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Director of Interagency Family Preservation Services (IFPS)

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Washington, DC, USA
Full-time

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charity organizations in the country. The Y has a long history of leading the way in youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

This position is responsible for providing administrative direction, implementation, supervision and quality assurance for the IFPS Program staff for the prevention of out of home placement. IFPS services include care coordination, clinical services, and linage to community resources. Serve as a liaison between YMCA-Youth and Family Services Branch, county contract monitor, referral sources, and providers. Coordinate the data collection systems and all requirements for contract compliance.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • The essential duties and responsibilities of the position entail overseeing all aspects of the Interagency Family Preservation Service (IFPS) program, including supervising direct service Case Workers and providing clinical and administrative oversight.  
  • The director will provide expertise on the provision of appropriate in-home clinical services to families, especially related to mental health and case management, with the goal of preserving the family unit and increasing family self-sufficiency. 
  • The director will ensure program fidelity to wraparound and IFPS models. 
  • The Director will manage and provide oversight of client records, databases, statistical outcomes, contracts, and agency compliance with required regulations.
  • The director will oversee quality assurance and ensure that documentation is completed in a timely manner as well as generate required reports, narratives, and outcome evaluations.  Moreover, the director will monitor, approve, and process expenses to meet the budget. 
  • The director will maintain good relationships with referral sources, conduct outreach throughout Montgomery County, and consult with outside providers when necessary.  
  • The Director will be available 24/7 to provide support to all Case Worker. 
Educational Background: 
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work
Skills/Experience: 
  • Clinical license must be in good standing with the respective licensing board and must have completed required CEUs and training appropriate to the practice of clinical supervision, licensed as a LCSW-C in the State of Maryland, with two years’ post-licensure experience required, Maryland board-approved Social Work Supervisor preferred, Must be able to pass Certified Child Welfare Academy’s Pre-Service Competency training (completed at the start of employment),
  • Must work toward achieving YMCA of the USA Leadership Competency Certification:
  • Multi-Team LeaderCPR/First aid/OSHA certifications (may complete during employment)
  • Five to seven years experience working in community mental health settings serving children and families highly preferred.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $75,000.00

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 15 2018
Active Until: 
May 15 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit