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Boys Town

Location: PortsmouthRI 02871 Document ID: AA202-4GFA Posted on: 2016-05-1805/18/2016 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
Minimum Education: Bachelors2016-06-17
 

Bilingual Supervisor In-Home Family Services

Bilingual (English/Spanish) Supervisor In-Home Family Services

OVERVIEW OF BOYSTOWN
Are you passionate about shaping the future of America’s Youth?
Boys Town Rhode Island is changing the way America cares for children, families and communities by providing and promoting an Integrated Continuum of Care that instills Boys Town values to strengthen body, mind and spirit.
Our mission is centered on creating an environment for children that includes trust, discipline, emotional support and respect.  We believe that all children and youth have the potential to become bright, productive, adjusted, loving people.
Boys Town is nationally recognized for its research-proven child, health and family care programs.  As one of the country’s largest nonprofit funded child-care organizations, Boys Town touches the lives of more than 2 million children and families nationwide each year.  Join our Town today and help us shape the future of America!  

OVERVIEW OF JOB
The Supervisor of In-Home Family Services provides in-home intervention to children and their families utilizing a skill based, solution focused model to help families adopt positive solutions to problems through the teaching of skills and behavioral techniques accessing community resources and support. You will assist in accepting and screening referrals to the program. Ensure appropriate level of direct contact with families per program requirements, and remains available to staff and families 24/7, for crisis intervention as needed. Provide and document on-going and regular supervision to Consultants. Assist in screening, hiring, and directing program staff; provide training for staff; and provide observation and direction to Consultants while in the field.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, OR SKILLS

•    Bachelor's degree Social Work, Human Services, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
•    2 to 3 years of experience including working with children and families; Intermediate level management and supervisory experience is preferred; experience working with children and families in community-based programs or Boys Town Programs preferred.
•    Must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record, plus the ability to provide own transportation (mileage reimbursed) to complete travel requirements of the job. Must meet auto insurance requirements established by Boys Town policy and/or State and Local laws.
•    This position is on-call (continuously or rotationally) to provide support.
•    Bilingual in English/Spanish required
•    Solid understanding of the philosophy and function of public assistance and social services systems. Knowledge of recognized interventions such as risk assessment and crisis intervention in order to address identified service needs.
•    Knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to youth care and the ability to learn, apply, and explain complex regulations and policies governing child welfare processes and services.
•    Ability to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with youth, staff, and support agencies.
•    Knowledge of community resources and service providers available in the geographical area; knowledge of the functions and services of the community organizations and related human services.
•    Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and with external business contacts in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality.
•    Computer skills in Microsoft Office.
•    Ability to successfully lead a team of associates and to supervise family intervention services, be knowledgeable of, and comply with, statutes and policies which affect target population.
•    Strong knowledge of Boys Town model.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required.  Please contact us at 1-877-639-6003 if you need an accommodation to complete the application process.

Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program.

 

     
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