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
Urban Resource Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws
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.
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