Licensed Child-Placing Agency Administrator (LCPAA) New Era Child Placement Agency is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Licensed Child-Placing Agency Administrator (LCPAA) to lead the day-to-day operations and continued development of a newly established child-placing agency operating in partnership with a 175-bed Residential Treatment Program . This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced child welfare professional who understands Texas licensing requirements, residential treatment, foster care placement, regulatory compliance, and the operational demands of building a high-quality child-placing program. The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on leader who can establish strong systems, develop staff, maintain regulatory compliance, build placement relationships, and help grow the agency while ensuring the safety and well-being of children and youth served. Required Qualifications Current Texas Licensed Child-Placing Agency Administrator (LCPAA) credential in good standing Minimum of 2 years of relevant child-placing agency, residential treatment, or child welfare administrative experience Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred Demonstrated knowledge of Texas child-placing agency licensing standards and regulatory requirements Clean professional and licensing history Demonstrated experience managing or overseeing child placements Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, child development, and behavioral health Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and leadership skills Key ResponsibilitiesAgency Leadership & Operations Provide overall leadership and direction for the child-placing agency Oversee daily agency operations and ensure staff are effectively performing their assigned responsibilities Establish and maintain operational systems, policies, procedures, and protocols Develop clear performance expectations and hold staff accountable to agency standards Recruit, train, supervise, and support agency personnel Monitor employee performance and provide ongoing coaching and professional development Work collaboratively with the Residential Treatment Program and other internal departments to create a coordinated continuum of care Licensing & Regulatory Compliance Maintain compliance with Texas child-placing agency licensing standards and applicable state regulations Lead licensing activities, renewals, inspections, corrective actions, and ongoing compliance efforts Develop and maintain policies and procedures required for agency operations Prepare the agency for federal accreditation and applicable quality-assurance requirements Maintain accurate documentation and ensure required records are completed and maintained Monitor regulatory changes and implement operational updates as necessary Placements & Contract Development Develop and maintain relationships with DFPS, placing entities, managed care organizations, and community partners Coordinate and oversee child placement activities Submit placement documentation and respond to placement opportunities in a timely manner Assist with developing, negotiating, and maintaining placement contracts and referral relationships Support the strategic growth and stabilization of the agency's placement population Ensure placements are appropriate, adequately supported, and consistent with regulatory and clinical requirements Records & Case Oversight Oversee systems related to medical records, case management, treatment documentation, and placement records Ensure documentation meets applicable state and agency standards Monitor case management activities and documentation for completeness and compliance Work collaboratively with clinical and direct-care teams to support individualized treatment and service planning Maintain familiarity with agency software, including Planned Street , and other operational systems Program Development Develop and implement life-skills, enrichment, recreational, and entertainment programming for children and youth Identify opportunities to improve services, outcomes, and the overall placement experience Establish systems for tracking agency performance, placements, compliance, and staff accountability Support the development of a strong organizational culture centered on safety, stability, accountability, and trauma-informed care Preferred Experience The strongest candidates will have: Experience overseeing 50+ child placements Previous leadership experience within a child-placing agency or residential treatment setting Experience with Texas licensing inspections and compliance Experience developing and implementing agency policies, procedures, and protocols Experience with placement contracts and referral relationships Experience overseeing medical records and case management systems Experience with treatment planning and documentation Experience supervising and training multidisciplinary staff Familiarity with behavioral health and residential treatment environments Experience preparing an organization for accreditation or other external quality reviews What We're Looking For We are looking for a leader who is: Accountable

• follows through and holds teams to established standards Organized
• able to manage multiple regulatory, operational, and placement priorities Strategic
• understands how to build systems that support sustainable agency growth Collaborative
• works effectively with clinical, residential, case management, and administrative teams Child-centered
• prioritizes safety, stability, dignity, and positive outcomes for children and youth Solutions-oriented
• comfortable navigating complex situations and making sound decisions Hands-on
• willing to build systems and processes while the agency continues to grow Compensation Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications Additional compensation opportunities may include: Performance-based bonuses Growth and placement incentives Potential equity/stock participation based on experience, performance, and organizational growth Target earning potential: $120,000+ annually for a high-performing candidate.

Equal Opportunity New Era Child Placement Agency is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a professional, respectful, and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, performance, and organizational needs.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$80,000.00

• $200,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Application Question(s): Do you currently hold a Licensed Child Placement Administrator Certification?

Work Location:

In person