Since 1946, we’ve been providing compassionate treatment to support the behavioral, physical and emotional health of children and families, where the needs of each child are individually assessed and dynamic treatment plans are specifically designed to properly transition them from disruptive to permanent, stable environments. Our services include community-based services, residential treatment, and treatment foster care programs throughout our locations in central and northeast Ohio and West Virginia.
Working At The Village Network
The Village Network prides itself on a Culture of Care: Come be a part of the mission and a member of a team that has a passion for what they do and the people they serve.
Excellent safety record and training program. The Village Network utilizes Collaborative Problem Solving along with The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics to addresses the individual needs of youth and their families.
Tuition and Licensure reimbursement offered for employees looking to advanced their knowledge and skills. Get help earning an advanced degree or get the supervision necessary to earn your independent licensure.
Great benefits, competitive salaries, and 232 hours (29 DAYS!) of PTO offered in the first year in addition to 6 paid holidays for fulltime employees with potential for PTO buy back for unused time.
EMPLOYEES MATTER AT TVN!!
TVN paid out a 3.5% annual salary bonus and over 80 hours of PTO buyback ($1.1 million BACK to employees) this fiscal year and has a 11-year history of providing annual bonus and PTO buybacks!
TVN offers a generous retirement contribution and contributed nearly $1.5 million into employee 403(b) accounts this fiscal year!
Advancement Opportunities: The village network is a growing organization and we aim to promote from within.
Summary, Job Description, And Qualifications
Job Title: Family Engagement Supervisor - FCCS MCE
Reports To: Program Director
Direct Reports: Family Engagement Coordinator
Summary
Applying the principles of Systems of Care, the FCCS Family Engagement Supervisor is responsible for coordinating, developing, overseeing, and providing clinical and administrative guidance to a team of Family Engagement Coordinators who perform child welfare casework including all out of home placements of children; provide general casework services to children and their families; protective services and case management to abused, neglected, dependent, unruly and/or delinquent children; provide support and direction to families; and coordinate with the court system and other community agencies for treatment. This will be done in a professional manner, valuing every child, honoring families, and valuing partnerships and, in alignment with The Village Network’s Mission, Vision and Core Values.
Essential Tasks, Duties, And Responsibilities
Supervise staff, including advising staff on policies and procedures for child welfare casework practices to include assessing service needs, providing case direction, instructing, and training staff.
Complete employee performance evaluations and personnel documents; provides verbal and written direct to staff regarding performance expectations and plans.
Work with staff to enhance professional development and provide candid feedback.
Participate in various family/professional meetings to optimize family outcomes.
Participate in the recruitment, interviewing and training of new Family Engagement Coordinators.
Review and approve staff tools, assessments, and other documentation; assign and close cases served by the team; schedule deadlines and meetings for various casework responsibilities.
Evaluate referrals for services and processes, approval for home studies and, services provided by other agencies.
Routinely reviews and utilizes pertinent agency reports to ensure optimum service delivery and staff performance.
Perform crisis intervention/counseling; resolve complaints when necessary; provide direct and indirect services in the absence of a Family Engagement Coordinator, including providing testimony at court and/or family home visits. Work alongside families to move case toward permanency.
Assist and actively participate in management, planning and committee meetings; attend meetings with supervisor and other supervisors to discuss information and/or personal development; assist peers as needed; participate in agency planning; attend staff development to remain current in philosophy, policies and procedures of casework and management practice.
Conduct team meetings to build cohesiveness; review instructional materials and share information on new procedures and methods of treatment; present relevant topics that support the continuous development and education of staff’s core knowledge while considering best practice in child welfare.
Ensure achievement of monthly and yearly goals for staff and program.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Master’s degree in social work or related area and at least 3 years’ child welfare/social work experience or bachelor’s degree in social work or related area with at least 4 years’ child welfare/social work experience. Must have relevant supervisory and administrative skills.
Have a background and experience in one or more of the following areas of expertise: family systems, community systems and resources, case management, child and family counseling or therapy, child protection, or child development.
Be culturally competent or responsive with training and experience necessary to manage complex cases.
Have the qualifications and experience needed to work with children and families who are experiencing SED, trauma, co-occurring behavioral health disorders and who are engaged with one or more child-serving systems (e.g., child welfare, juvenile justice, education).
Ability to use a computer; proficiency in Word and Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Valid Ohio Driver’s License and maintains a driving record that allows that individual to be insurable with the insurance company providing The Village Network with vehicle insurance.
Willingness to travel for various reasons, mainly during the day but occasionally overnight. Ability to visit clients’ homes (may or may not be handicapped accessible).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong teamwork and organization/time management skills.
Physical Demands
Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine, computer printer, etc.
Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
Ability to handle bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, reaching, and walking for periods of time.
Must be able to lift 20 pounds independently
Check out our website to learn more about The Village Network https://thevillagenetwork.org/ and visit the Careers page to explore additional opportunities and check out our benefits brochure.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Mental Health Care
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