employee performance.
• Promote interdepartmental collaboration to improve service delivery.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of prior supervisory experience.
• Three years of full-time social work or casework employment in family or child welfare services, or two years full‑time in a foster family or adoption agency.
• Must pass all state‑mandated background checks and health clearances.

Work Environment & Schedule

Fully on-site with availability for occasional evening hours and after‑hours crisis consultation on a rotating basis. Travel required for site visits or meetings.

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off: 11 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, 2 diversity days, birthday time off.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Employee Perks Program with discounts and an employee assistance program.
• Training opportunities to support career development.
• Inclusive, mission‑aligned culture.
• Opportunities to lead initiatives supporting employee wellbeing.

Physical Demands

Standard office environment; noise level generally quiet and within OSHA safety levels.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aspiranet is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We are committed to providing a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all individuals.