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Recognized as one of the largest human services nonprofits in New England and one of the top 100 women-led businesses in Massachusetts, we envision vibrant communities where all individuals have access to resources to support one another to overcome challenges and seize opportunities.\nSummary:\nThe Program Coordinator provides support in coordinating day-to-day operations focusing on organizational aspects such as quality control, regulatory reporting and program development. She/he provides general programmatic and personnel management, including clinical oversight if supervising staff in the service division. The Program Coordinator provides leadership and program supervision in order to assure the highest quality of services delivery and positive clientfamilyfoster care and programmatic outcome is in accordance with regulatory requirements, best practice and program strategic plans.\nThe Program Coordinator serves as a role model for the team by displaying a positive and cooperative attitude, and supporting the mission of the program and agency at all times and through the direct work done with families and the community.\nResponsibilities may include but are not limited to; coordinating intake, overall support and coordination of the levels of care youth are accessing (ensuring lowest level of care/least restrictive environment is accessed and preserved), supporting staff to meet their job requirements, coordination and support of relevant family members and kin.\nSalary-$54,451-$60,227\nClinical\nAssure that the program delivers services that meet performance measures such as identifying appropriate families and services for children and maintaining contractual obligations of foster care\nDemonstrate a Trauma Informed, human centered and strength-based philosophy, by treating all clients, families and collaterals in a non-judgmental and respectful manner while building upon their strengths and experiences\nDevelop and maintain expertise in addressing the dynamics involved in placing children in various levels of care and ensuring least restrictive environment\nConsistently demonstrate discretion and independent judgment with regard to assessing and making decisions around the best interest for children and families\nAssure that required documentation is complete and professional, that it is done in a timely manner and meets contractual guidelines\nSupport and supervise staff on a weekly basis around service planning, licensing foster homes, contractual documentation, client issues and provide administrative back up as needed for the program.\nFacilitate any needed training for staff,\nParticipate in relevant and required trainings as needed\nMaintain program structureteam environment, assure staff satisfaction and positive team atmosphere while supporting individual growth within the structure.\nProvide crisis intervention and on call responsibilities in a calm and professional manner while insuring the safety of the individual involved\nInform Program Manager of any incidents or concerns while utilizing Professional judgement\nLead team while insuring the highest quality of services for both clients families, foster families, kin and community members\nProvide creative problem solving alternatives in difficult and crisis oriented situations\nMaintain open and clear communication with all staff and clientsfamilies\nFunction consistently with all agency policies including confidentiality and client rights and responsibilities\nAssist with PQI efforts and implementation of outcome measures which assess programmatic impact on client’s lives\nDepending on program needs, MA and NH level coordinators may support a smaller caseload to include direct therapeutic services to foster parents and clients in the community as needed including individual counseling; group work and family therapy and training of foster parents as needed \nDepending on program needs, coordinates community efforts to promote the programs and facilitate community meetings, making presentations in congregations and community forums to support foster care awareness and recruitment.\nProvide flexible scheduling that includes rotating on-call responsibilities for night and weekends as well as 24 hour crisis response\nSupport the development of strategic plans to include goals about recruitment, retention and program growth as needed.\nAdministrative\nAssure that program meets all licensing, certifications, contract and regulatory standards, including certification and licensing requirements are met; including corrective action as needed for foster families.\nActive involvement in the everyday operations of the program\nParticipate in hiring, supervising and disciplining employees as assigned as well as responsible for the completion of performance evaluations for those that he or she supervises\nUtilize supervision effectively to address any concerns and provide proactive interventions to improve team\nDevelop and participate in team building with the Program Manager and Director\nMaintain a positive program presence in the community by participation in promotional events at churches and community forums\nMaintain cooperative relationship with stakeholders and the affiliates, providing documentation and communication in a timely manner\nMaintain a positive program presence with all collaterals including MORI, LIRS, DCF, DEEC, and DCYF placement providers, schools, mental health clinics, health clinics and any other collateral important to the success of clients.\nAbility to work within the Mission of the organization,\nOther duties assigned.\nQualifications:\nMA: Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field PREFERRED; minimum of Bachelors in Social Work or related field with 5 years of experience in child/family settings.Ability to obtain required. ASWB licensure according to education and experience level (LICSW LCSW, LSW or LSWA)\n\nDemonstrated ability to be a leader.\nKnowledge of DCF{MA}, DEEC {MA}, ORR \nOpen attitude and ability to manage crisis situations\nAbility to supervise staff\nExperience leading groups\nAbility to represent the program to the community, to contracting agencies and to collaterals\nExcellent verbal and communication skills including ability to write staff performance evaluations and to supervise staff in writing strength-based and measurable treatment plans\nAbility to work independently\nAbility to be certified in First Aid and CPR\nValid driver’s license with positive driving record and ability to travel to meetings as needed with own car\nComputer skills including word, excel and e-mail competency\nTrainings Required:\nKnowledge of and adherence to ORRDCFDCYF and EEC requirements, and best practices.\nComplete ongoing post hire service training as required by state\nFoster Parent Pre-Service Training as needed - Electronic data systems\nMaintain mandatory training certifications and e-Learning certificates as needed.\nPhysical/Mental Demands:\nAbility to lift up to 50 pounds.\nAbility to sit and move about the office.\nAbility to use the telephone and computer.\nMental Demands\nCalm under pressure. Able to handle stressful situations with diplomacy and tact.\nAbility to adapt to constantly changing environment in a positive way.\nHere’s why you should join us:\nWe prioritize our employees' wellbeing with a comprehensive benefits package, for those who qualify, and a supportive workplace culture where all are encouraged and empowered to drive change, make a difference, and enjoy life outside of work.\nAscentria offers the following employee benefits:\nHigh quality/affordable health, dental, and vision insurance to support your overall wellness\nFlexible Spending Account to help manage eligible expenses\nA 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match \nA full-service Employee Assistance Program with many free and accessible services and supports\nGenerous tuition reimbursement to invest in your professional growth and development\nPaid time off which increases as your tenure grows and holidays for work-life balance\nA workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, where all voices are heard and respected \nWhen you join Ascentria, you’re not just taking on a job-you’re stepping into a role that empowers you to grow personally and professionally while contributing to a meaningful mission.\nTransform lives and communities with Ascentria Care Alliance. 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