For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.
Position Summary:
The Transitional Independent Living Program Director is responsible for the oversight, staff supervision, and coordination of services to at-risk and high-risk youth enrolled in the Epworth Transitional Independent Living Program.
Qualifications:
Professionally licensed practitioner of the healing arts (LPHA) with current licensure in South Carolina (LPC, LISW, LMFT) preferred. Provisional license with full licensure obtained within 18 to 24 months OR license eligible and successfully complete the licensure exam within 6 months of hire with a passing score is required while also working toward meeting required supervision hours to obtain full licensure within 18 to 24 months post obtaining provisional licensure status.
Minimum of three to five years of experience working in a mental health or group residential setting with at least two years of progressively responsible management experience.
Proficient in behavioral health screening and assessment, treatment planning, and individual and group therapeutic interventions.
Proficient with various software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and electronic communication. Ability to learn new database(s)/technology as required.
Must be able to pass standard background checks, including drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry and Sex Offenders Registry.
Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church.
What Epworth Children's Home offers full time employees:
Rewarding Client Focused work environment
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life
403(b) with company match
Ample vacation and sick leave
Mission/Volunteer leave
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Career opportunities throughout the state of SC!
The mission of Epworth Children's Home is to serve children, youth and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.