Upbring
Richardson, TX, USA
Overview The Area Director will manage the day-to-day operations of our Foster in Texas (FIT) branch locations and provide direct supervision and support to the staff of Family Service Workers (FSW) as it relates to Individual Support Plan (ISP), assessing child progress and needs, and supporting foster care children and their families in accordance to Agency and licensing standards and federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Essential Duties Program Administration Monitor and evaluate program services and quality of care to ensure they are being provided in compliance with all licensing standards and regulatory requirements at all times Oversee and manage the placement process, which includes intake and eligibility, verification, assessment, and referral services Work closely with the Regional Director to verify service needs of the children and their families are being addressed and/or made available Ensure all foster care homes meet full licensing requirements Develop and implement program service policies and procedures and standards of care to meet Agency and licensing standards and meet foster care children and family needs Develop partnerships with area health and mental health service providers to meet the needs of the foster care children and/or their families Prepare monthly reports on program services and activities; submit all reporting requirements in a timely manner Review, approve, and sign off on all monthly and annual status reports, discharge summaries, and incident reports Maintain demographic and economic information on service population and service area to ensure the program and program services are meeting the needs of the foster care children and their families; use data to review trends in program services and service population and area Oversee and monitor case files to ensure they are current and up-to-date and meet licensing standards and regulatory requirements Ensure staff is completing incident reports of suspected exploitation, abuse, or neglect in a timely manner Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices for the program and program services Serve as an advocate for program services by recommending program improvements and enhancements to meet the needs of the foster care children and their families Travel as needed to perform home visits to ensure licensing standards are being met and the well-being and safety of the children Maintain a caseload, as needed Provide emergency and on-call services when needed Fiscal Responsibility Demonstrate efforts to manage a budget within budget limits and constraints Using statistical data provide monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports of clinical outcomes, personnel costs, operating costs, residential placement and discharge Apply costs to program operations and the return on investment in terms of quality of care Staff Development and Management Conduct weekly, bi-weekly, and/or monthly supervision with FSW staff to provide professional coaching and development, case staffing, clinical guidance, and assistance with locating resources Maintain an appropriate staffing level to ensure the needs of the foster children and their families and program goals are being met Oversee, manage, and assign caseload to assigned staff based on the needs of the children and their families Responsible for the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training new staff and developing and implementing ongoing staff development trainings for Family Services Workers and Administrative staff using an established and consistent training program; ensure all staff meets education and licensure requirements, as deemed appropriate Coach and support staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources needed to optimize performance and ensure established program goals and service delivery is achieved at the highest quality level, in a timely manner, and within budget; develop staff members to their professional potential, foster teamwork within the program and ensure a seamless service delivery to children and their families Regularly review employee performance and provide supportive feedback Complete, conduct, and submit 90-day and annual performance evaluations per established completion date Working Relationships Lead collaborative efforts and activities with the interdisciplinary and treatment teams, staff, and medical and non-medical providers to ensure all foster care children are receiving the quality of services needed to meet their individual treatment and behavior plans. Develop and maintain positive strong working relationships with the interdisciplinary and treatment teams foster children, foster parents and families, professional service providers, and community partners, while maintaining boundaries at all times. Work as member of the management team and exhibit professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflects positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency policies and practices. Represent the Agency at networking and special events in a positive and professional manner at all times. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field Child Placement Management Staff (CPMS) 3 years relevant experience in foster care, child welfare, or adoption Valid TX driver’s license and auto insurance coverage At least 21 years of age Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of behavior management principles, program development and management, and monitoring techniques Strong and effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and balance competing priorities Ability to apply sound judgement when making decisions Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to work and interact with diverse groups of people and build strong working relationships Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate ideas and delegate tasks Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field LCPAA , LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC 1 year supervisory or management experience Bilingual (English and Spanish based on service area and service population) Physical Demands & Work Conditions This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time Driving position Position works with children and families Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs. The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus. Agreement The statements herein indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of the job and may request the employee to perform other duties and responsibilities not listed at his/her discretion. This job description is not a contract between the employee occupying the position and the employer. Upbring is an at-will employer. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status PI117325582
Overview The Area Director will manage the day-to-day operations of our Foster in Texas (FIT) branch locations and provide direct supervision and support to the staff of Family Service Workers (FSW) as it relates to Individual Support Plan (ISP), assessing child progress and needs, and supporting foster care children and their families in accordance to Agency and licensing standards and federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Essential Duties Program Administration Monitor and evaluate program services and quality of care to ensure they are being provided in compliance with all licensing standards and regulatory requirements at all times Oversee and manage the placement process, which includes intake and eligibility, verification, assessment, and referral services Work closely with the Regional Director to verify service needs of the children and their families are being addressed and/or made available Ensure all foster care homes meet full licensing requirements Develop and implement program service policies and procedures and standards of care to meet Agency and licensing standards and meet foster care children and family needs Develop partnerships with area health and mental health service providers to meet the needs of the foster care children and/or their families Prepare monthly reports on program services and activities; submit all reporting requirements in a timely manner Review, approve, and sign off on all monthly and annual status reports, discharge summaries, and incident reports Maintain demographic and economic information on service population and service area to ensure the program and program services are meeting the needs of the foster care children and their families; use data to review trends in program services and service population and area Oversee and monitor case files to ensure they are current and up-to-date and meet licensing standards and regulatory requirements Ensure staff is completing incident reports of suspected exploitation, abuse, or neglect in a timely manner Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices for the program and program services Serve as an advocate for program services by recommending program improvements and enhancements to meet the needs of the foster care children and their families Travel as needed to perform home visits to ensure licensing standards are being met and the well-being and safety of the children Maintain a caseload, as needed Provide emergency and on-call services when needed Fiscal Responsibility Demonstrate efforts to manage a budget within budget limits and constraints Using statistical data provide monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports of clinical outcomes, personnel costs, operating costs, residential placement and discharge Apply costs to program operations and the return on investment in terms of quality of care Staff Development and Management Conduct weekly, bi-weekly, and/or monthly supervision with FSW staff to provide professional coaching and development, case staffing, clinical guidance, and assistance with locating resources Maintain an appropriate staffing level to ensure the needs of the foster children and their families and program goals are being met Oversee, manage, and assign caseload to assigned staff based on the needs of the children and their families Responsible for the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training new staff and developing and implementing ongoing staff development trainings for Family Services Workers and Administrative staff using an established and consistent training program; ensure all staff meets education and licensure requirements, as deemed appropriate Coach and support staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources needed to optimize performance and ensure established program goals and service delivery is achieved at the highest quality level, in a timely manner, and within budget; develop staff members to their professional potential, foster teamwork within the program and ensure a seamless service delivery to children and their families Regularly review employee performance and provide supportive feedback Complete, conduct, and submit 90-day and annual performance evaluations per established completion date Working Relationships Lead collaborative efforts and activities with the interdisciplinary and treatment teams, staff, and medical and non-medical providers to ensure all foster care children are receiving the quality of services needed to meet their individual treatment and behavior plans. Develop and maintain positive strong working relationships with the interdisciplinary and treatment teams foster children, foster parents and families, professional service providers, and community partners, while maintaining boundaries at all times. Work as member of the management team and exhibit professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflects positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency policies and practices. Represent the Agency at networking and special events in a positive and professional manner at all times. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field Child Placement Management Staff (CPMS) 3 years relevant experience in foster care, child welfare, or adoption Valid TX driver’s license and auto insurance coverage At least 21 years of age Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of behavior management principles, program development and management, and monitoring techniques Strong and effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and balance competing priorities Ability to apply sound judgement when making decisions Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to work and interact with diverse groups of people and build strong working relationships Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate ideas and delegate tasks Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field LCPAA , LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC 1 year supervisory or management experience Bilingual (English and Spanish based on service area and service population) Physical Demands & Work Conditions This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time Driving position Position works with children and families Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs. The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus. Agreement The statements herein indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of the job and may request the employee to perform other duties and responsibilities not listed at his/her discretion. This job description is not a contract between the employee occupying the position and the employer. Upbring is an at-will employer. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status PI117325582
Upbring
Richardson, TX, USA
Overview The Child Specific Adoption Recruiter is responsible for relationship building and recruitment of children who are available for adoption through the foster care system. Responsibilities Essential Duties Work with the Adoption Coordinators of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to identify children who could benefit from child specific recruitment Request and comprehensively review respective child records from Child Protective Services Interview identified children and work with each to develop an individual adoption assessment and an ecomap including persons, both past and present, with whom each child has had a positive relationship Contact individuals that have been identified as possible adoptive candidates by each child and through the record for each child and explore adoptive interest with them Complete an individual, personalized recruitment plan for each child Identify target populations for each child based upon his/her characteristics Utilize marketing materials (video tape/CD, brochures, fliers, etc.) that are child or children specific provided by grant funders Distribute marketing materials to targeted populations Adhere to branding guidelines provided by grant funders Conduct meetings and arrange and make presentations to targeted populations Develop a child-specific Website and link to register children on the national and state resource exchanges and other child listings where possible Work with media to feature specific children (Wednesday's child, television and radio spots, newspaper ads, etc.). Broadcast pictures and biographies on featured children to regional LSS offices and to members of the Lutheran Adoption Network nationally Follow all families through recruitment to adoptive placement and finalization to ensure that adequate support is being provided, that the family is receiving appropriate benefits and the family knows how to access post adoption services after the consummation of the adoption Prepare, compile, submit and maintain accurate records, files, forms, statistics and additional relevant information in accord with Agency policy, licensing and/or funding requirements Work closely with other case workers involved in the process, CPS, marketing and public relations. personnel, and community organizations to achieve established goals Participate in planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating designated social service programs Abide by all Agency policies and procedures, licensing standards, contract terms, COA standards and funding requirements Assist with the Continuous Quality Improvement Program (CQI) for Family Services Participate in workshops, seminars, education programs and other activities that promote professional growth and development Report any serious or significant incidents to the Clinical Director immediately Provide emergency and on-call services when needed Other duties and special projects as assigned Extensive driving required Some travel required Working Relationships Work closely with management, staff, service providers and professionals and various local community systems and resources to ensure services Develop and maintain positive and strong working relationships with the Foster Care and Adoption teams and foster care parents and families, while maintaining professional and ethical boundaries at all times Work as team player and exhibit professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflect positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency policies and practices Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field 2 years of child-placing experience Knowledge of child development, attachment, psychological theory, methods, and ethics Knowledge of child-focused recruitment model Ability to establish rapport, trust, and ethical boundaries with service population Strong writing skills with the ability to properly and accurately document case notes and files Ability to apply sound judgement when making decisions Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimum supervision Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize competing tasks Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to apply compassion and empathy, while dealing with stressful and difficult situations Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Physical Demands & Work Conditions This position requires standing, sitting, squatting, and walking most of the time. Position with and around children on a regular basis Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs. The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus. Agreement The statements herein indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of the job and may request the employee to perform other duties and responsibilities not listed at his/her discretion. This job description is not a contract between the employee occupying the position and the employer. Upbring is an at-will employer. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status PI117026355
Overview The Child Specific Adoption Recruiter is responsible for relationship building and recruitment of children who are available for adoption through the foster care system. Responsibilities Essential Duties Work with the Adoption Coordinators of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to identify children who could benefit from child specific recruitment Request and comprehensively review respective child records from Child Protective Services Interview identified children and work with each to develop an individual adoption assessment and an ecomap including persons, both past and present, with whom each child has had a positive relationship Contact individuals that have been identified as possible adoptive candidates by each child and through the record for each child and explore adoptive interest with them Complete an individual, personalized recruitment plan for each child Identify target populations for each child based upon his/her characteristics Utilize marketing materials (video tape/CD, brochures, fliers, etc.) that are child or children specific provided by grant funders Distribute marketing materials to targeted populations Adhere to branding guidelines provided by grant funders Conduct meetings and arrange and make presentations to targeted populations Develop a child-specific Website and link to register children on the national and state resource exchanges and other child listings where possible Work with media to feature specific children (Wednesday's child, television and radio spots, newspaper ads, etc.). Broadcast pictures and biographies on featured children to regional LSS offices and to members of the Lutheran Adoption Network nationally Follow all families through recruitment to adoptive placement and finalization to ensure that adequate support is being provided, that the family is receiving appropriate benefits and the family knows how to access post adoption services after the consummation of the adoption Prepare, compile, submit and maintain accurate records, files, forms, statistics and additional relevant information in accord with Agency policy, licensing and/or funding requirements Work closely with other case workers involved in the process, CPS, marketing and public relations. personnel, and community organizations to achieve established goals Participate in planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating designated social service programs Abide by all Agency policies and procedures, licensing standards, contract terms, COA standards and funding requirements Assist with the Continuous Quality Improvement Program (CQI) for Family Services Participate in workshops, seminars, education programs and other activities that promote professional growth and development Report any serious or significant incidents to the Clinical Director immediately Provide emergency and on-call services when needed Other duties and special projects as assigned Extensive driving required Some travel required Working Relationships Work closely with management, staff, service providers and professionals and various local community systems and resources to ensure services Develop and maintain positive and strong working relationships with the Foster Care and Adoption teams and foster care parents and families, while maintaining professional and ethical boundaries at all times Work as team player and exhibit professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflect positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency policies and practices Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field 2 years of child-placing experience Knowledge of child development, attachment, psychological theory, methods, and ethics Knowledge of child-focused recruitment model Ability to establish rapport, trust, and ethical boundaries with service population Strong writing skills with the ability to properly and accurately document case notes and files Ability to apply sound judgement when making decisions Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimum supervision Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize competing tasks Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to apply compassion and empathy, while dealing with stressful and difficult situations Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Physical Demands & Work Conditions This position requires standing, sitting, squatting, and walking most of the time. Position with and around children on a regular basis Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs. The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus. Agreement The statements herein indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of the job and may request the employee to perform other duties and responsibilities not listed at his/her discretion. This job description is not a contract between the employee occupying the position and the employer. Upbring is an at-will employer. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status PI117026355