Foster Care Supervisor - Benton Harbor, United States - Catholic Charities West Michigan

Catholic Charities West Michigan

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Benton Harbor, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Position Summary:
Responsible for the day to day functioning of direct child welfare (foster care, adoption and/or licensing) workers. Provide clinical supervision and performance support.

Flexible work schedule after an initial training period that includes working in the office and out of the office.

Annual Salary Range:
$39, $47,528.00

Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?

If you've got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we've got the right opportunity for you.

About Catholic Charities West Michigan

Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a communitybased agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.

- _ CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness._

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides direct clinical supervision to direct staff weekly
Reviews reports for grammar as well as content in compliance with rules and policies
Attends court hearings and testify in court as needed
Facilitates team meetings to deliver essential information to staff
Assists with transporting clients as needed
Coordinates service and advocate for services for families with Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Court
Compiles data to report on contractual requirements at least quarterly
Drives for Agency business
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel
Ability to successfully manage conflict between clients as well as staff
Ability to read and interpret policy and procedures
Ability to problem solve and prioritize many time sensitive tasks
Ability to support and promote a positive work place culture
Must be able to meet requirements of all contracts, licensing regulations and State/Federal oversight

Recommended Employment Qualifications:

Education:_
A Bachelor Degree through an accredited college/university and three years of experience in a child welfare agency, a child caring institution or in an agency performing a child welfare function is required.
A Master Degree through an accredited college/university and three years of experience in a child welfare agency, a child caring institution or in an agency performing a child welfare function is preferred.
Experience:_
Three years of experience in a child welfare agency, a child caring institution or in an agency performing a child welfare function is required with a Bachelor degree
Three years of experience in a child welfare agency, a child caring institution or in an agency performing a child welfare function is preferred with a Master degree
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:_
CWTI Training is preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities:_

This position does have supervisory responsibilities.

Our Mission_

In the spirit of our Catholic tradition, we lead our diverse communities with hope and compassion by offering innovative, collaborative programs.

Through our team of highly trained employees, dedicated volunteers and generous community, we deliver the highest quality social services.

Our Vision_

Following in the footsteps of Christ, we are the leaders in empowering people to achieve their God given potential by providing help and creating hope.