JOB TITLE:  Assistant Program Director

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY:  Responsible to the Program Director

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

 The Assistant Program Director provides support to the Program Director in managing the Unaccompanied Children’s (UC) program. The Assistant provides input, feedback and assistance as requested. May exercise the authority of the Program Director as delegated. Manages the day-to-day operation of the UC Shelter Program.

DUTIES:

E = Essential function, M = Marginal function

1. Provides support to the Program Director. May exercise authority of Program Director in his/her/their absence. (E)

2. Serves as secondary liaison to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). (E)

3. Develops and implements internal quality assurance measures. (E)

4. Provides regular and timely reports/data to ORR and other entities as required regarding operations and services. (E)

5. Participates in management team meetings. (E)

6. Remains available to respond to crisis situations 24/7. (M)

7. May review surveillance recordings of all incidents that meet criteria for such review and documents findings. (M)

8. Coordinates response to potential risks to the program. (E)

9. Participates in hiring and disciplinary actions pertaining to key program employees. (E)

10. Supervises subordinate staff to include scheduling, assigning duties, evaluating the work performed, approving/denying requests for leave, making recommendations that carry significant weight to the Program Director for progressive discipline and termination, and making recommendations to the Program Director regarding pay. Provides positive motivation to staff and guides them in the successful execution of their duties. Mentors staff and leads by example. (E)

a. Directly supervises the Lead Clinician, the Lead Case Manager, the Learning Coordinator, the Quality Assurance Program Evaluator, the UC Residential Supervisors, Food Service Manager and the Travel Coordinator.

b. Supervises other staff as directed by the Program Director.

11. Accepts additional duties as assigned. (M)

QUALIFICATIONS:  

REQUIRED: A Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, sociology or other relevant behavioral science plus five years of progressive employment experience with a social services or childcare agency or organization. Pass a KBI, CANIS and any other required background checks. A good driving record in order to be insured by The Villages’ insurance company. 

PREFERRED: Bilingual (Spanish/English) language competency in both spoken and written forms.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Additional duties may be added or changes may be made at the discretion of the Program Director.  These duties may be assigned orally. 

JOB TITLE:  Lead Clinician LTFC 

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY:  Responsible to the Program Director

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

 Generally, the Lead Clinician is responsible for the supervision and administration of clinical services provided to Unaccompanied Children (UCs).

DUTIES:

E = essential function, M = marginal function

1. Coordinates all clinical services. (E)

2. Oversees training of clinicians. (E) 

3. Serves as back-up for staff clinicians and may fill in for them as needed. (M)

4. Maintains a clinical case load of 10. (E)

5. Participates in management team meetings. (E)

6. Supervises subordinate staff to include scheduling, assigning duties, evaluating the work performed, approving/denying requests for leave, making recommendations that carry significant weight to the Executive Director for progressive discipline and termination, and making recommendations to the Executive Director regarding pay. Provides positive motivation to staff and guides them in the successful execution of their duties. Mentors staff and leads by example. (E)

7. Maintains appropriate, satisfactory and harmonious relationships with the public, fellow employees and youth. (E)

8. Provides line of sight and sound supervision of youth at all times. (E)

9. Accepts additional duties as assigned. (M)

QUALIFICATIONS:  

REQUIRED: Master’s degree in Social Work and two years of post-graduate direct service delivery experience or a Master’s or Ph.D. in Psychology, Sociology or other relevant behavioral science in which clinical experience is a requirement, plus two years of post-graduate direct service delivery experience or a Bachelor’s degree plus five years of clinical employment experience in the behavioral sciences. Must have supervisory experience and be licensed to provide clinical services in Kansas. Pass a KBI and CANIS background check. A good driving record in order to be insured by The Villages’ insurance company.

PREFERRED: Bilingual (Spanish/English) language competency in both spoken and written forms is preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Additional duties may be added or changes may be made at the discretion of the Executive Director.  These duties may be assigned orally. 

JOB TITLE:   Bilingual (Spanish/English) Mental Health Clinician

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

 The Bilingual Mental Health Clinician is responsible for providing specified mental health services to Unaccompanied Children in the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) Shelter program. The Clinician is the care provider staff who supports the mental health, safety and wellbeing of every child in care. The Clinician manages a case load of twelve minors and provides oversight for the child’s mental and emotional health.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

REQUIRED: A Master’s Degree from an accredited clinical program in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or other relevant behavioral science in which direct clinical experience is a program requirement. Clinician must be licensed or eligible for licensure in Kansas. Must pass a KBI and CANIS background check. A good driving record in order to be insured by The Villages’ insurance company.

BONA FIDE OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT (BFOQ): Bilingual (Spanish/English) language competency in both spoken and written forms is required.

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY:  Responsible to the Lead Clinician

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt

DUTIES:

E = essential function, M = marginal function

1. Meets all predetermined deadlines required by Federal partners and program supervisor. (E)

2. Screens for trauma and child abuse including sexual abuse and human trafficking. (E)

3. Screens for risk of harm to self or others and recommends appropriate response. (E)

4. Contributes to individual service plan (ISP) for each minor. (E)

5. Within the scope of incumbent’s credentials:

a. Facilitates individual, group, and/or family counseling services. (E)

b. Provides oversight for minor’s mental and emotional health. (E)

c. Provides crisis intervention as needed. (E)

6. Assesses need for higher level of mental health care and/or ORR placement, including outside referral for psychological evaluations. (E)

7. Coordinates with Case Manager, Case Coordinator, Medical Personnel, and other team members regarding reunification of youth with parent/sponsor. (E)

8. Maintains clinical case file materials according to the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) requirements and Kansas state licensing policies and procedures. (E)

9. Participates in workshops, seminars, education programs that promote professional growth and development. (E)  

10. Maintains appropriate, satisfactory and harmonious relationships with the public, co-workers, other employees and youth. (E)

11. Provides line of sight and sound supervision of youth at all times. (E)

12. Accepts additional duties as assigned. (M)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Additional duties may be added or changes may be made at the discretion of the Executive Director.  These duties may be assigned orally. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Lead Case Manager

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY:  Responsible to the Assistant Program Director

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

The Lead Case Manager is generally responsible for all case management services falling under the scope of the federal Unaccompanied Child (UC) grant. The Lead Case Manager is responsible for coordinating case management services, supervising the case management team to ensure full compliance with ORR policy and procedures

DUTIES:

E = essential function, M = marginal function

1. Coordinates all case management services to include coordination and oversight of each UC’s family reunification and discharge, and follow up services if needed. (E) 

2. Coordinates the safe and timely release services. (E)

3. Participates in management team meetings. (E)

4. Monitors and provides quality assurance for the federal Unaccompanied Child (UC)  portal to make sure significant incident reports, and other reports are completed and submitted in the time frame allowed. (E)

5. Sustains professional relationships and maintains clear and direct communication with various stakeholders as needed.  (E)

6. Facilitates weekly staffing with Case Coordinator. (E)

7. Reviews case files for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Ensures that all services provided to each child are properly documented in each child’s case file. (E)

8. Provides staff training for case managers. (E)

9. Supervises Case managers, to include scheduling, assigning duties, evaluating the work performed, approving/denying requests for leave, making recommendations that carry significant weight to the Executive Director for progressive discipline and termination, and making recommendations to the Executive Director regarding pay. Provides positive motivation to staff and guides them in the successful execution of their duties. Mentors staff and leads by example. (E)

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11. Maintains appropriate, satisfactory and harmonious relationships with the public, co-workers, other employees and youth. (E)

12. Provides line of sight and sound supervision of youth at all times. (E)

13. Accepts additional duties as assigned. (M)]

QUALIFICATIONS:  

REQUIRED: A Master’s degree in the behavioral sciences, human services, or social services fields, or a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of progressive employment experience in the aforementioned fields that demonstrates supervisory and case management experience; or a minimum of a bachelor's degree plus 5 years progressive employment experience in the aforementioned fields that demonstrates supervisory and case management experience. Pass a KBI and CANIS background check. A good driving record in order to be insured by The Villages’ insurance company.

BONA FIDE OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATION (BFOQ): Must be fluent (reading/writing and speaking/hearing) in both English and Spanish.

PREFERRED: Child welfare experience and professional licensure are strongly encouraged.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Additional duties may be added or changes may be made at the discretion of the Executive Director.  These duties may be assigned orally. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Lead Case Manager

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY:  Responsible to the Assistant Program Director

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

The Lead Case Manager is generally responsible for all case management services falling under the scope of the federal Unaccompanied Child (UC) grant. The Lead Case Manager is responsible for coordinating case management services, supervising the case management team to ensure full compliance with ORR policy and procedures

DUTIES:

E = essential function, M = marginal function

1. Coordinates all case management services to include coordination and oversight of each UC’s family reunification and discharge, and follow up services if needed. (E) 

2. Coordinates the safe and timely release services. (E)

3. Participates in management team meetings. (E)

4. Monitors and provides quality assurance for the federal Unaccompanied Child (UC)  portal to make sure significant incident reports, and other reports are completed and submitted in the time frame allowed. (E)

5. Sustains professional relationships and maintains clear and direct communication with various stakeholders as needed.  (E)

6. Facilitates weekly staffing with Case Coordinator. (E)

7. Reviews case files for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Ensures that all services provided to each child are properly documented in each child’s case file. (E)

8. Provides staff training for case managers. (E)

9. Supervises Case managers, to include scheduling, assigning duties, evaluating the work performed, approving/denying requests for leave, making recommendations that carry significant weight to the Executive Director for progressive discipline and termination, and making recommendations to the Executive Director regarding pay. Provides positive motivation to staff and guides them in the successful execution of their duties. Mentors staff and leads by example. (E)

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11. Maintains appropriate, satisfactory and harmonious relationships with the public, co-workers, other employees and youth. (E)

12. Provides line of sight and sound supervision of youth at all times. (E)

13. Accepts additional duties as assigned. (M)]

QUALIFICATIONS:  

REQUIRED: A Master’s degree in the behavioral sciences, human services, or social services fields, or a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of progressive employment experience in the aforementioned fields that demonstrates supervisory and case management experience; or a minimum of a bachelor's degree plus 5 years progressive employment experience in the aforementioned fields that demonstrates supervisory and case management experience. Pass a KBI and CANIS background check. A good driving record in order to be insured by The Villages’ insurance company.

BONA FIDE OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATION (BFOQ): Must be fluent (reading/writing and speaking/hearing) in both English and Spanish.

PREFERRED: Child welfare experience and professional licensure are strongly encouraged.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Additional duties may be added or changes may be made at the discretion of the Executive Director.  These duties may be assigned orally.