CYFS Division Director

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.

Are you a collaborative leader passionate about shaping the future of behavioral health services for children and families? As Director of our Child, Youth, and Family Services division you’ll play a vital role in guiding programs that support our Children's Home and Community Based Services and School Based Services. You'll also contribute to the development and implementation of new programs that expand our reach and reinforce our mission at NKHS.

About NKHS

NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 500 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont

Duties & Responsibilities

Program Management & Collaboration:

• Works in collaboration with Clinical Supervisors to support their clinical goals and staff needs in relation to operations, training, documentation, and new initiatives for children's services
• Coordinates with school districts, Department of Children and Families (DCF), and other child-serving agencies to ensure seamless service delivery
  
  

Service Coordination & Access

• Responsible for effective operation of Same Day Access intake process for children and families seeking behavioral health services
• Oversees referral processes and ensures appropriate placement of children in services ranging from outpatient therapy to intensive community supports
  
  

Supervision & Staff Development

• Supervises staff, both clinically and administratively, including school-based clinicians, community support workers, and family support specialists
• Responsible for developing and overseeing scheduling of staff coverage across multiple school and community sites
• Identifies human resource needs and with the direction of the Chief, reviews applicant materials, conducts interviews, and makes selections for new staff
• Evaluates staff performance and effectiveness, with appropriate documentation, making recommendations and reports for individual and program enhancement, funding and service plans
  
  

Documentation & Compliance

• Reviews documentation of assigned direct service staff, ensuring compliance with state regulations, school requirements, and funding source standards
  
  

Financial Management

• Assists in maintaining program budgeting and financial monitoring and adjustment to ensure administration of programs in a fiscally efficient manner
• Performs oversight of any State grant awards and contracts related to children's services
• Maintains personal working knowledge of funding sources including Medicaid, state grants, and school-based service contracts
  
  

Direct Service & Crisis Response

• Provides coverage of direct service when needed including but not limited to meeting with children and families, assessments, treatment, crisis intervention, and safety planning
• Maintains on-call availability for crisis situations involving children and families served by the program or delegates as needed.
  
  

Program Development & Community Relations

• Assists in planning and analyses for future design and development of children's services and programs
• This includes negotiation for services and funding, grant writing, and other activities to procure financing and community support
  
  

Requirements

• Master’s degree in an appropriate human services field (Social Work, Psychology, Education, Child Development, or related field).
• License preferred.
• Experience in children's behavioral health service delivery, program planning, coordination, training and evaluation, policy and budgeting
• Minimum of 3-5 years in a leadership role with direct supervision responsibilities
• Broad knowledge of childhood development, trauma-informed care, family systems, and evidence-based treatment models for children and adolescents
• Understanding of special education services, IEP/504 plan development, and school-based intervention strategies
• Knowledge of home and community-based services and family support programs
• Experience with crisis intervention and safety planning for children and families
  
  

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary $75,000 - $112,500, depending upon education and experience
• Education reimbursements and loan repayment program.
• Health and dental insurance.
• 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match.
• Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays.
• Outstanding employee wellness program
• Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefits
  
  

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.