Direct Support Team Coordinator

Overview

Child & Family Support Services is accepting applications for a Direct Support Team Coordinator for the Children's Program in Maricopa County, AZ.

The Direct Support Team Coordinator is the perfect position for a determined social worker or behavioral health professional looking for an exciting and rewarding career opportunity supervising teams supporting young people to overcome challenges and recognize their potential.

This role is a unique blend of program leadership and clinical work, allowing for those who prefer to remain anchored in working with families to also expand their leadership abilities. The emphasis of this role is to serve a small caseload in order to prioritize intensive work delivered through creative designs established by the Program Supervisor in collaboration with their teammates, children and the families they serve. This role is designed to minimize the usual routines of case workers and maximize the opportunity to work with families in a uniquely focused way. If you are looking for a job where you can truly make a difference each day by helping a young person maintain in the community and recognize their potential, consider working as a Direct Support Team Coordinator

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for providing assessment and creating unique interventions to support young people who deserve an opportunity to experience a sense of normalcy and community life. 
• The applicant must demonstrate an ability to relate to and build positive connections with children and adults, be comfortable working in a strength-based and family-centered way and be able to work effectively within a team environment. Program Supervisors must demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate with families, Child and Family Teams members (stakeholders, therapists, case managers, etc.) and agency management. 
• Other key functions of this position include: facilitating team meetings, performing family intakes and writing assessments/support plans, measuring progress and outcomes of services provided, promoting employee development and evaluating performance. 
• Flexibility in scheduling, willingness to drive to different cities within Maricopa County, and work within the homes/communities of the families we work with is required.
• This position will also participate in an on-call rotation

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Minimum of five (5) years related work experience or Related Bachelor's degree
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Reliable transportation is required, including proof of insurance and an acceptable driving record.Candidates are required to submit a negative substance abuse test and be able to obtain fingerprint and criminal history background clearance. CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention are required trainings that are provided by the agency.
• Supervisors are required to submit a negative substance abuse test and be able to obtain fingerprint and criminal history background clearance. CPR, First Aid, and other required trainings that are provided by the agency. Acceptable driving record, reliable transportation and proof of insurance is also required.

Compensation: DOE

Bilingual (Spanish) a plus!

We offer a full benefits package to all full-time employees, including:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k contribution match
• Paid time off and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Cell phone stipend
• Mileage reimbursement

Child & Family Support Services was founded in 2003 with the idea that the best environment for children and young adults is with their families and in their own communities. We have committed ourselves to developing in-home and community support that is unique and individualized. Youth support refers to support services such as mentoring, role-modeling, behavior coaching, living skills training, personal care, and family support tailored to the strengths and needs of the families we serve. We specialize in partnering with families to build effective relationships and to inspire hope for a positive future.

Please visit www.cfss.com for more information.

Job Type: Full-time