Coordinator - WISe Program

Position Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following examples of duties and accountabilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position. Employee must comply with all County and department policies, procedures, WAC’s, or other regulatory bodies.

• Develops and implements goals and objectives in coordination with the identified needs of the CANS assessment, CFT meetings, and WISe criteria
• Following and implement Evidence Based Practices in meeting the individual needs of the youth and family. .
• Collaborate and coordinate with each team and family, utilizing a strength based recovery model;
• Provides for quality assurance in the program, including a parent evaluation component.
• Works closely with community organizations and schools to ensure a coordinated family support program to assist the project’s targeted population.
• Maintain a working knowledge of activities for all family participants.
• Ensures the WISe principles are being met with each family served in the program.
• Coordinates and guides the CFT treatment teams.
• Communicates regularly with each service provider involved with each WISe participant.
• Conducts outreach in the community to educate referral sources on the program.
• Advocates for the values of a diverse population within Grant County. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Assures services are provided which support the individual’s rights and are compatible with the particular culture and primary language of the individual.
• Actively participates in training and other meetings, whether in or out of office, as requested.

Education, Experience, and Licensing

• Bachelor degree in education, psychology, social work or related field plus three (3) years of community/educational outreach experience OR, a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities required;
• Two (2) years of direct service experience with children and families of targeted population;
• Knowledge of family support principles and practice, early childhood development and family development;
• Strong written and spoken communication skills;
• Strong personal computer operations skills including Word, Excel, Desktop Publishing;
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License: Must have a safe reliable vehicle with proof of automobile insurance;
• Background Check: Must have an acceptable background report, at time of hire and every three years afterward;
• Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving report;
• Must maintain an active Washington State Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor Credential; and
• CPR, First Aid Certifications, TB test record (within first 90 days).

• Knowledge of other state and federal support programs
• Understanding of medical and clinical terminology
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of County and Agency policies and procedures

Physical Abilities and Working Conditions

Physical Abilities: Physical abilities are primarily those required of an office or administrative position: the ability to walk, sit, write, hear, and speak; operation of office equipment, including, but not limited to phone, copy machine, fax machine, computer; typing on keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral, depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Although not the primary focus of this position, Renew facilities provide clinical services so all positions may be exposed to potentially verbally and physically aggressive individuals and/or environments, as well as exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an office setting but may include any of the Renew offices as well as various work locations, including schools, jails, client’s homes, or community locations. Because of the variance of location, the employee may be exposed to varying temperature, odors or vapors, sub-sanitary environments (pets, second-hand smoke), and weather. This position requires travel to attend local, state and national meetings.