Job Type Full-timeDescriptionPURPOSE/FUNCTION OF THE PROGRAM:The Functional Family Therapy - Foster Care (FFT-FC) Program is a relationally focused and trauma-informed treatment model for youth in the Foster Care System that increases the likelihood of successful positive adjustment and permanency placement. It provides a comprehensive and systematic approach to help youth and families overcome individual and relational trauma to promote stable foster care and long-term permanency placements. POSITION SUMMARY:The Family Development Coordinator will be trained in the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model and ensure all aspects of the TFC Program is consistent with DCF contract expectations regarding resource family recruitment and retention. This position will be responsible for the coordination and oversight of resource family approval, training, and retention. The Coordinator will provide frequent and ongoing feedback to the Recruiters. The Coordinator will be responsible for attaining the targeted number of approved families and responsible for the collection and dissemination of recruitment, retention, and placement data in accordance with state procedures. Maintaining a collaborative partnership with the Department of Children and Families and other community partners is integral to this role.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides supervision to staff members, including orientation, evaluation, and support/monitoring of staff development.
- Works as a team member with other clinical and administrative staff to respond to programmatic needs, including the implementation of agency policies, procedures, and initiatives.
- Partners with supervisor to identify and develop plans for professional growth.
- Oversees implementation and facilitation of agency recruitment plan, resource parent approval & re- approval process, and pre and post training.
- Complete resource family assessment and readiness for placement.
- Assist in the matching and placement process.
- Oversees child specific recruitment plans and reports data accordingly to DCF.
- Ensures all data requirements are completed in accordance with state and model standards.
- Ensure adherence to program policies and procedures in accordance with contract, licensing, and accreditation standards including PQI measures.
- Collaborate with program staff in the resolution of regulatory compliance issues to maintain placement continuity.
- Reviews and signs off on all resource family approval and reapprovals.
- Acquiring and maintaining the needed skills required in program's evidenced based model for foster parent training.
- Complete model specific training in alignment with job outlined by FFT partners and DCF.
- Oversee scheduling and communication around foster parent support group.
- Participate in training consultation with model developers.
- Participates in quality assurance processes for the FFT program.
- Any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor to ensure the success of the program, youth, and families.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
- At least three years of experience working with children and families required.
- Experience in the following content areas preferred: family systems theory, cognitive-behavioral therapy, adverse childhood experiences, trauma, child development, substance use disorders, and intimate partner violence.
- Cultural competency to serve a diverse population.
- Must have access to reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Knowledge of Connecticut Child Welfare/ Foster Care System
- Master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or equivalent
- Bi-lingual (Spanish)
- Knowledge of COA standards
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for direct supervision of Recruiters.
- Provides weekly supervision.
- Reviews and approves requests for time off for program staff based on overall coverage of program needs.
- Ensures completion of performance appraisal for evaluation process.
- Participates in the hiring or termination of employees.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to climb several flights of stairs
- Must be able to work with clients in a variety of settings
- Must be able to life 35lbs
WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:
- Must be willing to drive to off-campus sites for recruitment events and collaborative meetings.
- Maintain flexible work schedule to meet the needs of families, clients, and staff.
- Must be able to work occasional evenings & weekends.