Under the immediate supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, the Case Manager will assist the Clinical and Residential teams in providing care for Maryvale’s residential clients and their families as well as, coordinating services with the Department of Children and Family Services and Juvenile Probation. The Case Manager is also responsible for collaborating with the treatment team in order to provide comprehensive case management services and documentation.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Collaborate with members of the multi-disciplinary treatment team for the delivery of a full spectrum case management services.  Communicate with parents and other approved family members. Encourage and facilitate a family environment in parent education, weekly visits and other Maryvale events.
• Complete all 30-day and Quarterly Needs and Services Plans (NSP) and Discharge Plans for DCFS clients in a timely manner.
• Function as an integral part of Maryvale’s collaborative Intake Team for the purpose of assisting with screening and admitting new clients.
• Function as a Facilitator of the client/family-driven CFT (Child and Family Team) planning process.
• Provide home/community-based case management and after care services, as needed.
• Provide DMH billable Targeted Case Management and Individual Rehabilitation services as appropriate and indicated to an assigned caseload of clients.
• Provide and bill for a minimum of 10 hours (per week) of direct client services.
• Adhere to the 24-hour turnaround requirement for client progress notes.
• May attend Children’s, Probation or criminal court with or on behalf of residential clients.
• Schedule and attend all case conferences for clients weekly.
• Assist in coordination of services of the Chemical Dependency Program.
• Assist in notifying all external stakeholders of intakes, discharges and placement status.
• Act as liaison for research projects within the residential program which includes but is not limited to scheduling, collection of data and client monitoring.
• Facilitate transportation and visitation needs for clients and families being served at Maryvale.
• Attend IEP meetings as needed at various schools in order to promote and support academic progress as indicated.
• Interface with referral agencies such as Department of Children and Family Services, Juvenile Probation, and Department of Mental Health.
• Responsible for attending all required Maryvale weekly and monthly meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the clinical and residential treatment teams.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Must communicate effectively through oral and written skills.
• One-year experience in a mental health setting.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook and 45 w.p.m accuracy.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
• Valid California Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
• The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 

Under the directions of the Nursing Supervisor, the Secretary is responsible coordinating the non-medical aspects of the Health Services office.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.

General Office Duties:

• Answer phones                                                
• Maintain the files                     
  • Make new charts
  • Thin old charts
• Prepare paperwork for appointments.   
• Type forms and correspondence as needed.  
• Maintain constant supply of office and physician forms.                                 
• Order and inventory supplies.
• Prepare Travel packs and discharge packs on new admissions.
• Filing
• Boxing discharge charts and getting them to storage.
• Preparing lab slips.
• Ordering EKGs.

Scheduling:

• Schedule off ground appointments, request transportation and follow-up to make sure transportation is provided.                          
• Send out referrals to specialists and follow up to make sure that appointments get scheduled.
• In conjunction with Nursing Supervisor, prepare type and distribute weekly              
• medical appointment schedules and psychiatric schedules.
• Prepare weekly psych consult forms.
• Pick up and deliver mail from Administration building.
• Communicate to relevant staff: medical appointment schedules, psych schedules, and medication rosters.

Nursing Support:

• Chart heights and weights and vital signs monthly. Assists with doing monthly heights and weights.                                               
• Send copy of heights and weights to the groups monthly.
• Help resolve medi-cal issues.
• Insure outpatient meds reviews are up to date.
• Double check medication orders.                                                           
• Manage psychotropic medication approval process.
  • Type psych med authorizations for court and send out to court and appropriate people.
  • Process returning psych med authorizations.
  • Monitor psychotropic medication authorizations and make sure they are up to date.
  • Follow up on court authorizations not received back within 2 weeks.   
• Process and send out DCFS post-medical visit and discharge packets. 
• Prepare the charts for the psych appointments.
  • Place charts on psychiatrist desks with folder with paperwork needing to be seen by the Psychiatrist.
• Follow-up on tests results and call to obtain them.
• Ensure that residents are on time for on-grounds medical appointments.

Other Duties:   

• Prepare Travel Packs for following weeks off grounds appointments.
• Take girls to off grounds eye doctor appointments.
• Provide supervision, protection and care of the children individually and in groups at all times
• Provide assistance to each child in working with a group and in handling individual problems.
• Administration of discipline and setting of limits for behavior.
• Notation of the child’s progress; identification of the possible need for professional services; and communication of such findings to professional staff.
• Provide assistance in dressing, grooming, bathing and other personal hygiene.
• Assistance with taking medication, as necessary.
• Ensure that medication shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than associates responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication.
• Ensure assistance is provided to the children in meeting their medical and dental needs.
• Maintenance of house rules for the protection of clients.
• Supervision of client schedules and activities.
• Maintenance and/or supervision of client cash resources or property.
• Monitoring food intake or special diets.
• Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma and two (2) years medical secretarial work experience.
• Unit Secretary Certification preferred.
• Knowledge and/or proficiency of medical terminology.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage effectively, coordinate multiple activities at once.
• Ability to work well with children, staff, and community members and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Valid California Drivers license
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and communication skills are a must.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
• Have the physical capacity to work with children as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Under the supervision of the Sr. Director of Community-Based Programs, the Clinical Supervisor is directly responsible for the planning and delivery of outpatient mental health treatment services, and supervising licensed/licensed eligible therapists.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: 

The Clinical Supervisor has the primary responsibility for the overall delivery of community-based mental health services, and provides the required individual and/or group supervision consistent with the regulatory board requirements.

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Provide individual and group clinical supervision to licensed/unlicensed therapists providing services to children and families, (including birth to 5 population).
• Review clinical documentation to ensure such meets expectations of Maryvale, and the Los Angeles Department of Mental Health (DMH).
• Ensure therapists are meeting productivity expectations, and submitting documentation within the expected timeframes.     
• Monitor fidelity to evidenced-based services including MAP, TF-CBT and or PCIT.
• Collaborate with various external professionals including school personnel, community partners, DCFS, DMH, attorneys, etc.
• Participate in internal and external multidisciplinary case review meetings. 
• Attend mental health meetings (internal/external), in-service trainings, and supervision.
• Arrange in-service trainings for therapists in order to meet the clinical needs of Maryvale, as well as continue educational and professional development requirements for therapists.
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Complete performance evaluations for each assigned associate. 
• Carry small caseload as needed by the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• LCSW or LMFT with 2 years of experience post licensure, must maintain current license.
• Ability to supervise in accordance with BBS requirements.
• Trained and or certified in MAP, TF-CBT, and or PCIT highly preferred.
• Experience providing infant, child, and adolescent mental health services.
• Spanish Speaking highly preferred.
• Quality assurance experience with the DMH documentation/standards.
• Pre-employment physical exam and criminal and OIG background clearance.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
• Extensive experience in and commitment to a community mental health model.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.  

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS:

• Flexible schedule depending on the needs of the program.
• May include occasional evening and weekend hours. 
• Provide 24 hour on-call crisis support/consultation for assigned team.

 

Responsible for a variety of human resource activities for the company.  The HR Generalist will be responsible for one to three major functions within the department (such as: benefits, 401(k), workers compensation, leaves etc ). Provide advice, assistance and follow-up on company policies, procedures, and documentation. Coordinate the resolution of specific policy-related and procedural problems and inquiries.  Under limited supervision, this position will be fully responsible to coordinate all associate benefits, to oversee staff hiring process and to assist with associate training and development.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Administer and explain benefits, worker’s compensation, leaves of absence to associates, serve as liaison between associates and insurance carriers.
• Provide advice, assistance and follow-up on company policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Prepare internal associate communications (such as memos, newsletters) regarding compensation, benefits, or company policies.
• Processes paperwork for functional area according to established procedures (i.e.: benefits, workers comp, LOA’s, new hires, terminations, etc)
• Provides day-to-day benefits administration services. Assist employees with any issues.
• Assist VP of Administrative Operations and Director of Human Resources with open enrollment process.
• Audit and process benefits bills on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy. Manage new hire benefit eligibility process.
• Collects and analyzes HR data (salaries, policies, turnover, etc.) then makes recommendations to management.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.
• Maintains Human Resources HRIS system.
• Maintains record keeping for DMV pull notice program.
• Assist the Vice President of Administrative Operations and Director of Human Resources and other management with associate relations.
• Provide main receptionist relief coverage for breaks and lunch periods.
• Provide main receptionist relief coverage for receptionist vacation and sick days.
• Assist in processing outgoing mail and shipments. Sort, log and distribute agency mail as needed.
• Pick up and delivers mail at the Post Office.
• Other projects as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment and benefit laws.
• Knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information.
• Must be able to work independently with ability to prioritize, multi-task and manage a heavy ever-changing workload.
• Experience in the administration of benefits and worker’s compensation and other Human Resources programs.
• Computer skills: PC proficient, experience using Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Commonly-used HR concepts, practices, and procedures.
• 2-3 years’ experience in Human Resources or directly-related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or other related field preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and provide recommendation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Under the supervision of the Group Supervisor, the Assistant Supervisor is responsible for the daily management of their assigned residential group in accordance with the Maryvale treatment program guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Coordinate with Group Supervisor on:
• Participates in multidisciplinary meetings with Directors, Therapists, Group Supervisors, and Counselors, as a means to develop individual intervention plans.
• Review Special Incident Reports in their entirety i.e. check grammar, provide residential counselors feedback, complete supervisor remarks and I-TRACK as requested. 
• Attends Child and Family Team Meetings and conferences as requested by the Group Supervisor.   
• In conjunction with the Group Supervisor, ensures adequate daily staffing for all shifts, prepares monthly written schedules, adjust schedules as necessary.
• Ensure assistance is provided to residents in meeting their medical and dental needs.
• Maintenance of group rules for the protection of residents.
• Provide administrative support to the Group Supervisor.
• Work with the Program Directors and Supervisor to insure the proper maintenance of the living quarters in terms of cleanliness, safety, upkeep, and repairs as required by Title 22.
• With support from the Group Supervisor and Program Leadership, prepares for unscheduled, annual, and bi-annual audits.
• Ensures adherence to break and lunch policies and procedures.
• Foster open and supportive communication with staff, Directors, and other community organizations and county agencies.
• Participate in the interviewing and hiring of new Residential Counselors.
• Along with the Group Supervisors, present and implement all agency policies and procedures.
• Responsible for tracking monthly training hours for residential counselors to ensure compliance with Maryvale policies and licensing regulations.
• Supervise staff training and development through teaching, acting as a role model and guiding staff on how to appropriately work with and interact with residents, other staff, stakeholders, and families.
• Monitor staff performance management, including evaluations and developmental plans, disciplinary actions, etc.
• The Assistant Group Supervisor, with the Group Supervisor, Activities Manager, and Reading Resource Liaison, will work in close harmony with Program Leadership and direct care staff in order to provide developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and culturally rich experiences for all children living in the Residential Program.
• In tandem with the Group Supervisor, will ensure each respective cottage, adheres to STRTP programming requirements.
• Will develop in depth knowledge of AB 403 standards, specifically Short Term Residential Therapeutic (STRTP) regulations
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• In conjunction with the Supervisor, ensure that the treatment team (direct care, supervisor, manager, therapist, clinical supervisor, case manager) is collaborating, communicating and effectively functioning as a team for the purpose of providing exceptional services to each child.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
  • Weekly unit meetings.
  • Staff supervision and planning.
• In conjunction with group Residential Counselors, Therapist, and or Group Supervisor, conducts or delegates the running of daily milieu meetings with residents.
• Conduct debriefing sessions with Residential Counselors and residents after crises have been resolved.
• Manage group budget and maintains accurate record of money spent.
• Implement program changes in conjunction with Directors, Managers, Social Workers, Therapists, and provide Residential Counselors training to properly implement plans/programs.
• Make sure the assigned duties of staff are completed.
• Exercise sound and professional judgment in the performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Receive feedback with commitment to on-going refinement and professional growth.
• Responsible for assisting the Group Supervisor with welcoming new intakes and properly discharging residents from Maryvale
• Perform additional duties as required by the nature of the position or as requested by supervisor. 

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS:

To ensure quality care of our residents, assess program needs, and ensure continued staff development, Assistant Supervisors will work a combination of evening and a weekend shift as dictated by program needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates or Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree preferred or;
• Have a valid Child Development Teaching Permit;
• Have Completed 12 semester units of Early childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster and Kinship Care Educations and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth;
• Have a valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth;
• Have a valid Vocational Training certificate, credential or documentation demonstrating that the individual is a trade journey person who instructs children in vocational skills and have at least 100 hours of experience working with yours; or
• Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at that group home or short-term residential therapeutic center for at least one year.
• Previous work experience working with severely emotionally disturbed children and their families.
• Working knowledge of the family patterns, child-rearing practices, special needs, traditions and values of the ethnic and cultural groups served by the program.
• Working knowledge of the methods involved in organizing rehabilitation activities.
• Have a thorough understanding of the special needs of at-risk children.
• Have a thorough understanding of the Agency’s policies and procedures, inter-relationships, and departments.
• Demonstrates maturity in all working/work-related situations. Upholds Maryvale’s philosophy within the organization and in the community.
• Listens and demonstrates understanding of information.  Communicates appropriately with co-workers, residents, family members and the community.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions in a multi-task environment
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities with minimal direct supervision, including following through with written instruction, complying with standards and company policies.
• First Aid trained, PROACT trained.
• Valid California Driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk, or hear.  The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Have the physical capacity to work with and restrain children as needed.
• Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Under the supervision of the Sr. Director of Community-Based Programs, the Intake Coordinator will oversee the referral and intake process for Maryvale’s community-based programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Review and respond promptly to all intake inquires including screening for basic eligibility for services.
• Conduct interviews over the phone and or in person to determine appropriateness for services as well as level of care/service.  
• Obtain additional information/documentation from parents/guardians, DCFS, DMH, Department of Probation, schools, and or others as necessary to facilitate the intake process.   
• Coordinate with the billing department regarding eligibility, and other related matters.
• In conjunction with the Sr. Director, assign cases and identify appropriate funding/program type. 
• Participate in weekly disposition meeting with the Sr. Director to assess referral.
• Assist in completing and preparing intake documentation for therapists. 
• Follow-up on non-responsive referrals including coordinating with the referring party. 
• Responsible for managing vacancies and client roster within the various programs. 
• Maintain collaborative relationships with referring parties including schools, DCFS, DMH, Probation to ensure a consistent flow of referrals.
• Provide community outreach to promote services/establish connections to increase awareness of services including participating in community events and collaborative meetings.
• Manage SRTS, VANS, the monthly SPA 3 Vacancy Report and the SPA 3 School-Based log. 
• Compile data for monthly reports related to referrals, intakes, and discharges.   
• Responsible for responding to general phone inquiries regarding services, resources, etc.
• Complete initial assessments and or carry a small clinical caseload based on department need.   
• Perform other duties as requested.  
• QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bi-lingual Spanish highly preferred, but not required. 
• Master’s Degree in Social Work or other related field from an approved graduate school, preferred.  
• Minimum two years related experience in a similar setting.
• Experience with L.A. County Department of Mental Health preferred.
• Familiarity with Evidenced Based Practice preferred.
• Pre-employment physical exam and criminal and OIG background clearance.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
• Familiar with Windows operations system, MS WORD, EXCEL, OUTLOOK, etc.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills. 

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS:

• Schedule may vary day to day to meet the needs of the client/families. 
• May include evenings and or weekends hours.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Associate will be required to drive a motor vehicle. Proof of motor vehicle insurance required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services, the Group Supervisor is responsible for the daily management of their assigned residential group in accordance with the Maryvale treatment program guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Provide supervision, protection and care of the resident individually and in groups at all times.
• Provide assistance to each resident in working with a group and in handling individual problems.
• Administration of discipline and setting of limits for behavior.
• Maintenance of group rules for the protection of residents.
• Provide assistance in dressing, grooming, bathing and other personal hygiene.
• Ensure assistance is provided to the resident in meeting their medical and dental needs.
• Assistance with taking medication, as necessary.
• Ensure that medication shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than associates responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication.
• Insure adequate daily staffing for all shifts in accordance with “flex budget’, prepares monthly written schedules, adjust schedules as necessary.
• Participate in family meetings and conferences as necessary.
• In conjunction with lead residential counselors, therapists, social workers and designated coordinator conduct continuous evaluations of group’s effectiveness and identify and plan for individual and group training needs and programs adjustments.
• Notation of the resident’s progress; identification of the possible need for professional services; and communication of such findings to professional staff.
• Implement individual treatment in group, in cooperation with the treatment team.
• Work with group Social Worker/Therapist to develop group and individual intervention plans.
• Work with group Social Worker/Therapist and Campus Supervisor to plan effective interventions with childcare staff for residents in an escalated state.
• Supervise Resident Counselors assigned to group;
  • Meet weekly with staff for supervision and planning.
  • Provide individual supervision and planning.
  • Meet monthly with associates for associate meeting.
• In conjunction with group Social Worker/Therapist conducts or delegates the running of daily milieu meetings.
• Conduct debriefing sessions with staff and residents after crises have been resolved.
• Manage group budget and maintains accurate record of money spent.
• Work with the Operations Manager to insure the proper maintenance of the living quarters in terms of cleanliness, safety, upkeep, and repairs.
• Follow up on SIRS to ensure their completion, accuracy, and timely submission to the duty office.
• Complete and maintain all necessary training to ensure compliance with Maryvale policies and licensing regulations.
• Model for resident counselor’s crisis intervention and behavior interaction.
• Implement program changes in conjunction with social workers, therapists, coordinator, and lead residential counselor.
• Schedule and provide associates training to properly implement plans/programs.
• Assist and insures that recreational, social and leisure needs of residents are addressed.
• To ensure quality care of our residents and to establish best practices evening and weekend shifts will be required by supervisors as dictated by program needs.
• Intervene as needed in resident crisis situations to protect the safety of resident and staff; uses physical restraints only when absolutely necessary and only in accordance with methods and principles approved by the Agency.
• Model appropriate communication and liaison skills with resident’s parents/guardians, agency staff, and community agencies.
• Promote effective integration of treatment through the coordination and dissemination of information with program director, unit program coordinators, therapists, social workers, residential child care associates and all department heads.
• Ensure that all necessary report writing is submitted accurately, completely and promptly to the appropriate personnel.
• Exercise sound and professional judgment in the performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Attend and participate in staff supervision, support meetings and Agency meetings as appropriate.
• Receive feedback with commitment to on-going refinement and professional growth.
• Establish professional goals and pursues professional opportunities.
• Interview and recommend hiring of Residential Staff.
• Maintenance of house rules for the protection of residents.
• Supervision of resident schedules and activities.
• Maintenance and/or supervision of resident cash resources or property.
• Monitoring food intake or special diets.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS:

• Serve as on-call administrative staff person on a rotating basis.  Assignments are for a seven day period with specific hours as listed below.  The rotation for the assignment will generally be one assignment every one to two months.  The assignment will begin on a Friday at 5:00pm.  The on-call administrator will need to be available in on-call status on both Saturday and Sunday 24 hours each day.  The following Monday through Friday they will need to be available in on-call status each day from 5:00pm to 9:00am the next morning.  The on-call assignment will end Friday at 9:00am, the end of the seven day assignment.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree preferred or;
• Have a valid Child Development Teaching Permit;
  • Have Completed 12 semester units of Early childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster and Kinship Care Educations and have at  least 100 hours of experience working with youth;
  • Have a valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth;
  • Have a valid Vocational Training certificate, credential or documentation demonstrating that the individual is a trade journey person who instructs children in vocational skills and have at least 100 hours of experience working with yours; or
  • Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at that group home or short-term residential therapeutic center for at least one year.
• Previous work experience working with severely emotionally disturbed children and their families.
• Working knowledge of the family patterns, child-rearing practices, special needs, traditions and values of the ethnic and cultural groups served by the program.
• Working knowledge of the methods involved in organizing rehabilitation activities.
• Have a thorough understanding of the special needs of at-risk children.
• Have a thorough understanding of the Agency’s policies and procedures, inter-relationships, and departments.
• Demonstrates maturity in all working/work-related situations. Upholds Maryvale’s philosophy within the organization and in the community.
• Listens and demonstrates understanding of information.  Communicates appropriately with co-workers, residents, family members and the community.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions in a multi-task environment
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities with minimal direct supervision, including following through with written instruction, complying with standards and company policies.
• First Aid trained, PROACT trained.
• Valid California Drivers license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk, or hear.  The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Have the physical capacity to work with and restrain children as needed.
• Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Under the guidance of the EEC Director, the Assistant Director will be responsible for supporting the day to day administrative tasks vital to operating the center. The Assistant Director will assist the Director in ensuring the development and safety of the children and Associates in accordance with Maryvale policies and procedures and those of all governing agencies. The Assistant Director assumes administrative responsibility over the center and will act in place of the Director in their absence.           

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.

PROGRAM

• Review curriculum to ensure that all objectives are in accordance with the philosophy, policies and procedures of Maryvale; work with Associates to accomplish said objectives.
• Act as a support teachers in planning and implementing activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the program through the creation of lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate and in line with the philosophy of the center.
• Support teachers in the completion of Desired Results Development (DRDP)  assessments.
• Act as a model to other teachers while working together with them in the classroom environment.
• Ensure equipment and the facility is clean, well maintained and safe at all times.
• Maintain sanitation schedule and ensure associate compliance. 
• Maintain sanitation schedule and ensure Associate compliance.
• Act in the capacity of Center Administrator whenever the Director is unable to be present at the center.
• Assist in the recruitment and enrollment process for children and families.
• In collaboration with the VP of ECE and Director, plan Associate meetings, parent education events, family council, family night events and written communication with families.
• Ensure that all children and Associates have accurate and complete files present at the facility.
• Participate in the hiring process of new Associates
• Assist in the recruitment, training and development of EEC Associates, and effectively communicate with the Director regarding Associates assigned to each program area.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of the Desired Results Development (DRDP) assessment tool and system within the center.
• Assist in completing the appropriate Environmental Rating Scale (ERS) tool for program area, and ensure that a minimum rating of 4 is obtained in each area.  

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION:

• When acting in the capacity of Director the Assistant Director will maintain administrative responsibility for the day to day administration of the whole EEC, and report to the Director and VP of ECE.
• Maintain compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Maintain compliance with Title 22 regulations, including requirements to report unusual incidents to Community Care Licensing and the VP of ECE.
• Supervise, coach and encourage Associates daily and provide regular feedback regarding their development.
• Immediately take action when there is concern for the safety or well being of children, families or Associates, regardless of program area, and report said concern as soon as it is safe to do so.
• Maintain a professional growth plan that challenges the Assistant Director to continue their education within the field of ECE through college coursework, workshops or other appropriate trainings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Meet Title 22 regulations for a fully qualified teacher including: completion of the 9 core units, 3 units in infant/toddler preferred, 1 year teaching in a Preschool setting.
• Complete 3 units of Administration within 1 year of position start date.
• Preferred that the Assistant Director will have successfully completed one year of teaching within the Maryvale Early Education Center.
• Food planning, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to form positive relationships with others.
• An understanding of current issues and trends in ECE.
• Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage time effectively.
• Ability to adapt to change, be flexible, team-oriented and posses a positive attitude.
• Ability to deal with confidential information and act accordingly.

Under the supervision of the Director of Quality Improvement, the Quality Improvement Clinician is directly responsible for working with Program staff to ensure that the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) and Department of Children and Family Services Program (DCFS) and Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program documentation meet the standard of quality care, as well as, ensuring that policies and procedures are in compliance with the Council on Accreditation (COA) best practice standards in addition to all Federal, State and County regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care Approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^®(Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program metrics, data collection, review and/or analysis. 

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT DUTIES:

• Under the direction of the Director of Quality Improvement, this position ensures that program services meet the quality of care best practice standards as set forth by the Council on Accreditation (COA), and is in compliance with Federal, State, and County regulations.
• Responsible for Mental Health electronic case record audits. Provides individual feedback to treatment teams regarding documentation compliance issues and Corrective Action Plans (CAPS) where indicated. 
• Works with the Quality Improvement Department team to make recommendations regarding the Department of Children and Family Services and Mental Health Department’s documentation tracking and internal utilization review systems to eliminate redundancy and ensure effectiveness.
• Facilitates and works with program staff to ensure preparation of all documentation for State and County Audits and Accreditation Site Visits.
• Works in partnership with the Quality Improvement team to set Quality Improvement Department performance metrics and ensures that targets are achieved.
• Responsible for collating and analyzing performance data against defined Quality Improvement and outcomes metrics and prepares reports for submission to the Executive Vice President of Programs.  
• Trains all new Clinical staff on LACDMH standards of documentation including medical necessity, treatment goals, assessment, and treatment plan progress.
• Works with Program leadership in the ongoing monitoring of treatment staff’s performance relative to case record documentation by gathering and providing relevant data and producing statistical reports and recommendations regarding areas of improvement and needed training. Also, provides on-going training updates when there are changes to contract requirements relative to documentation.
• Attends the following meetings: Service Provider Area 3 Quality Improvement Committee (QIC) and Countywide Children’s QIC.  Attends other trainings as directed by the Director of Quality of Improvement.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Quality Improvement.
• This position will take the lead on many quality assurance/ improvement projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master’s Degree required in the Behavioral Sciences, Psychology, Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited university. Licensed or licensed eligible with an assigned number from the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
• Knowledge and proven experience with LACDMH and DCFS documentation.
• Knowledge of Child Abuse Prevention Intervention and Treatment (CAPIT) and the Wraparound Approach Programs a plus.
• Previous employment as a Quality Assurance Specialist/Coordinator supporting programs, and working for a LACDMH contracted agency or equivalent. 
• Experience working with Electronic Health Record Systems (E. H. R. S.) preferably EXYM.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to confer with administrative and professional personnel, to understand and interpret medical and psychiatric information, to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and education, and to train others.
• Knowledge of and experience working with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability; comfortable with statistical data and in preparing statistical reports pertaining to case record and other audits.
• Demonstrated ability to support Program Associates.
• All Associates, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and adolescents who are served by our agency.  Therefore, each associate must at all times be emotionally stable and able to function effectively with children, adolescents and adults who may have mental or behavioral health problems.  The staff must be able to demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, appropriate expression of emotions, as well as appropriate role modeling.  Hostility, aggression or unnecessary or inappropriate physical actions as well as inappropriate emotional expression are not acceptable.

An integral member of the Child and Family Team, the primary role of the Parent Partner is to provide active, hands-on “peer” support to parents of youth/young adults receiving services within the Wraparound Approach Services Program. This position is responsible for providing guidance and support to families/caregivers in a variety of environments within the greater San Gabriel Valley. This position works independently in the family’s home and in a variety of community and/or treatment settings serves as a liaison for parent involvement, and co-facilitates parent-support groups.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Under supervision of the Facilitator, the Parent Partner will work with client’s caregiver to implement the Plan of Care goals, which are family-centered, community-oriented, strength-based, culturally sensitive and highly individualized. Parent Partners are responsible for representing the interest and concerns of caregivers participating in the Wraparound Approach Program through Maryvale’s Family Resource Center in Duarte.

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^®(Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery.
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Provides support to caregivers as they learn and practice needed social skills in the home and community per the clients Plan of Care.
• Provide and coordinate services to families that maintain and strengthen the relationship between client and family.
• Mentor families in communication skills, anger management, problem solving, stress management, appropriate discipline, self-care, and other life skills.
• Work with the Child and Family Team to create, personalize and update the Service Plan.
• Attends Child and Family Team Meeting and other program related, client related meetings as assigned.
• Utilizing interventions in the field while working with caregivers, providing services as outlined in the Plan of Care, including termination plans as assigned by the Wraparound Approach Child and Family Team.
• Assist families in contacting specific services and utilizing community resources as identified in the Plan of Care.
• Maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with the Child and Family Team members to provide maximum support to the family.
• Participating in all needed appointments for the clients and families (school, DVFS, court, medical, psychiatric, etc.).
• Responsible for administering and completing requirement documentation and outcome measures as applicable.
• Participates in identifying client’s needs and triggers within a strength based model to escalation and barriers’ makes recommendations for action to supervisors and treatment team.
• As a member of the Child and Family Team, will work closely and collaboratively with the other team members to ensure continuity of care is being provided toward ensuring their Plan of Care and/or applicable Crisis Safety Plan for families are being adhered to. 
• He/She is well versed in and is able to communicate to others the Wraparound philosophy, principles and process.
• Completes DMH/DCFS required documentation within agency contract meeting expected timelines and agency standard of practices.
• Trained and/or familiar with Trauma Informed Care Approach of treatment.
• Will become familiar with “Ten Principles of Wraparound” and the “Phases and Activities of the Wraparound Process” that the Child and Family Teams will work within.
• Attends internal and external multidisciplinary case review meetings.
• Attends FRC and/or Wraparound Approach Program Department meetings, in-service trainings, and supervision
• 24/7 on call rotation of staff
• Will attend and participate in agency wide meetings and events as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as requested. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have personal life experience as a parent or caregiver of at-risk child(ren).
• Bi-Lingual in Spanish required.
• High School Diploma, General Equivalency Degree or higher.
• Ability to be flexible and work in a changing environment.
• Experience working with families/children involved with the juvenile justice system, dependency court system, child welfare system.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to relate to a culturally diverse clientele and professional colleagues.
• Will need to utilize their car in the event an agency vehicle is unavailable.
• Pre-employment physical exam and criminal and OIG background clearance.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Experience in utilizing an electronic health record system a plus.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Familiar with Windows operations system, MS WORD, EXCEL, email, etc.
• Good time management and organizational skills. 

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS: 

• Flexible hours dependent upon client needs and caseload. 
• A minimum of one (1) late night (after 6P) is required a week.
• Will be a part of the 24/7 on-call crisis rotation a minimum of one (1) time per month (or more dependent upon client and/or staffing needs).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear. The associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle. Proof of motor vehicle insurance required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Under the direct supervision of the Residential Program Manager, the Campus Supervisor ensures the harmonious and safe daily conduct of the groups, and the overall care and wellbeing of Maryvale in accordance with the Maryvale treatment program guidelines.

KEY TASKS:

• Provide supervision, protection and care of the children individually and in groups at all times.
• Cooperates and participates with treatment team to plan effective interventions for residents, particularly those in crisis.
• Participate and/or lead crisis interventions as necessary.
• Maintain a daily log of all activity in the Campus Support Office.
• Continuously assess the tone of each group; make rounds throughout the shift; provide assistance where needed.
• Interface with representatives of outside agencies e.g. DCFS, PMRT, emergency services (police and fire), visitors, volunteers, and others as necessary.
• Review and complete required paperwork e.g. logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, and evening and weekend reports by the end of each shift.
• Schedule On-Call Associates when necessary.
• Interface with On-call Administrator and health services office as per Maryvale policies and procedures; deliver and deal with medication related issues as necessary.
• Maintain safety of campus through established procedures. Perform lockup procedures, and insure security of all buildings and grounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Adjust staffing patterns as necessary to insure the safety and stability of all residential groups.
• Coordinate and schedule coverage of overflow transportation request.
• Coordinate, schedule and monitored visits as requested.
• Coordinate and provide supervision of clients to and from doctor appointments as necessary.
• Works with treatment team (group supervisor, assistant supervisor, group social worker and resident Associates) to plan effective interventions for residents, particularly, those in crisis.
• Serve as support system for resident Associates, particularly during time of crisis.
• Perform lockup procedures, and insure security of all buildings and grounds.
• Monitors the Maryvale telephone communication system on nights, holidays and weekends.
• Report any maintenance problems to necessary associates, maintenance department and outside parties when necessary.
• Communicate overall tone of Agency to Administrator’s as necessary.
• Interface with health services office as per Maryvale policies and procedures.
• Delivers and deals with medication related issues as necessary.
• Interface with night security guard.
• Completes and maintains all necessary training to ensure compliance with Maryvale policies and licensing regulations.
• Provide assistance to each child in working with a group and in handling individual problems.
• Administration of discipline and setting of limits for behavior of clients.
• Notation of the child’s progress; identification of the possible need for professional services; and communication of such findings to professional staff.
• Provide supervision, protection and care of the children individually and in groups at all times.
• Provide assistance in dressing, grooming, bathing and other personal hygiene.
• Assistance with taking medication, as necessary.
• Ensure that medication shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than associates responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication.
• Ensure assistance is provided to the children in meeting their medical and dental needs.
• Maintenance of house rules for the protection of clients.
• Supervision of client schedules and activities.
• Maintenance and/or supervision of client cash resources or property.
• Monitoring food intake or special diets.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree preferred or;
  • Have a valid Child Development Teaching Permit;
  • Have Completed 12 semester units of Early childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster and Kinship Care Educations and have at  least 100 hours of experience working with youth;
  • Have a valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth;
  • Have a valid Vocational Training certificate, credential or documentation demonstrating that the individual is a trade journey person who instructs children in vocational skills and have at least 100 hours of experience working with yours; or
  • Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at that group home or short-term residential therapeutic center for at least one year.
• Respond to life threatening situations.
• Prevent and/or intervene using PROACT in crisis situations.
• First Aid trained, PROACT trained.
• Multi-task and work effectively under high-pressure situations.
• Manage and assist in chaotic and potentially dangerous situations
• Problem-solve and make sound judgments relative to staff and clients under his/her care.
• Have a thorough understanding of the special needs of at-risk children.
• Have a thorough understanding of the agency’s policies and procedures, inter-relationships, and departments.    
• Able to drive agency vehicles.
• Valid California Drivers license.

Under the direct supervision of the group supervisor the residential counselor provides for the daily childcare and supervision of the residents and for the implementation of the child’s and group’s behavioral plan.         

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
  • Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
  • Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
  • Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
  • Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
  • Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
  • Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
  • Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
  • Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
  • Incorporates Agency philosophy and mission in all aspects of the job description.
  • Provide nurturing care to residents on a daily basis.
  • Implement assigned activities in group.
  • Follow through on individualized care plans as directed.
  • Supervise and participate in group activities as directed.
  • Encourage and supervises children’s participation in the general upkeep of the group living areas.
  • Supervise mealtime for the assigned group of children. Mealtime is considered “on duty” work time. Therefore the resident counselor works a 10-hour day instead of 10.5 hours.
  • Used appropriate de-escalation procedures when residents are upset and the hierarchy of containment procedures as needed to insure resident safety.
  • Document special incidents per Maryvale policy and procedure.
  • Transports children to outside appointments as directed.
  • Communicated pertinent information to supervisors.
  • Participates, implements and completes in-service training programs as directed.
  • Attends and actively participate in all group meetings.
  • Dispense medications when required per Maryvale policy and procedure.
  • Provide supervision, protection and care of the children individually and in groups at all times.
  • Provide assistance to each child in working with a group and in handling individual problems.
  • Administration of discipline and setting of limits for behavior.
  • Notation of the child’s progress; identification of the possible need for professional services; and communication of such findings to professional staff.
  • Provide assistance in dressing, grooming, bathing and other personal hygiene.
  • Assistance with taking medication, as necessary.
  • Ensures that medication shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than Associates responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication.
  • Ensures assistance is provided to the children in meeting their medical and dental needs.
  • Maintenance of house rules for the protection of clients.
• Supervision of client schedules and activities.
• Maintenance and/or supervision of client cash resources or property.
• Monitoring food intake or special diets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelors Degree, an AA degree or its equivalent and two years experience in residential setting or four years experience in a related Mental Health field.
• Have an understanding of the special needs of disturbed children
• Have a thorough understanding of the program structure and philosophy in their group.
• Current and valid California Driver’s License

PHYSICAL & SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear. The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds individually. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Have the physical capacity to work with and restrain children as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
• Ability to implement program goals and deal with participants behavioral issues.
• A valid driver license that allows a person to be insured as designated by our vehicle insurance carrier.
• Ability to follow through with and update, in a timely fashion, all other necessary trainings as outlined by agency, state, and federal guidelines.