Job Description

Overview:

Who is Youth Villages?

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the adoption and implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.

If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.


Responsibilities:

Program Overview

The Extended Foster Care Program provides support to young adults in maintaining eligibility for extended foster care services to assist in an overall successful transition into adulthood. Extended Foster Care services include case management, placement support, teaching life skills, and supporting clients in areas such as housing stability, employment, and education to achieve a successful transition into adulthood.

Position Overview

Extended Foster Care Success Supervisor is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Extended Foster Care Success Coaches. The Extended Foster Care Success Supervisor provides oversight and direction to ensure that coaches are engaging youth in a coach-like way and providing strength-based case management and interventions as needed for their assigned youth and young adults preparing for and participating in the Extended Foster Care Program.


Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:Provides clinical direction to coaches based on the treatment model which includes weekly management of the group supervision process by direct case review, oversees the treatment planning process, case management and case progress. Attends consultation and follows up on recommendations. Actively participates in program meetings with other supervisors/managers. Provides and coordinates quality training to coaches by having the ability to train on the program treatment model and on other suggested trainings. Provides on-the-job training to newly hired specialists. Provides overall staff development. Reviews and approves clinical and organizational documentation in a timely manner (i.e. mileage, timecards etc.) completed by their direct reports for the purpose of quality assurance and performance improvement. Assists in the hiring process of new specialists as needed. Provides support to counselor/specialists to help manage coach duties and responsibilities. Provides case coverage as needed. Effectively engages in and builds customer relationships. Conducts family assessments as needed.

Additional Information

Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage If clinical licensure hours are needed (LPC, LCSW,etc.), this position qualifies for gaining those as you work with young adults.



Qualifications:

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or education is required. Other Bachelor's or Master's degrees may be considered based on relevant experience At least two (2) years' experience in providing and completing trauma-informed assessments and interventions is required At least two (2) years' experience serving transition age youth (ages 14-20) in systems of care (e.g., foster care, juvenile justice, runaway and homeless youth programs) is required Two (2) years of experience developing and leading staff is preferred One (1) year of experience utilizing tracking systems to input data to monitor quality assurance is preferred Excellent communication skills and ability to lead and develop staff Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Basic computer knowledge Ability to maintain a flexible schedule Applicants must have a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance in the coverage amounts of 100/300/100. Acceptable driving record - Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision

401(k)

2 weeks paid vacation

12 paid sick days per year

11 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave

Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
Growth & development through continuous training
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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. Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.