Program Director

The Program Director’s main responsibilities are to maintain and expand programs and services for both cancer patients and survivors at The Victory Center; promote programs and encourage attendance; and evaluate current programs, services, and therapists on a regular basis.  The program director is the main originator of new program development. They may facilitate programs appropriate with their background, either in an ongoing or as needed basis.  They register new participants and provide them a brief program orientation; act as a referral source for educational, financial or psychosocial needs; and offer crisis response for participants until further help can be arranged if needed. In addition, the Program Director oversees all of the contractual therapists and facilitators.

Minimum qualifications for position: The Program Director must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, in an appropriate field such as nursing, social work, or counseling with either licensure and/or 2-3 years of experience; or, have a master’s degree in an appropriate field with at least 1 year of field experience.  Excellent public speaking and community relations skills.  Ability to effectively manage time and respond to deadlines.  Experience working with cancer patients or those with significant illness preferred.  Group facilitation skills a plus. Position requires some evening work.

To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and references to the address below. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is hired.

Dianne Barndt

Executive Director

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