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posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Responsibilities:
- Greet and seat guests in a friendly and efficient manner
- Take food and drink orders accurately and promptly...
- Deliver orders to tables and ensure guest satisfaction
- Provide excellent customer service and address any guest concerns or requests
- Handle cash transactions and operate the cash register
- Assist with bussing tables and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely
Responsibilities:
- Greet and seat guests in a friendly and efficient manner
- Take food and drink orders accurately and promptly...
- Deliver orders to tables and ensure guest satisfaction
- Provide excellent customer service and address any guest concerns or requests
- Handle cash transactions and operate the cash register
- Assist with bussing tables and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders
- Follow all sanitation guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment
Experience:
- Previous experience in a similar role preferred but not required
- Basic math skills for cash handling and order taking
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of food preparation and guest services is a plus
We offer competitive pay rates, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth within our company. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for hospitality, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team of dedicated servers!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Restaurant type:
• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant
Shift:
• Day shift
• Night shift
Weekly day range:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Roanoke, TX 76262: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person Show more details...
- Greet and seat guests in a friendly and efficient manner
- Take food and drink orders accurately and promptly...
- Deliver orders to tables and ensure guest satisfaction
- Provide excellent customer service and address any guest concerns or requests
- Handle cash transactions and operate the cash register
- Assist with bussing tables and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders
- Follow all sanitation guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment
Experience:
- Previous experience in a similar role preferred but not required
- Basic math skills for cash handling and order taking
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of food preparation and guest services is a plus
We offer competitive pay rates, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth within our company. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for hospitality, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team of dedicated servers!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Restaurant type:
• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant
Shift:
• Day shift
• Night shift
Weekly day range:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Roanoke, TX 76262: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person Show more details...
via Snagajob
posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management/Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization offering competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
THIS POSITION IS REMOTE/WORK FROM HOME 3-4 DAYS/WEEK AND IN THE DCFS OFFICE 1-2 DAYS/WEEK IN SPRINGFIELD, IL
...
Position Purpose: Collaborate with the Department of Social
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management/Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization offering competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
THIS POSITION IS REMOTE/WORK FROM HOME 3-4 DAYS/WEEK AND IN THE DCFS OFFICE 1-2 DAYS/WEEK IN SPRINGFIELD, IL
...
Position Purpose: Collaborate with the Department of Social Services to review service plans for child foster care members and make referrals to case management. Responsible for care coordination to ensure access to needed social, community, medical and behavioral health services.• Coordinate services between Foster Care staff, primary care physician (PCP) specialist, health plan case management team, and other medical and non •medical providers as necessary to meet the complete medical socio-economic needs of member
• Perform member outreach, evaluation, and assessment
• Collaborate with case management team to make recommendations and referrals on necessary care plans
• Identify, recommend, and provide training for patients and foster child guardians.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nursing, Health, Behavioral Science or equivalent experience. 2+ years of experience working within a social service agency and/or advocacy environment.
License/Certification:
Valid driver’s license. RN (Registered Nurse), LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker), LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse), Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), or LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) preferred.
For Illinois YouthCare plan only: Will be stationed on-site and hosted by DCFS Regional Offices throughout the State to provide administrative coordination with DCFS staff and stakeholders.
Will be available during regular work hours to communicate with and to provide education and training to DCFS staff and stakeholders regarding managed care, and to engage in immediate problem resolution with Contractor’s administrative staff. Will ensure that issues or barriers reported to a liaison must be addressed and the resolution communicated to the appropriate DCFS staff or stakeholder.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package: Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules and dress flexibility, Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) and stock purchase plans, Tuition reimbursement and best-in-class training and development.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law Show more details...
THIS POSITION IS REMOTE/WORK FROM HOME 3-4 DAYS/WEEK AND IN THE DCFS OFFICE 1-2 DAYS/WEEK IN SPRINGFIELD, IL
...
Position Purpose: Collaborate with the Department of Social Services to review service plans for child foster care members and make referrals to case management. Responsible for care coordination to ensure access to needed social, community, medical and behavioral health services.• Coordinate services between Foster Care staff, primary care physician (PCP) specialist, health plan case management team, and other medical and non •medical providers as necessary to meet the complete medical socio-economic needs of member
• Perform member outreach, evaluation, and assessment
• Collaborate with case management team to make recommendations and referrals on necessary care plans
• Identify, recommend, and provide training for patients and foster child guardians.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nursing, Health, Behavioral Science or equivalent experience. 2+ years of experience working within a social service agency and/or advocacy environment.
License/Certification:
Valid driver’s license. RN (Registered Nurse), LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker), LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse), Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), or LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) preferred.
For Illinois YouthCare plan only: Will be stationed on-site and hosted by DCFS Regional Offices throughout the State to provide administrative coordination with DCFS staff and stakeholders.
Will be available during regular work hours to communicate with and to provide education and training to DCFS staff and stakeholders regarding managed care, and to engage in immediate problem resolution with Contractor’s administrative staff. Will ensure that issues or barriers reported to a liaison must be addressed and the resolution communicated to the appropriate DCFS staff or stakeholder.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package: Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules and dress flexibility, Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) and stock purchase plans, Tuition reimbursement and best-in-class training and development.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law Show more details...
via Salary.com
posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Department: Licensing
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt...
Job Summary:
Serves as a point of contact for out of home caregivers. Designated to provide immediate and intensive in-home short-term intervention services and supports to caregivers caring for children who have been placed in their homes. Manage a caseload of children as needed to ensure appropriate intensity of services while meeting the immediate individual needs of the caregiver and/or child(ren)
Department: Licensing
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt...
Job Summary:
Serves as a point of contact for out of home caregivers. Designated to provide immediate and intensive in-home short-term intervention services and supports to caregivers caring for children who have been placed in their homes. Manage a caseload of children as needed to ensure appropriate intensity of services while meeting the immediate individual needs of the caregiver and/or child(ren) for up to 30 business days. Work closely with caregivers to ensure they have the training and resources needed to provide for the children in their care. Assist all caregivers with system navigation, benefit enrollment and accessing community resources. Work to engage caregivers in participating in FAPA/support groups, training and events. Work in collaboration with internal and external partners as needed for placement stability and support to the caregiver.
Essential Duties:
• Provide in home supports to out of home caregivers regarding children placed in their homes as needed
• Provide immediate stabilization and intervention to caregivers to assist in caring for difficult and challenging youth
• Ensure caregivers have the basic necessities required for caring for the children in their care and assist with obtaining resources as needed
• Provide skill development and training for caregivers
• Manage a caseload of caregivers and youth as needed to ensure appropriate intensity of services and meet individual short term needs
• Perform and document face to face client contacts in the Florida Safe Families Network (FSFN)
• Link caregivers with Healthy Start, child care services, and other resources as needed
• Collaborate with FSS Placement & Licensing to ensure effective services and supports to youth and caregivers
• Collaborate with Family Service Counselors/Dependency Case Managers and other child-related parties, as needed
• Ensure high level of customer service and support to caregivers with solution oriented focus
• Maintain FRA tracker(s)
• Responsible for communications via email, text and mail to caregivers
• Assist with placement stabilizations.
• Assist staff and caregivers with accessing community resources
• Serve as expert on community events, resources, and opportunities for caregivers, including child care and summer camp resources
• Develop and coordinate the mentor program for foster parents
• Attend and participate in various meetings and events, participate in department meetings, communicate issues, resolve problems and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements and policies
• Performs other duties As Needed
Supervisory/Decision Making Authority:
Does the position require customary supervision and management of at least 2 or more full-time employees? No
Two examples of the most common decisions made independently by this position on a regular basis without following prescribed procedures:
1. Make recommendations to supervisor for licensed foster caregivers to receive additional training or services.
2. Provide skill development for licensed foster caregivers.
Contribution and Impact:
This position is to assist in the prevention of placement disruptions and placements in licensed foster care through provision of services, training, and supports.
Strategic Value:
This position is critical to the FSS goal to expand the services offered to children, young adults and kinship caregivers within the system.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelors Degree in a Human Services related field from an accredited program.
Experience:
3-4 years experience working directly with high-risk children and families. Prior experience with parenting programs or other curriculum such as TBRI or CORE Teen preferred.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:
Valid drivers license required. Child welfare certification preferred
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to:
• Represent self and the organization in a professional manner with respectful communication
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Think and write creatively
• Assess a situation and make appropriate recommendations/ decisions
• Research, organize and analyze data
• Solve problems and to think through critical, time sensitive issues
• Establish and maintain relationships
• Work collaboratively with staff at all levels in the organization
• Follow through on commitments, projects and responsibilities
• Communicate effectively through writing including articles, presentations, speeches, reports, correspondence, and documentation.
• Speak effectively before small and large groups.
• Maintain confidential information
• Use of de-escalation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to support and train staff
• Maintain data tracking and reporting
Skills:
• Strong follow-up and follow through
• Strong organizational and time management
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word. Experience with PowerPoint
Other Requirements:
• Clear a Level II background screening.
• Clear a reference check (professional and personal).
• Clear a local background check from the County in which you reside.
• Clear a substance abuse screen.
• Provide a copy of all degrees prior to your first day of employment.
• Clear a Motor Vehicles Records check and must be insurable under the company’s automobile policy.
• Provide copy of automobile insurance.
• Provide proof of, and maintain a minimum personal auto liability insurance level $100,000/$300,000 if deemed to be a driving risk.
• Clear an E-Verify check to substantiate that the successful candidate meets the Department of Homeland Security authorization requirements to work in the United States (for more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify).
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Largo, FL 33771: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
• High Risk Children and/or Families: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt...
Job Summary:
Serves as a point of contact for out of home caregivers. Designated to provide immediate and intensive in-home short-term intervention services and supports to caregivers caring for children who have been placed in their homes. Manage a caseload of children as needed to ensure appropriate intensity of services while meeting the immediate individual needs of the caregiver and/or child(ren) for up to 30 business days. Work closely with caregivers to ensure they have the training and resources needed to provide for the children in their care. Assist all caregivers with system navigation, benefit enrollment and accessing community resources. Work to engage caregivers in participating in FAPA/support groups, training and events. Work in collaboration with internal and external partners as needed for placement stability and support to the caregiver.
Essential Duties:
• Provide in home supports to out of home caregivers regarding children placed in their homes as needed
• Provide immediate stabilization and intervention to caregivers to assist in caring for difficult and challenging youth
• Ensure caregivers have the basic necessities required for caring for the children in their care and assist with obtaining resources as needed
• Provide skill development and training for caregivers
• Manage a caseload of caregivers and youth as needed to ensure appropriate intensity of services and meet individual short term needs
• Perform and document face to face client contacts in the Florida Safe Families Network (FSFN)
• Link caregivers with Healthy Start, child care services, and other resources as needed
• Collaborate with FSS Placement & Licensing to ensure effective services and supports to youth and caregivers
• Collaborate with Family Service Counselors/Dependency Case Managers and other child-related parties, as needed
• Ensure high level of customer service and support to caregivers with solution oriented focus
• Maintain FRA tracker(s)
• Responsible for communications via email, text and mail to caregivers
• Assist with placement stabilizations.
• Assist staff and caregivers with accessing community resources
• Serve as expert on community events, resources, and opportunities for caregivers, including child care and summer camp resources
• Develop and coordinate the mentor program for foster parents
• Attend and participate in various meetings and events, participate in department meetings, communicate issues, resolve problems and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements and policies
• Performs other duties As Needed
Supervisory/Decision Making Authority:
Does the position require customary supervision and management of at least 2 or more full-time employees? No
Two examples of the most common decisions made independently by this position on a regular basis without following prescribed procedures:
1. Make recommendations to supervisor for licensed foster caregivers to receive additional training or services.
2. Provide skill development for licensed foster caregivers.
Contribution and Impact:
This position is to assist in the prevention of placement disruptions and placements in licensed foster care through provision of services, training, and supports.
Strategic Value:
This position is critical to the FSS goal to expand the services offered to children, young adults and kinship caregivers within the system.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelors Degree in a Human Services related field from an accredited program.
Experience:
3-4 years experience working directly with high-risk children and families. Prior experience with parenting programs or other curriculum such as TBRI or CORE Teen preferred.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:
Valid drivers license required. Child welfare certification preferred
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to:
• Represent self and the organization in a professional manner with respectful communication
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Think and write creatively
• Assess a situation and make appropriate recommendations/ decisions
• Research, organize and analyze data
• Solve problems and to think through critical, time sensitive issues
• Establish and maintain relationships
• Work collaboratively with staff at all levels in the organization
• Follow through on commitments, projects and responsibilities
• Communicate effectively through writing including articles, presentations, speeches, reports, correspondence, and documentation.
• Speak effectively before small and large groups.
• Maintain confidential information
• Use of de-escalation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to support and train staff
• Maintain data tracking and reporting
Skills:
• Strong follow-up and follow through
• Strong organizational and time management
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word. Experience with PowerPoint
Other Requirements:
• Clear a Level II background screening.
• Clear a reference check (professional and personal).
• Clear a local background check from the County in which you reside.
• Clear a substance abuse screen.
• Provide a copy of all degrees prior to your first day of employment.
• Clear a Motor Vehicles Records check and must be insurable under the company’s automobile policy.
• Provide copy of automobile insurance.
• Provide proof of, and maintain a minimum personal auto liability insurance level $100,000/$300,000 if deemed to be a driving risk.
• Clear an E-Verify check to substantiate that the successful candidate meets the Department of Homeland Security authorization requirements to work in the United States (for more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify).
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Largo, FL 33771: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
• High Risk Children and/or Families: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
via Sevita Careers Jobs
schedule_type: Full-time
Georgia MENTOR, a member of the Sevita family, provides services for children, adolescents and teens with social, emotional and behavioral challenges as well as other complex needs. Through our wide range of flexible programs, we use a partnership approach with families and Mentors to offer individualized therapeutic services.
Family Evaluation Specialist / Foster Care Recruiter...
Salary: $55,860
Do you have experience in human services and want
Georgia MENTOR, a member of the Sevita family, provides services for children, adolescents and teens with social, emotional and behavioral challenges as well as other complex needs. Through our wide range of flexible programs, we use a partnership approach with families and Mentors to offer individualized therapeutic services.
Family Evaluation Specialist / Foster Care Recruiter...
Salary: $55,860
Do you have experience in human services and want to work for a company that actively improves the lives of the individuals it serves? As the Mentor Recruiter, you will develop and implement recruiting and retention tracking tools and strategies to measure the success of campaign effectiveness, creating and designing new campaigns as needed to continuously attract new recruits.
• Manage the recruitment strategy and process for an assigned area.
• Build a prospect network and related campaigns to establish an ongoing pipeline of candidates.
• Conduct cold calls and informational screening meetings, review applications, medical examinations, and references.
• Conduct and attend networking and marketing events and represent the company at job fairs, promotional presentations, and other events to recruit mentors. Raise awareness in the community, through visiting community locations and leaders, and following up on referrals to source potential recruits and further enhance community relationships.
• Conduct orientation, home study evaluations, and pre-service orientation.
• Monitor and maintain allocated marketing budget and partners with internal marketing resources to produce materials. May develop own materials. Maintain appropriate records in compliance with funding source requirements.
• Record and report on the statistics necessary to measure the effectiveness of various recruitment efforts; report regularly on pipeline activity.
• Work with Program Manager and Program Coordinator to facilitate client match meetings.
• Develop informative activities and programs about company services.
• Participate in the development and implementation of mentor retention programs.
• Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in human services
• Three years related experience in Foster Care preferred.
• SAFE Home Study certification and experience writing SAFE home studies preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record, valid car registration, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle
• Travel as needed
Why Join Us?
• Full compensation/benefits package.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – apply today!
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets Show more details...
Family Evaluation Specialist / Foster Care Recruiter...
Salary: $55,860
Do you have experience in human services and want to work for a company that actively improves the lives of the individuals it serves? As the Mentor Recruiter, you will develop and implement recruiting and retention tracking tools and strategies to measure the success of campaign effectiveness, creating and designing new campaigns as needed to continuously attract new recruits.
• Manage the recruitment strategy and process for an assigned area.
• Build a prospect network and related campaigns to establish an ongoing pipeline of candidates.
• Conduct cold calls and informational screening meetings, review applications, medical examinations, and references.
• Conduct and attend networking and marketing events and represent the company at job fairs, promotional presentations, and other events to recruit mentors. Raise awareness in the community, through visiting community locations and leaders, and following up on referrals to source potential recruits and further enhance community relationships.
• Conduct orientation, home study evaluations, and pre-service orientation.
• Monitor and maintain allocated marketing budget and partners with internal marketing resources to produce materials. May develop own materials. Maintain appropriate records in compliance with funding source requirements.
• Record and report on the statistics necessary to measure the effectiveness of various recruitment efforts; report regularly on pipeline activity.
• Work with Program Manager and Program Coordinator to facilitate client match meetings.
• Develop informative activities and programs about company services.
• Participate in the development and implementation of mentor retention programs.
• Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in human services
• Three years related experience in Foster Care preferred.
• SAFE Home Study certification and experience writing SAFE home studies preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record, valid car registration, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle
• Travel as needed
Why Join Us?
• Full compensation/benefits package.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – apply today!
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets Show more details...
via Seasoned
posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
As a dishwasher, you will be responsible for cleaning all prep equipment, silverware, glassware and dishes according to sanitation requirements. You'll be responsible for keeping the dish pit organized and assist the kitchen in keeping the line and prep areas organized and clean. Your pace is critical to turning tables, so a strong work ethic is key to success.
As a dishwasher, you will be responsible for cleaning all prep equipment, silverware, glassware and dishes according to sanitation requirements. You'll be responsible for keeping the dish pit organized and assist the kitchen in keeping the line and prep areas organized and clean. Your pace is critical to turning tables, so a strong work ethic is key to success.
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via Salary.com
posted_at: 15 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Recruit, train, and license prospective foster parents and those who may be interested in fostering/adopting...
2. Conducts interviews necessary to collect all needed data and to assist in finding the most appropriate foster home for the child.
3. Assists foster families with all pre-certification and post-certification services.
4. Works with foster parents to ensure compliance with state child services department
Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Recruit, train, and license prospective foster parents and those who may be interested in fostering/adopting...
2. Conducts interviews necessary to collect all needed data and to assist in finding the most appropriate foster home for the child.
3. Assists foster families with all pre-certification and post-certification services.
4. Works with foster parents to ensure compliance with state child services department rules and with agency policies.
5. Refers prospective foster parents to orientations/trainings needed to become certified. Keep appropriate documentation of trainings.
6. Works with persons seeking to adopt a child, including but not limited to completing home studies on prospective foster applicants and completing pre-certification assessments.
7. Works with the custodial and other involved agencies to ensure a smooth transition for the child and the adoptive family
8. Completes all necessary paperwork including, but not limited to, home studies, annual reviews/recertification, foster parent bios, training logs, letter of concerns, corrective action plans, and updating Benchmark and State systems with needed information
9. Assist with other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Education, Knowledge and Skills:
1. Education – KY: Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university in social work or a human services field
2. Job experience – must meet all requirements of the state, licensing, and contract expectations.
3. Interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication and interaction with referral sources, clients, prospective foster parents, foster families, outside agency personnel, and other care providers when gathering and exchanging information.
This level of interpersonal skills requires a great deal of tact and diplomacy. Being able to openly discuss sensitive subjects with prospective foster parents and current foster homes in order to effectively address, assess, and intervene as necessary to maintain the viability of the home for placements.
4. Effective presentation/public speaking skills.
5. Effective writing skills which include, but not limited to, descriptive and grammatically sound summaries that provide an accurate assessment and qualities of the home and those who reside therein.
6. Ability to be candid and assertive in addressing situations/issues with families in order to provide valuable feedback as well as promote changes/corrections while maintaining the viability of the home.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Elizabethtown, KY 42701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person Show more details...
1. Recruit, train, and license prospective foster parents and those who may be interested in fostering/adopting...
2. Conducts interviews necessary to collect all needed data and to assist in finding the most appropriate foster home for the child.
3. Assists foster families with all pre-certification and post-certification services.
4. Works with foster parents to ensure compliance with state child services department rules and with agency policies.
5. Refers prospective foster parents to orientations/trainings needed to become certified. Keep appropriate documentation of trainings.
6. Works with persons seeking to adopt a child, including but not limited to completing home studies on prospective foster applicants and completing pre-certification assessments.
7. Works with the custodial and other involved agencies to ensure a smooth transition for the child and the adoptive family
8. Completes all necessary paperwork including, but not limited to, home studies, annual reviews/recertification, foster parent bios, training logs, letter of concerns, corrective action plans, and updating Benchmark and State systems with needed information
9. Assist with other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Education, Knowledge and Skills:
1. Education – KY: Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university in social work or a human services field
2. Job experience – must meet all requirements of the state, licensing, and contract expectations.
3. Interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication and interaction with referral sources, clients, prospective foster parents, foster families, outside agency personnel, and other care providers when gathering and exchanging information.
This level of interpersonal skills requires a great deal of tact and diplomacy. Being able to openly discuss sensitive subjects with prospective foster parents and current foster homes in order to effectively address, assess, and intervene as necessary to maintain the viability of the home for placements.
4. Effective presentation/public speaking skills.
5. Effective writing skills which include, but not limited to, descriptive and grammatically sound summaries that provide an accurate assessment and qualities of the home and those who reside therein.
6. Ability to be candid and assertive in addressing situations/issues with families in order to provide valuable feedback as well as promote changes/corrections while maintaining the viability of the home.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Elizabethtown, KY 42701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person Show more details...
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schedule_type: Full-time
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization! If you are passionate about working with children and have experience working with unaccompanied minors and the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), we encourage you to apply for this position!
Who we are...
National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization! If you are passionate about working with children and have experience working with unaccompanied minors and the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), we encourage you to apply for this position!
Who we are...
National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
We believe you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities for this reason NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.
Working At NYAP
• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays) and Work Anniversary Trips!
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
Position Summary
The Education Coordinator for NYAP’s La Jornada (The Journey) Program focusing on Long-Term Foster Care (LTFC) is responsible for coordinating education for youth who have fled their country of origin and arrived in the U.S. without a parent or legal guardian, and ensuring staff receive required training.
The Education Coordinator will coordinate educational and vocational services for minors reflective of NYAP’s values, culture, and mission across various mediums; assist foster parents with the coordination of public school enrollment for youth; advocate in matters of education on behalf of minors; manage community based partnerships to ensure minors receive vocational services; oversee a team of youth advocates; communicate regularly with foster families and program administration staff; and responsible for education-related records and reporting.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s Mission, Values and Philosophies.
• Serve as the educational coordinator ensuring all services provided reflect NYAP’s mission, vision and values.
• Coordinate public school enrollment for minors.
• Develop and implement a weekly mentoring and vocational program as defined by program plan.
• Create a yearly calendar that incorporates field trips, workshops and cultural acculturation opportunities.
• Create partnerships with post-secondary entities such that provide trainings in high growth fields.
• Manage a team of youth advocates and their caseloads.
• Coordinate travel of minors when needed.
• Serve as liaison to ensure minors have an advocate in matters of academic progress, behavior concerns, school suspension and/or expulsion and develop alternative plan for supervision when needed.
• Maintain regular communication with foster families and program administration staff.
• Ensure all area program records are maintained in a confidential manner and site reports are timely, complete and accurate.
• Meet ORR training requirements and follow ORR policies and field guidelines.
• Perform all duties in accordance with personnel policies and fiscal guidelines.
• Perform other duties as requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience working with community based providers.
• 3 years of progressive supervisory experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency required.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
• Must demonstrate a sincere commitment to the service and advocacy for youth and families.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance and a good driving record.
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
OTHER SKILLS
• Demonstrate a high degree of customer service and relationship building abilities.
• Must be able to embrace working as a diverse team both effectively and respectfully with persons of any background, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, ability, national origin, or culture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong project management, leadership, and team building skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of an extended cross-functional team.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
COVID-19 Considerations:
In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, NYAP Immunization Policy and Procedures requires all employees, contractors, interns and volunteers be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except to the extent an individual is eligible for an exemption or the policy and procedure is not applicable by law. The State of IL has a separate mandate. For more information contact Human Resources at 614-487-3888.
The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support agency goals, colleagues and ORR liaisons. Candidate must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religious, and racial backgrounds.
This job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties but rather a reflection of typical work performed in that position.
If this is you visit us at www.nyap.org/employment/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $44,087.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Hilliard, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Language:
• Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person Show more details...
Who we are...
National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
We believe you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities for this reason NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.
Working At NYAP
• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays) and Work Anniversary Trips!
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
Position Summary
The Education Coordinator for NYAP’s La Jornada (The Journey) Program focusing on Long-Term Foster Care (LTFC) is responsible for coordinating education for youth who have fled their country of origin and arrived in the U.S. without a parent or legal guardian, and ensuring staff receive required training.
The Education Coordinator will coordinate educational and vocational services for minors reflective of NYAP’s values, culture, and mission across various mediums; assist foster parents with the coordination of public school enrollment for youth; advocate in matters of education on behalf of minors; manage community based partnerships to ensure minors receive vocational services; oversee a team of youth advocates; communicate regularly with foster families and program administration staff; and responsible for education-related records and reporting.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s Mission, Values and Philosophies.
• Serve as the educational coordinator ensuring all services provided reflect NYAP’s mission, vision and values.
• Coordinate public school enrollment for minors.
• Develop and implement a weekly mentoring and vocational program as defined by program plan.
• Create a yearly calendar that incorporates field trips, workshops and cultural acculturation opportunities.
• Create partnerships with post-secondary entities such that provide trainings in high growth fields.
• Manage a team of youth advocates and their caseloads.
• Coordinate travel of minors when needed.
• Serve as liaison to ensure minors have an advocate in matters of academic progress, behavior concerns, school suspension and/or expulsion and develop alternative plan for supervision when needed.
• Maintain regular communication with foster families and program administration staff.
• Ensure all area program records are maintained in a confidential manner and site reports are timely, complete and accurate.
• Meet ORR training requirements and follow ORR policies and field guidelines.
• Perform all duties in accordance with personnel policies and fiscal guidelines.
• Perform other duties as requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience working with community based providers.
• 3 years of progressive supervisory experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency required.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
• Must demonstrate a sincere commitment to the service and advocacy for youth and families.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance and a good driving record.
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
OTHER SKILLS
• Demonstrate a high degree of customer service and relationship building abilities.
• Must be able to embrace working as a diverse team both effectively and respectfully with persons of any background, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, ability, national origin, or culture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong project management, leadership, and team building skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of an extended cross-functional team.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
COVID-19 Considerations:
In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, NYAP Immunization Policy and Procedures requires all employees, contractors, interns and volunteers be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except to the extent an individual is eligible for an exemption or the policy and procedure is not applicable by law. The State of IL has a separate mandate. For more information contact Human Resources at 614-487-3888.
The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support agency goals, colleagues and ORR liaisons. Candidate must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religious, and racial backgrounds.
This job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties but rather a reflection of typical work performed in that position.
If this is you visit us at www.nyap.org/employment/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $44,087.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Hilliard, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Language:
• Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person Show more details...
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posted_at: 13 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Position: Foster Parent Recruiter/Trainer
Program: New York FCCP...
KidsPeace invites you to join our mission-driven team of professionals who provide hope, help, and healing to children in our Foster Care setting, and the family members, who love them.
Description of Responsibilities:
• Facilitate training for all approved foster parents and foster parent applicants.
• Assure the quality of the foster parent files prior to final approval to
Position: Foster Parent Recruiter/Trainer
Program: New York FCCP...
KidsPeace invites you to join our mission-driven team of professionals who provide hope, help, and healing to children in our Foster Care setting, and the family members, who love them.
Description of Responsibilities:
• Facilitate training for all approved foster parents and foster parent applicants.
• Assure the quality of the foster parent files prior to final approval to become foster parents
• Promote the visibility of KidsPeace FCCP in local communities through public speaking opportunities and marketing efforts.
• Screen all foster parent applicant household members to determine if the applicant families and their homes meet State and KidsPeace requirements.
• Skills necessary for this position :
• Engagement with people and comfort with presenting information/training to small groups.
• Prowess, professional writing
• Proficiency in information gathering for comprehensive assessments
The many benefits to joining the KidsPeace team include:
• The camaraderie, teamwork and support of working in a small office, combined with the resources and supports offered by a large multi-state organization
• Flexibility in scheduling to support work/life balance
• Clinical and/or regularly scheduled supervision
• CEUs provided by the organization
• Consistent staff training
• Tuition assistance when applicable
• Opportunity for growth within the organization
• Health and 403(b) benefits when applicable
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a human service field or 3 years of experience
Check us out!
http://www.kidspeace.org/ | http://www.fostercare.com/ | http://teencentral.com/
http://spyglasssolutions.com/ | www.healingmagazine.org | www.orchardbehavioralhealth.org
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Program: New York FCCP...
KidsPeace invites you to join our mission-driven team of professionals who provide hope, help, and healing to children in our Foster Care setting, and the family members, who love them.
Description of Responsibilities:
• Facilitate training for all approved foster parents and foster parent applicants.
• Assure the quality of the foster parent files prior to final approval to become foster parents
• Promote the visibility of KidsPeace FCCP in local communities through public speaking opportunities and marketing efforts.
• Screen all foster parent applicant household members to determine if the applicant families and their homes meet State and KidsPeace requirements.
• Skills necessary for this position :
• Engagement with people and comfort with presenting information/training to small groups.
• Prowess, professional writing
• Proficiency in information gathering for comprehensive assessments
The many benefits to joining the KidsPeace team include:
• The camaraderie, teamwork and support of working in a small office, combined with the resources and supports offered by a large multi-state organization
• Flexibility in scheduling to support work/life balance
• Clinical and/or regularly scheduled supervision
• CEUs provided by the organization
• Consistent staff training
• Tuition assistance when applicable
• Opportunity for growth within the organization
• Health and 403(b) benefits when applicable
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a human service field or 3 years of experience
Check us out!
http://www.kidspeace.org/ | http://www.fostercare.com/ | http://teencentral.com/
http://spyglasssolutions.com/ | www.healingmagazine.org | www.orchardbehavioralhealth.org
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schedule_type: Full-time
If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you!
Since 1939, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) has offered welcome and hope to refugees. LIRS has transformed lives with the support and hard work of people like you, to welcome the most vulnerable to the United States from sea to shining sea.
We help people seeking safety from persecution in their home countries
If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you!
Since 1939, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) has offered welcome and hope to refugees. LIRS has transformed lives with the support and hard work of people like you, to welcome the most vulnerable to the United States from sea to shining sea.
We help people seeking safety from persecution in their home countries and reunite families torn apart by conflict. We resettle refugees. We protect vulnerable children who arrive alone in the United States. We advocate for compassion and justice for all migrants.
Widely recognized for our expertise in implementing federal programs on behalf of refugees and migrants in the United States, conducts policy advocacy, and advances the protection and rights of vulnerable migrants.
Headquartered in the beautiful Inner Harbor of downtown Baltimore we provide services nationwide through a network of staff and... affiliates. Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision available the first day of employment, professional development, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays PLUS the week between Christmas and New Year's Day, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave, company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 4% match, Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and an annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment!
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is a champion for all uprooted people. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.
Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Associate Director for Foster Care will oversee a foster care portfolio for LIRS which includes, managing staff and affiliates/partners, and adhering to federal regulations and best practices.
DUTIES
• Lead staff in meeting the objectives of our federal obligations and LIRS standards, in accordance with external and internal agreements, in a manner that respects and encourages their individual gifts and skills and educates them regarding the tasks and skills required to meet objectives.
• Oversee the foster parent recruitment and retention efforts of the local partner network to ensure available capacity that meets the unique needs of the children.
• Actively work to develop a team atmosphere within the unit and establish a supportive and productive work environment.
• Ensure that excellent technical support and training are provided to the local partner network.
• Develop consistent, effective, and efficient practices regarding program service delivery and support to the partners who are implementing programs.
• Ensure work plan development, adherence to internal operating policy and procedures, and compliance with federal obligations
• Meet with federal partners, program partners and other coalition allies in person or via conference calls to discuss foster care programmatic issues.
• Significantly contribute to and manage numerous funding reports and proposal submissions; review and edit quarterly, annual and monitoring reports for program services.
• Oversee and manage expenditures related to service delivery of foster care activities; analyze and assist in preparing annual budgets.
• Provide support and technical assistance to partners related to issues of service delivery, documentation, reporting, LIRS and Child Welfare best practices, and federal guidelines.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Deputy Director for Children Services to ensure effective communication of major developments, trends, activities and initiatives.
• Supervise staff with its associated administrative tasks - approving time sheets, annual evaluations, etc.
• Ensure that the program is developing and implementing ongoing quality improvement measures to provide specific and measurable program outcomes that meet and exceed both identified internal benchmarks and the requirements of regulating bodies.
• Continually engage partner agencies, through conference calls and site visits, to maintain good working relationships and evaluate partner and community capacity.
• Provide necessary support and back-up for the Deputy Director for Children's Services.
• Engage in ongoing professional development by attending seminars or conferences.
• Participate in agency-wide activities and initiatives including all-staff meetings, working groups or task forces and implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
• Graduate degree in Social Work or other Behavioral Science.
• Combined five years of experience and knowledge of child welfare systems, principles, practices and emerging trends (foster care preferred).
• Five years progressive managerial experience with increasing roles and responsibilities in supervision, program management, implementation and evaluation.
• Experience with refugee and unaccompanied immigrant children.
• Experience in program development, administration and budget oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage collaborative partnerships among various systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact well with all levels of various systems.
• Experience with and commitment to working in a very diverse workforce.
• Experienced in writing proposals, reports and documents for various purposes of mandated reporting.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Ability to foster collaboration and teamwork within LIRS and with partners.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience in inter-agency collaboration, development of new partnerships and creating working groups.
• Cross-cultural/international experience; demonstrable cultural competency skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of legal and political issues related to immigration and child welfare.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Deep commitment to LIRS's core values and ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Licensed or license eligible preferred
• Spanish language ability strongly preferred
• Up to 25% travel Required
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to pass an FBI background check as well as a CA/N check for every state in which they have resided in the last five years.
Special Position Requirements
• Licensed or license eligible preferred
• Spanish language ability strongly preferred
• Up to 25% travel Required
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to pass an FBI background check as well as a CA/N check for every state in which they have resided in the last five years.
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws Show more details...
Since 1939, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) has offered welcome and hope to refugees. LIRS has transformed lives with the support and hard work of people like you, to welcome the most vulnerable to the United States from sea to shining sea.
We help people seeking safety from persecution in their home countries and reunite families torn apart by conflict. We resettle refugees. We protect vulnerable children who arrive alone in the United States. We advocate for compassion and justice for all migrants.
Widely recognized for our expertise in implementing federal programs on behalf of refugees and migrants in the United States, conducts policy advocacy, and advances the protection and rights of vulnerable migrants.
Headquartered in the beautiful Inner Harbor of downtown Baltimore we provide services nationwide through a network of staff and... affiliates. Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision available the first day of employment, professional development, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays PLUS the week between Christmas and New Year's Day, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave, company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 4% match, Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and an annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment!
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is a champion for all uprooted people. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.
Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Associate Director for Foster Care will oversee a foster care portfolio for LIRS which includes, managing staff and affiliates/partners, and adhering to federal regulations and best practices.
DUTIES
• Lead staff in meeting the objectives of our federal obligations and LIRS standards, in accordance with external and internal agreements, in a manner that respects and encourages their individual gifts and skills and educates them regarding the tasks and skills required to meet objectives.
• Oversee the foster parent recruitment and retention efforts of the local partner network to ensure available capacity that meets the unique needs of the children.
• Actively work to develop a team atmosphere within the unit and establish a supportive and productive work environment.
• Ensure that excellent technical support and training are provided to the local partner network.
• Develop consistent, effective, and efficient practices regarding program service delivery and support to the partners who are implementing programs.
• Ensure work plan development, adherence to internal operating policy and procedures, and compliance with federal obligations
• Meet with federal partners, program partners and other coalition allies in person or via conference calls to discuss foster care programmatic issues.
• Significantly contribute to and manage numerous funding reports and proposal submissions; review and edit quarterly, annual and monitoring reports for program services.
• Oversee and manage expenditures related to service delivery of foster care activities; analyze and assist in preparing annual budgets.
• Provide support and technical assistance to partners related to issues of service delivery, documentation, reporting, LIRS and Child Welfare best practices, and federal guidelines.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Deputy Director for Children Services to ensure effective communication of major developments, trends, activities and initiatives.
• Supervise staff with its associated administrative tasks - approving time sheets, annual evaluations, etc.
• Ensure that the program is developing and implementing ongoing quality improvement measures to provide specific and measurable program outcomes that meet and exceed both identified internal benchmarks and the requirements of regulating bodies.
• Continually engage partner agencies, through conference calls and site visits, to maintain good working relationships and evaluate partner and community capacity.
• Provide necessary support and back-up for the Deputy Director for Children's Services.
• Engage in ongoing professional development by attending seminars or conferences.
• Participate in agency-wide activities and initiatives including all-staff meetings, working groups or task forces and implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
• Graduate degree in Social Work or other Behavioral Science.
• Combined five years of experience and knowledge of child welfare systems, principles, practices and emerging trends (foster care preferred).
• Five years progressive managerial experience with increasing roles and responsibilities in supervision, program management, implementation and evaluation.
• Experience with refugee and unaccompanied immigrant children.
• Experience in program development, administration and budget oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage collaborative partnerships among various systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact well with all levels of various systems.
• Experience with and commitment to working in a very diverse workforce.
• Experienced in writing proposals, reports and documents for various purposes of mandated reporting.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Ability to foster collaboration and teamwork within LIRS and with partners.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience in inter-agency collaboration, development of new partnerships and creating working groups.
• Cross-cultural/international experience; demonstrable cultural competency skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of legal and political issues related to immigration and child welfare.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Deep commitment to LIRS's core values and ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Licensed or license eligible preferred
• Spanish language ability strongly preferred
• Up to 25% travel Required
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to pass an FBI background check as well as a CA/N check for every state in which they have resided in the last five years.
Special Position Requirements
• Licensed or license eligible preferred
• Spanish language ability strongly preferred
• Up to 25% travel Required
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to pass an FBI background check as well as a CA/N check for every state in which they have resided in the last five years.
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws Show more details...
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schedule_type: Full-time
Do you want a meaningful career advocating for Hope, Homes & Healing for children in foster care?
4KIDS is looking for a Foster Care Support & Licesning Specialist to identify and carry out support services for our foster families and the children placed in their homes...
Job Specifications:
• Coordinate with DCF/ChildNet placement to arrange for daycare, placement in school, medical appointments, etc.
• Complete and maintain necessary and appropriate
Do you want a meaningful career advocating for Hope, Homes & Healing for children in foster care?
4KIDS is looking for a Foster Care Support & Licesning Specialist to identify and carry out support services for our foster families and the children placed in their homes...
Job Specifications:
• Coordinate with DCF/ChildNet placement to arrange for daycare, placement in school, medical appointments, etc.
• Complete and maintain necessary and appropriate paperwork for all case files, quarterly reports, court reports
• Notify case worker of paperwork needed for Client Resource Records (CRR)
• Secure and advocate for the acquisition of services and resources necessary to implement service plan
• Conduct home visits, every 90 days, with each licensed foster family
• When necessary, attend court with foster parents and advocate with Guardian Ad Litem on behalf of children placed in 4KIDS foster homes
• Maintain constant and consistent contact with foster families on caseload
• Work closely with DCF and ChildNet to assist in advocating for necessary services for children and maintaining professional inclusion for foster parent
• As necessary, attend all required in-service training, provider meetings, and staff meetings
• Provide orientation and training of foster parents, as needed
• Coordinate and participate in foster parent support activities, such as monthly support groups and quarterly foster family special events
• Attend community meetings to represent the agency and advocate for foster parents, as needed
• Assist, support, and maintain open lines of communication with foster families throughout the CARE and licensing process
• Be aware of changes in legislation and/or other requirements concerning licensing of foster families
• Perform initial licensing of families as needed
• Re-license the foster homes that are on their caseload within established timelines.
Job Requirements:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social work or related area of study or a master’s degree in social work or a related area of study
• Must demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs: Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Problem Solving Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer service skills
• A minimum of one year experience working with children with emotional disturbances and/or at-risk children; DCF experience preferred in Protective Supervision and/or Foster Care
• Completion and/or maintenance of Child Welfare certification, including maintaining other current certifications as determined by the program
• Must have reliable transportation that can be used for work purposes
• Must have and maintain a valid Florida driver's license
• Must successfully complete initial drug screening
• Must successfully complete annual background screenings
Why work at 4KIDS?
• certified Best Christian Workplace for 6 years in a row
• excellent benefits including vacation benefits
• great staff culture
• amazing workplace environment
• fulfilling career providing Hope, Homes & Healing for children in crisis Show more details...
4KIDS is looking for a Foster Care Support & Licesning Specialist to identify and carry out support services for our foster families and the children placed in their homes...
Job Specifications:
• Coordinate with DCF/ChildNet placement to arrange for daycare, placement in school, medical appointments, etc.
• Complete and maintain necessary and appropriate paperwork for all case files, quarterly reports, court reports
• Notify case worker of paperwork needed for Client Resource Records (CRR)
• Secure and advocate for the acquisition of services and resources necessary to implement service plan
• Conduct home visits, every 90 days, with each licensed foster family
• When necessary, attend court with foster parents and advocate with Guardian Ad Litem on behalf of children placed in 4KIDS foster homes
• Maintain constant and consistent contact with foster families on caseload
• Work closely with DCF and ChildNet to assist in advocating for necessary services for children and maintaining professional inclusion for foster parent
• As necessary, attend all required in-service training, provider meetings, and staff meetings
• Provide orientation and training of foster parents, as needed
• Coordinate and participate in foster parent support activities, such as monthly support groups and quarterly foster family special events
• Attend community meetings to represent the agency and advocate for foster parents, as needed
• Assist, support, and maintain open lines of communication with foster families throughout the CARE and licensing process
• Be aware of changes in legislation and/or other requirements concerning licensing of foster families
• Perform initial licensing of families as needed
• Re-license the foster homes that are on their caseload within established timelines.
Job Requirements:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social work or related area of study or a master’s degree in social work or a related area of study
• Must demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs: Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Problem Solving Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer service skills
• A minimum of one year experience working with children with emotional disturbances and/or at-risk children; DCF experience preferred in Protective Supervision and/or Foster Care
• Completion and/or maintenance of Child Welfare certification, including maintaining other current certifications as determined by the program
• Must have reliable transportation that can be used for work purposes
• Must have and maintain a valid Florida driver's license
• Must successfully complete initial drug screening
• Must successfully complete annual background screenings
Why work at 4KIDS?
• certified Best Christian Workplace for 6 years in a row
• excellent benefits including vacation benefits
• great staff culture
• amazing workplace environment
• fulfilling career providing Hope, Homes & Healing for children in crisis Show more details...
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