Supervisor, Foster Care Treatment

The Guidance Center•Lincoln Park, MI

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About The Position

As a recognized leader in our field, The Guidance Center provides a broad range of services that have helped children, adults and families unlock potential and build better lives since 1958. With 25 programs we offer treatment, prevention, growth and education services to more than 18,000 people annually. The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a welcoming place for everyone. We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity of Supervisor in our Treatment Foster Care Oregon (TFCO) Program. The Supervisor will be responsible for the administrative and clinical functioning of TFCO Services, which includes all the functions necessary for the delivery of services to the institutions and client populations of the community served by this array of programs. Typical working hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., although evenings and weekends may also be required based on program needs.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Professional Counseling.
Licensed by the State of Michigan as an LMSW, LLP, or LPC.
At least three years experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and at least one year in a supervisory capacity.
Must have exemplary clinical skills, including detailed knowledge of the DSM, the ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems, the ability to remain calm in crisis situations, and a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individual families.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a favorable driving record.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical supervision to staff.
Review and organize all treatment records and reports pertaining to the treatment and the rendering of services to children.
Develop therapeutic relationship with children, therapeutic foster families and biological families.
Assess need for routine and emergency mental health services and monitor delivery.
Make daily decisions regarding treatment needs for the children and families throughout their involvement with the TFCO model.
Assess and make decisions regarding placement and transitions back into the community.
Provide and/or coordinate emergency assessments to clients in crisis when necessary.
Provide on-call after hours crisis intervention when necessary.
Manage and supervise staff and program.
Monitor and report program outcomes, fidelity and effectiveness.
Assume responsibility for reports required by the agency or funding sources.
Any and all other duties as required or assigned.