Description

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the shelter’s children’s services, including infant care, after-school programming, and support groups.

• Responsible for the supervision of the children’s services staff, including Child Care Workers, Recreation Specialists, and Interns.

• Design and implement appropriate curriculum for childcare and recreation programs to ensure that education and supportive services are provided in a structured environment.

• Oversee children’s assessments for early education, mental health counseling, medical services, and homework assistance.

• Attend case conferences to provide input regarding children’s functioning and adjustment to shelter.

• Provide support to parents in line with best practices in child development.

• Develop recreational activities for the childcare and recreation programs, including on-site therapeutic arts and crafts, and field trips to parks, museums, zoos and other educational experiences.

• Develop a network of appropriate resources, including community based organizations and social services providers.

• Coordinate with external supportive services, including the Department of Education and early education programs.

• Manage the ordering and inventory of supplies, equipment and other materials for the childcare and recreation programs.

• Monitor resident records for compliance and best practices, including regular review of progress notes and service plans.

• Coordinate staff training, and other opportunities for the professional development of staff.

• Assist with reports and program evaluation.

• Address client complaints and conduct investigations.

• Increase the awareness of the organization’s DV services by engaging in activities such as, but not limited to, presenting at conferences and/or other speaking engagements.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Social Work Supervisor and Program Director.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Bachelor’s Degree in Childhood Development, Social Services, Human Services or related field.

• Master’s Degree preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years of experience working with children.

• Three (3) years of experience supervising staff.

• Experience working with domestic violence victims.

• Must be knowledgeable of, and sensitive to, concerns of child development, domestic violence and child abuse.

• Must be computer-literate and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

• Excellent written and verbal skills required.

  Pay Rate: $26.37/hr - $30.21/hr

Qualifications

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better in Human Services

Preferred

• Masters or better

Experience

Required

• 3 years: Three (3) years of experience supervising staff.

• 5 years: Five (5) years of experience working with children.