Position Summary

The Child Welfare Program Manager collaborates with the Child Welfare (CW) Director and Child Welfare Compliance Officer to support the transition of new Child Welfare staff members from the training phase to leaders in the respective positions (Foster Care, Adoption, and Licensing). The Child Welfare Training Manager Coordinates the CW Training Institute schedules and field experience for new staff, guides education sessions, provides trauma informed support to residents, serves as a CW expert, and guides the resident’s professional development project efforts

Annual Salary Range: $54,000.00 - $66,000.00

Flexible work schedule after an initial training period that includes working in the office and out of the office.

Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?

If you’ve got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we’ve got the right opportunity for you.

About Catholic Charities West Michigan

Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.

CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

Hires, trains, and supports new staff in the training program

Provides ongoing development, coordination, and management support of training program

Provides clinical oversight to residents throughout the training program to support continuity of assignments, the progression of competency, update progress, ensure appropriate documentation, share knowledge and assist in the development of clinical decision-making skills

Functions as a liaison between roles and departments in ensuring a smooth coordination of orientation and ongoing development, including facilitating meetings, identifying and responding to daily problems, and communicating and collaborating with many different members of Child Welfare (CW)

Schedules and coordinates monthly training curriculum, provides simulation experiences, and skill labs

Supports development of the CW Training Professional Development Plan

Assists in the coordination of Training Program graduation celebration

Facilitates training program data collection and outcomes tracking as appropriate

Monitors clinical and patient satisfaction outcomes related to CW training contributions

Mentors and develops preceptors by offering ongoing learning workshops

Drives for agency business

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of state and local human service systems and resources, particularly as they apply to child and family services

Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with other staff and the public in a courteous and effective manner

Knowledge of child welfare policies and programs

Ability to work in partnership with other team members

Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences present in the Agency’s service population

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work in a collaborative manner across multiple levels of staff and programs

Recommended Employment Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related Human Service field is required; master's degree preferred

Experience:

A minimum of 4 years of work experience in Child Welfare (Foster Care, Licensing, and Adoption) is preferred.

A minimum of 2 years of experience working in MiSACWIS is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Professional State of Michigan License preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Our Mission

Inspired by the Church's social teachings, Catholic Charities West Michigan fosters individuals and families to flourish by providing help and creating hope.

Our Vision

Catholic Charities West Michigan is called to create a just and compassionate community where all people can achieve their divine purpose.

Our Values

Sanctity of All Life

Compassion

Integrity

Respect

Equity

CCWM is an equal opportunity employer, subject to all federal and state laws as applicable to a religious Agency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,000.00 - $66,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Foster Care: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person