Team Lead - YES

WHO WE ARE: The Children's Home of Wyoming Conference partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.

$25 an hour

Full Time

Position Summary: The YES Team Lead will support part-time Youth Coaches, other Supervisors, and other staff with providing effective community alternatives to out-of-home placement. The team lead will provide ongoing support, guidance, and input to further opportunities and programming. This individual will ensure efficient and effective operation of the YES program. The team lead is responsible for the development of services, quality of services, and for providing youth, staff and families with appropriate services available. The team lead must display a commitment to strength-based community services and a solution focused approach to supporting children and families. The team lead must be willing and able to engage youth and caregivers in creating workable plans for success.

The team lead must have schedule flexibility to be available in the evenings and weekends when needed. Candidates should be comfortable working with youth within their homes as well as within the community. Excellent verbal and written communication, problem solving, and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Effectively develop, implement, supervise, and administer policies, procedures and personnel to accomplish objective of the program.
• Work within all New York State Office of Children and Family Services mandated preventive regulations and maintain a collaborative, working relationship with the county Department of Social Services.
• Continuously maintain and enhance positive relationships with recipients of services as well as other local human service providers that are comprehensive, meet essential regulations, and contract specifications.
• Complete all required reports and documentation in a timely manner meeting all standards of content and professional presentation.
• Initiate, develop, and implement valid, innovative best practice programming consistent with progressive trends, directions, and research. Continuously monitor, evaluate, and enhance all programming.
• Exercise an in-depth knowledge of juvenile law supervision and administration.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate, helping youth navigate challenges and improve their quality of life.
  
  

Requirements

Education:

• Associate's degree in a related field required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
  
  

Experience

• 1 year of supervisory experience, preferably in youth, community, or child welfare settings required
• 3 years of experience working with youth in a child welfare, community engagement, or related experience required
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required
  
  

BenefitsBenefits Available To All Staff

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Opportunities for Professional Development
  
  

Full Time Benefits:

• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• Childcare Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
• Life Insurance
  
  

EEO Statement: The Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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