Janitor
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Miami, FL
This is a non-exempt position which is responsible for a variety of janitorial, custodial and /or security task to maintain clean and safe buildings and grounds in accordance with Head Start and the Department of Children and Families Standards and requirements. All activities within this position are completed in accordance with agency's policy and procedures, federal, state and local laws, Early Head Start/Head Start performance standards and the Early Head Start/Head Start contract and accreditation standards. Incumbent demonstrates sensitivity to the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Essential Job Functions:
Service Delivery & Care
* Clean and sweep classrooms, office areas, halls and bathrooms as well as trashcans. Complete restroom daily checklist for each restroom.
* Shampoo carpets and area rugs at least every six months, or as necessary. Wash walls, windows mirrors and fixers using both step and extension ladders.
* Vacuum carpet and area rugs in all classrooms daily. Change air conditioner filters and emergency lights batteries as needed.
* Maintain an inventory of all housekeeping supplies and materials. Request supplies so they are ordered and replenished timely and stored.
* Keep storage rooms organized and clean at all times. Use chemicals according to OSHA and other funding standards.
* Respond to fire and Burglary Alarms, according to set procedures and Licensing.
* Supply classrooms, kitchen, and bathrooms with soap, paper goods and other supplies on a daily basis or as needed.
* Collect all leaves and debris from playground areas, parking lot, and surrounding areas to ensure cleanliness and the absence of hazardous materials and objects.
* Report any building hazards and/or non-working condition immediately to Regional Director.
* Perform ground maintenance including minor repairs, painting, pressure washing playground equipment, stairwells, walkways, and etc.
* Moving furniture, equipment and relocate using hand cart and dollies. Remove dust and debris from the window seals throughout the facility.
Compliance & Reporting
* Compliance with Health and Safety measures as licensing and funders.
* Adheres to agency Policies & Procedures, program guidelines, funding and licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
* Completes all required or requested trainings topics and training hours as per DCF, accreditations standards, Head Start/Early Head Start and any other applicable regulatory and as requested by supervisor.
Additional Duties
* Performs all other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
* Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, late evenings, and some weekends.
Physical Demands:
* Ability to lift and carry up to 90 lbs
* Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, squat, kneel, push, pull, crawl and sit on low chair as part of child care work environment.
* Ability to detect unsafe situations by sight or sound and react quickly to intervene.
Educational & Experience Requirements:
* High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience and 2 years related experience and/ or training.
* Knowledge of occupational hazard and safety rules.
* Ability to operate and use janitorial tools, equipment and supplies, such as floor buffers, vacuum cleaners, and cleaning compound and solutions.
* Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of the janitorial services.
Reporting to this position: No staff
Social Worker Bachelor
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Miami, FL
This is an exempt position that will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals. Incumbent is responsible for but not limited to case management, administrative, outreach and to meet the needs of the unaccompanied refugee minors. All activities within this position are completed in accordance with agency policy and procedures, Department of Children and Families (DCF), accreditation standards, other regulatory guidelines, and tenets of the Catholic Faith. The Incumbent in this position demonstrates sensitivity to the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Duties and Responsibilities
Case Management
* Coordinate all client services from Intake to Discharge and closing of the URM case.
* Complete reporting documentation including, but not limited to, ORR- and ORR-4 and the In-Care reports.
* Coordinate staffing and meetings to develop child and youth centered case plans and reviews following the guidance and regulations of Florida Statute Chapter 39 and 409; COA standards, and CFOP 170.
* Conduct Home Visits to minors and youth in Extended Foster Care twice a month for the first 6 months of placement and every 25 days after. Home Visits are conducted following guidance and regulations of Florida Statute Chapter 39, COA standards, and CFOP 170.
* Conduct face to face meetings with the youth participating in Postsecondary Education Support Service following the contractual requirement.
* Conduct Life Skills assessments and instruction following a curriculum. Life Skills assessment and instruction follows the guidance and regulations of Florida Statute Chapter 39, 409 and CFOP 170.
* Conduct school visits.
* Submit documents in a timely manner following internal practice, DCF regulations and Florida Statute.
* Document case history in detailed and accurate Progress Notes.
* File pertaining documentation in the youth's file timely.
* Communicate barriers to achieve case plan goals and other matters to the Program Coordinator.
* Conduct Exit Interviews, to describe the strengths and needs of foster homes.
* Support the URMP foster family with counseling and identification of needs and training.
* Develop Safety and Behavioral Plans and follow up on the efficacy of the plan.
* Ensure that the URM in Foster and Extended Foster Care follows medical treatment.
* Encourage the youth to seek medical care and continue a treatment until discharge.
* Connect the youth to housing providers.
* Develop After Care Plans for youth aging out of the Program.
* Follow-up on the discharge URM as per DCF and ORR guidelines.
* Create and use community resources including other agencies to support URMP services and meet the social adjustment and individualized needs of each client, including but not limited to acculturation, maintaining the culture of origin and spiritual needs.
Operations:
* Collect and organize data to formulate case plans, reviews and judicial reports.
* Attend court as required and represents the case in front of the presiding judge or general master.
* Attend all Educational Plans for the URM in Foster Care and Extended Foster Care.
* In collaboration with the Program Coordinator, the Program Specialist and the Educational Specialist, coordinate and conduct Quarterly URMP Acculturation Activities to ensure the development of socialization, integration and life skills for URMs 13 to 22 years of age.
* Ensure that all educational services for the URM are in place and meet with the Education Specialist to assist the URM in achieving the educational goals.
* Ensure that the URM receives assistance in applying for financial aids, scholarships and waivers.
* Conduct home studies for reunification of minors and supervised living arrangements for youth in participating in Extended Foster Care.
* Advocate for clients, resolves conflict impeding self-sufficiency, provide client with alternate solutions, and teaches problem solving skills.
* Assist youth in Extended Foster Care and Post-Secondary Education Services and Support with transportation as needed.
* Participate in audits of the program as needed.
Risk Management and Quality Assurance:
* Participates in the Initial Case Plan Staffing and Quarterly Case Plan Review meetings.
* Participates as an active member of URMP's PQI team; completes assignment for assigned role and attends all meetings.
* Obtains attendance and progress reports as required by the Social Worker or the Program Coordinator.
* Serves as a liaison with Educate Tomorrow to support the educational services that meets the individualized needs of each URM.
* Administer the Initial Case Life Skills Assessment and the internal education level assessment.
* Transport URMs to employment interviews, job fairs and other transportation as required by the Program Coordinator.
* Coordinates at least 3 field trips to job fairs annually for URMs 15 to 22 years of age.
* Organizes and conducts at least 3 field trips per year to colleges and vocational programs for URMs that are in the pathway to obtain High School or General Education Diplomas
Outreach and Recruitment:
* Assists in the development of the Annual Targeted Recruitment and Retention Plan in collaboration with the Program Director.
* Assists in building a prospect network and related campaigns to establish an ongoing pipeline of candidates.
* Conducts and attends networking and marketing events and represent the agency at fairs, promotional presentations, and other events to recruit foster parents.
* Raises awareness in the community, through visiting community locations and leaders, and following up on referrals to source potential recruits and further enhance community relationships.
* Assists and attend the Quarterly URMP Outreach activities and foster parents' recruitment once every quarter.
* Attends and participates in the URMP pre-service session 8 and 9.
* In collaboration with the Program Specialist, the Program Director, and the Education Specialists, organizes and participate in the Annual URMP Foster Parent Gathering.
* Create at least 3 community resources per year and assess the efficiency of the resource.
Training and Development
* Complete 20 hours of child welfare training.
* Attend and participate in one child welfare conference, workshop or webinar per year
* Complete all trainings as required by regulatory bodies.
Additional Duties
* On-Call 24 hours 7 days a week unless otherwise specified by the Program Coordinator.
* Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Coordinator or the Program Director.
* Participate in staff meetings, provides feedback and training as needed.
Physical Demands:
* Work is a combination of 70% traveling between Miami-Dade and Broward and 30% usually sedentary, in an office, setting that is well lighted and comfortable. Occasional standing, walking, bending, carrying of light items such as files, books, manuals, etc. are part of the work, ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
* Must have reliable transportation. Position requires traveling between Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
Educational Requirements and Experiential Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in social work or related area of study with two years of related experience or;
* Master's degree in social work or a related area of study from an accredited college or university.
Reporting to this position:
* N/A
Resource Development Specialist
Fort Lauderdale, FL job
Full-time Description
The Resource Development Specialist plays an essential role in supporting the Resource Development Department by providing high-level administrative assistance. This position supports the volunteer program that engages corporate, religious, academic community, medical, professional and individual volunteers to strengthen the organization's mission. The Resource Development Specialist is responsible for donor database management, processing all donation information and acknowledgements, maintaining the departments' donor records, gathering and analyzing data, preparing reports, ordering departments' supplies, assisting with special events and projects, and maintaining files and records for department. Additionally, this position answers non-routine correspondence and assembles highly confidential and sensitive information. The Resources Development Specialist is required to interact with a diverse group of external callers and visitors as well as internal contacts at all levels of the organization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Enters and manages accurate and timely financial and in-kind data in the RD database. Maintains data hygiene in the donor database: duplicate cleanup, address updates, coding standards, and soft credits.
Prepares financial and in-kind reports for the Chief Development Officer to present to the Board of Directors and various Board committees.
Processes gift acknowledgments, pledge payments, matching gifts, memorial gifts, and other contributions in the donor database. Ensures that contact notes are entered after donor meetings.
Produces donor lists for mailings, emails, and appeals. Prepares LYBUNT/SYBUNT reports for major gift solicitations.
In collaboration with the Chief Development Officer and Community Engagement Manager, develops strong relationships within the community to foster a positive image of BPHI such that corporations, civic groups, schools, religious organizations, and individuals will support the organization.
Works with the Community Engagement Manager to maintain a database of active volunteers, contributes to organizational improvement by gathering and analyzing volunteer data, preparing reports on volunteerism, and introducing process improvements throughout the reporting process.
Ensures special events, food, activities and other internal logistical requirements for volunteers are met and managed in a timely manner.
Acts as a liaison to other departments and outside agencies, including the executive staff. Handles confidential and non-routine information and explains policies when necessary .
Works independently and within a team on special, nonrecurring, ongoing projects.
Prepares and submits purchase / check / credit card requests, information technology requests, and maintenance requests.
Schedules and attends meetings as requested. Takes minutes, prepares the final format of minutes, and distributes. Maintains RSVP lists.
Clearly communicates the mission of Broward Partnership, ensuring everyone works toward the same goals.
Drafts written responses or replies by phone when necessary. Responds to regularly occurring requests for information.
Assists with special events logistics. Maintains registration spreadsheets for all events and produces printed and electronic programs and invitations.
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.
This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be responsible to perform any other job-related instructions/tasks given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations
AGENCY EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE
All employees are expected to adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures.
All employees are expected to dress appropriately and professionally.
All employees are expected to attend required and/or assigned Agency trainings.
All employees are expected to be courteous, polite and friendly both to our clients and to their fellow employees.
All employees are expected to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of their position.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management or related field. At least two to four years of related experience. Experience in various aspects of fundraising and database management within a nonprofit organization; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and visual content development software, such as Canva. Experience assisting executive level or senior staff preferred. Must have a valid Florida Driver's License and ability to commute between two locations as needed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Resource Development Specialist works in settings of BP, including offices, classrooms, group rooms as well as being involved in other areas of BP programs both on and off campus. In addition, the position is active in the community representing BPHI as situations warrant.
Salary Description $48,000.00
Teacher Aid High SchoolNE
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Miami, FL
This is a non-exempt position responsible for conducting developmentally appropriate activities for children according to the Head Start Performance Standards (HS), Council on Accreditation (COA), and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) guidelines and to ensure compliance with all Performance Standards and Department of Children and Families (DCF) licensing, federal, state and local laws requirements. The position requires that all documentation is conducted in accordance with regulatory body requirements, which includes Catholic Charities Policies and Procedures, the HS contract and the accreditation standards of the program. Catholic Charities reserves the right to transfer employees to any program throughout the agency based on the operational needs of the organization with or without notice. Such transfers may occur at any time and may be temporary or permanent. Incumbent in this position demonstrates sensitivity to the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and will demonstrate professionalism, organizational skills, and adhere to all safety practices in order to meet all duties and responsibilities listed below. In the absence of the Teacher, the Teacher Aid assumes all responsibilities of the Teacher.
Duties and Responsibilities
Service Delivery & Care
* Maintains knowledge of the specific safety rules and is responsible to assist in managing the education, care, safety and well-being of each child.
* Assists in developing and implementing daily lesson plans which utilizes strategies according to funding
source requirements which address children's individual needs as well as to create learning experiences that are meaningful while providing opportunities to scaffold children's learning objectives and stimulate development.
* Assists in arranging the classroom-learning environment according to NAEYC guidelines, encourages high level play, promotes and challenges student thinking and problem solving and is changed throughout the year to reflect children's interest growth.
* Works in conjunction with the teacher to foster and collaborate with families to effectively prepare children for the transition to kindergarten.
* Promotes and maintains universal health and safety precautions which include proper handwashing, sanitizing and disinfecting areas and proper use of the gloves when handling body fluids.
* Maintains and follow all safety and inspection checklists in place to ensure a safe, clean and sanitary environment including the classroom, bathroom and outdoor facilities at all times.
* Demonstrates regular attendance, punctuality and maintains a professional work
Reporting & Compliance
* Completes a minimum of 15 hours on in-service each year and other trainings required by
* Assists in completing & recording required assessments for children within 45 days according to Head Start
* Assists in ensuring that all screening and evaluations are conducted accurately and in a timely manner as per each program's guidelines and due dates.
* Assists in the promotion of regular school attendance and makes timely referrals of any child with suspected special needs, health concerns and consecutive absences to case manager.
* Assists in conducting the Health and Safety daily checklists and reports any suspected child abuse and
neglect immediately pursuant to Florida law.
* Follows and implements Active Supervision at all times and makes timely and accurate records and reports to supervisor of any accidents or unusual
* Assists in measuring height and weights of children and appropriately documents obtained
* Responsible in ensuring the teacher's accuracy and timely recording of the daily meal counts per the CCFP and agency meal documentation process.
* Complies with USDA Food Program guidelines of recommended portions, family style serving, and menu/nutrition discussions and activities as well as involving parents in the development and implementation of healthy nutrition habits.
* Employee is required to provide health examinations and TB screening's results to the Human Resources Department every two years.
Communication & Partnerships
* Establishes and maintain positive family relationships to effectively carry out the requirements of conducting and documenting parent/teacher conferences per program Communicates regularly and shares daily incidents with parents/guardians.
* Participates, conducts and documents parent/teacher conferences per program guidelines and shares with parents' happenings that affect children on daily basis.
* Conducts as needed but at a minimum two (2) home visits as per program
* As applicable, assists in training and overseeing volunteers in the
* Obtains written consent for special events including field
Additional Duties
* Adheres to agency Policies & Procedures, program guidelines, funding and licensing regulations and accreditation standards
* Completes all required or requested trainings topics and training hours as per DCF, accreditations standards, Head Start, VPK and any other applicable regulatory and as requested by supervisor.
* Performs all other tasks as assigned by
Physical Demands:
The work is in a childcare setting. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive:
* Regular to frequent requirement, and as needed, to lift children (up to 50 )
* Regular to frequent bending, stooping, stretching, walking, squatting, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling, sitting on low chairs or on the floor.
* Noise level can be moderate to loud
* Moving quickly to intervene in unsafe Detecting unsafe situations by sight or sound.
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
* High School Diploma or GED
* 45 DCF hours or completion within 90 days from the date of hire.
* National Child Development Associate, or completion within 24 months from date of hire.
* Supervised teaching experience
Reporting to this position:
No staff
Warehouse/ Pantry Worker - NE
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Miami, FL
Duties and Responsibilities Warehouse Activities * Responsible for loading and unloading delivery vehicles. * Accepts and processes donated items. * Inspects inventory for damage and performs inventory controls. * Operates and maintains warehouse forklift, electronic pallet jack, and vehicles.
* Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
* Optimizes space utilization and stores inventory in a safe and accessible manner.
Food Pantry Activities
* Collaborates with volunteers.
* Assists in verifying consumer eligibility and completing necessary documentation for food assistance.
* Packs food bags and/or boxes according to established guidelines and consumers' needs.
* Distributes food to consumers during distribution days.
* Greets and assists consumers during food distribution hours, providing support and guidance as needed.
* Maintains a clean and safe working environment, including shelving units, storage areas, and workspaces.
* Assists in periodic inventory counts and participates in regular pantry clean-up days or maintenance tasks.
Risk Management and Quality Assurance:
* Performs PQI functions as assigned by Supervisor.
* Participates with ongoing safety inspections.
* Participates in monthly fire drill.
* Timely and accurately submit Unusual Incident Reports and include all relevant documentation required by regulatory bodies.
* Must be available to work beyond your regular schedule in crisis situations or if there is a declared agency emergency.
* Communicates any problem/concern of warehouse operations to the Director promptly.
Additional Duties:
* Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
* Completes all required training as per regulatory guidelines and other training as requested by supervisor.
* Complies with all policies, procedures, and requirements necessary to perform the functions of this position.
* Be available to drive as needed.
Physical Demands:
* The work may require long periods of standing, walking and/or bending and some heavy lifting.
* Ability to lift and carry up to 25-50 lbs.
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
* High School degree or equivalent
* Valid Florida Driver's License
* Certified Forklift Operator preferred; or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
* Food Safety Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Medical Coordinator
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Cutler Bay, FL
This is an exempt position that will be responsible for arranging Arrange and coordinating appropriate health services, including urgent, emergent, and preventative health services, to unaccompanied alien children (UAC) in accordance with the Officer of Refugee Settlement (ORR) policy guide, section 3, Florida licensing requirements, and other regulatory bodies. for children in care. This includes maintaining complete, confidential medical records for children, ensuring appropriate communication of health needs to case managers and clinicians, scheduling health care appointments, coordinating transportation to health care appointments, ensuring qualified interpretation and translation services are in place, and serving as a liaison for community health care providers. The liaison must have prior experience working with ORR and be familiar with the required training.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Health Coordination:
* Ensure all minors receive complete medical examination (including screenings for infectious disease) within 48 hours of admission, excluding weekends and holidays.
* Ensure all minors receive the initial dental examination (IDE) between 60- and 90-days following admission, or sooner if directed by state licensing, and preventative follow-up dental care every six (60) months.
* Ensure special dietary requirements are shared with staff and documented.
* Meet with minors providing explanations of medical care in a child-friendly, age-appropriate manner.
* Administer and document medication as prescribed and/or needed.
* Monitor minor's conditions, report symptoms and reactions to medical providers, and seek additional treatment if necessary.
* Develop, implement, and evaluate minor's care plan in consultation with other ORR and other health care providers.
* Monitor vital signs, provide basic first aid, assist with hygiene needs and education, and assist with the management of the minor's overall wellbeing.
* Promptly address all immediate medical needs of minors.
Communication & Liaison
* Serve as the primary liaison with community health care providers.
* Communicate with family members, guardians, and case managers, clinicians, and other staff regarding health updates as appropriate.
* Communicate with health providers as needed.
* Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews, providing medical input.
Logistics & Access:
* Schedule and confirm all routine and specialized health care appointments.
* Coordinate transportation and/or transport minors for all medical, dental, and mental health appointments.
* Arrange qualified interpretation and translation services when needed to support children and families.
Records Management and Quality Assurance:
* Accurately document all assessments, interventions, treatments, and patient outcomes in medical records.
* Update records promptly with new diagnoses, treatments, medications, and provider notes.
* Maintain up-to-date medication administration records (MARs) and treatment logs.
* Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations (including HIPAA and OSHA).
Risk Management and Quality Assurance:
* Ensure medications are appropriately labeled and stored at all times.
* Participates in ongoing safety inspections, as assigned.
* Participates monthly in the fire
* Immediately report any medication errors.
* Comply with all policies, procedures and requirements necessary to perform the functions of this position.
Additional Duties:
* Participates in all related training, in-services, and staff meetings as required by COA and funding /licensing sources.
* Attend mandatory conferences and training as scheduled for professional development.
* Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, late evenings and some weekends.
* On call 24 hours 7 days a week unless otherwise specified by supervisor.
* Must be available to work beyond your regular schedule in crisis situations or if there is a declared agency emergency.
* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Physical Demands:
* Ability to lift and carry up to 25
* Ability to walk, bend, stoop, stretch, squat, kneel, push, pull, and
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
* Be at least 21 years of age
* Minimum of 1 year of employment in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination, health administration, or direct clinical care AND any of the following:
* Licensed practical or vocational nurse
* (LPN/LVN) or higher health-related qualification (e.g., licensed registered nurse (RN) with a bachelor's degree), OR
* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
* Valid Florida Driver's License and ability to pass motor vehicle records (MVR) clearance
S.O.A.R. Specialist
Fort Lauderdale, FL job
Full-time Description
SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) is a model that helps individuals experiencing or at-risk for homelessness who have mental illness and/or a co-occurring substance use disorder or other medical impairments apply for Social Security disability benefits. The primary responsibility of this position is to assist clients in the application process for SSI/SSDI using the SOAR process. The SOAR Specialist is responsible for assessing clients' eligibility for SOAR services, collecting, and summarizing disability documentation, and submitting final applications on behalf of clients. The SOAR Specialist is a source of support and will implement best practices which dramatically expedite the SSI/SSDI application process and reduce the disability determination period for clients. The SOAR Specialist understands that Broward County operates a Housing First model, and that every client's experience with homelessness should be rare, brief, and non-recurring.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Establishes and maintains effective rapport with clients.
2. Screens clients for potential eligibility for disability benefits.
3. Initiates SOAR applications with clients by filing documentation with SSA Office.
4. Completes interviews with clients to gather information to support the SSI/SSDI applications.
5. Gathers medical records and other information to complete SSI/SSDI applications. Writes SOAR medical summary reports for clients' applications.
6. Coordinates and/or accompanies clients to appointments at the Social Security Administration, medical doctors, psychiatrist, and other specialists to obtain medical documentation for applications.
7. Interfaces with outside agencies as appropriate and necessary for obtaining documentation necessary for clients' applications.
8. Works in partnership with the SSI/SSDI office regarding all aspects of the clients' application process. Assists clients with appeals if applications are denied.
9. Researches, prepares reports and negotiates with the office of Social Security and/or judicial staff to resolve cases as needed.
10. Submits court documents and attends court hearings to advocate for clients throughout the SOAR application process.
11. Effectively manages a caseload of 8-10 clients and ensure that a maximum of high-quality SOAR applications are submitted on an annual basis.
12. Documents all activities, client progress, and backup documentation in the electronic health records system, following the Agency's documentation standards and specified timeframes.
13. Transfers and/or terminates client cases in a professional manner.
14. Participates in staff meetings and attends trainings as assigned.
15. Participates in SOAR Processors affinity group hosted by the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition and provides updates to the Program Services team as appropriate.
16. Adheres to Agency policies, procedures, professional/ethical standards and legal requirements regarding the SOAR process.
17. Generates specific activity reports in a timely manner and participates in the collection of outcome data as directed by supervisory staff.
18. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be responsible for fulfilling any other job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Requirements
I. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in social work or related field, with at least two to three years of related experience and/or working in the field of homelessness, with individuals who have mental illness and/or are dually diagnosed. Years of experience may substitute for formal education. SOAR certification required and bilingual preferred. Superior organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proficient use of computer software, excellent time management, the ability to effectively resolve and cope with immediate conflict and crisis situations; the ability to develop relationships with a wide variety of external stakeholders. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and safe driving record.
Salary Description $45,000.00
Intensive Case Manager
Fort Lauderdale, FL job
The Intensive Case Manager provides home- and community-based services for clients residing in off-site housing. The Intensive Case Manager develops and implements an effective collaborative case plan that meets the needs of the clients and ensures housing stability. The Intensive Case Manager assists clients through the provision of counseling/treatment, linking to services that are appropriate to meet identified needs, and following up to provide support and assure compliance.
II. Essential Duties and Primary Responsibilities:
1. Coordinates the complete assessment of clients by arranging for clinical evaluations, psychiatric consultations, psychological testing, functional assessments, rehabilitative and social needs.
2. Integrates a collaborative case plan for each client with emphasis on maintaining stable housing.
3. Monitors and follows-up on the implementation of the case plan by making regular home visits, linking clients with necessary providers, assisting in gaining access to needed medical, psychiatric, social, educational, and other services, maintaining contact with the client throughout the course of treatment.
4. Manages community resources, and involves the client in these resources to promote the client's success with her/his case plan.
5. Interfaces with outside agencies as appropriate and necessary for specialized services, promoting coordinated care and ultimately the client's success.
6. Anticipates client's need for involvement in specific programs, and interfaces with other community partners and service providers to initiate referrals as well as follows up to assure client compliance.
7. Assists clients in learning to use fiscal resources through budget planning, monitoring and instructions in spending, and assisting with applications to entitlements.
8. Assists clients in locating appropriate housing situations and interfaces with landlords on behalf of the clients. Completes all required move-in paperwork in accordance with HUD regulations. Assists clients with relocating to housing situations.
9. Maintains an independent caseload of clients.
10. Participates in multidisciplinary or other team meetings, in-service trainings, and other required meetings.
11. Maintains timely and accurate documentation entries in required data systems to reflect professional activity and client progress. Maintains and updates all required documentation in accordance with HUD regulations.
12. Communicates pertinent clinical information, with necessary client consents obtained, with supervisor and other professionals.
13. Generates specific activity reports in a timely manner and participates in the collection of clinical outcome data, as directed by supervisory staff.
14. Maintains assigned client charts as required by program policies and procedures.
15. Facilitates community resource availability based on client needs (birth certificates, identification, social security, legal issues, parole/probation issues) to assure maximum social integration.
16. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description/performance evaluation is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be responsible to perform any other job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
III. Agency Expectations of Employee:
Adheres to Agency Policy and Procedures
Acts as a role model within and outside the Agency
Dresses appropriately in attire consistent with the position image
Performs duties as workload necessitates
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
Meets Department productivity standards
IV. Qualifications:
Education/Experience: Education/Training: A Master's Degree from an accredited school in an area of human service, or related fields, with at least two years of related experience. A Master's Degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field, with the individual working toward professional licensure is preferred. Years of experience, if appropriate, may be substituted for formal education. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
V. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Intensive Case Manager works in settings of BP, including offices, classrooms, group rooms as well as being involved in other areas of BP programs both on and off campus. In addition, the position is active in the community as situations warrant, representing Broward Partnership.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to: **************** and include the job title of “Intensive Case Manager” in the subject line.
Broward Partnership is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with all federal and state laws, and regulations. Our policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. We participate in E-verify.
Salary Description $48,000.00
Easy ApplyChief Development Officer
Fort Lauderdale, FL job
Full-time Description
The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is responsible for the development and implementation of a fundraising strategy to support the organizational budget consistent with the mission and purpose of BP. The CDO acts as the primary fundraiser for giving campaigns, while providing team leadership, management, and coordination of the Resource Development Department. This position is directly responsible for supervision of Resource Development staff and programs including the annual campaign, donor development, grants management, volunteer management, and public relations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:
Develops, executes, monitors, and evaluates an annual development plan with goals and objectives designed to increase philanthropic revenue, strengthen donor engagement, and expand the participation and effectiveness of the Board of Directors.
Identifies, researches, and qualifies potential major gift prospects, including individuals, corporations, and foundations. Designs and implements strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and institutional partners.
Provides leadership for short- and long-term fundraising campaigns, including annual giving, capital campaigns, planned giving initiatives, and special events.
Oversees the development, implementation, and continuous evaluation of strategic marketing and communications plans to elevate BPHI's public profile, strengthen brand visibility, and foster greater philanthropic support.
Coordinates staff efforts to increase public awareness and visibility of BPHI through targeted marketing, media management, donor outreach, and storytelling that highlight the organization's mission and impact.
Works closely with the CEO, CFO, CPO, Board of Directors, Resource Development Committee, and staff to assess funding needs, set priorities, and align fundraising strategies with programmatic and agency-wide goals.
Provides leadership and oversight for grant development and management, ensuring effective application strategies, timely submissions, compliance with funder requirements, and strong stewardship of foundation and corporate gifts.
Supervises, mentors, and develops Resource Development staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that supports professional growth and accountability.
Engages Board members, volunteers, and community partners in fundraising, stewardship, and advocacy to broaden BPHI's donor base and community relationships.
Ensures thoughtful, timely, and effective donor stewardship practices that deepen engagement and strengthen long-term donor relationships.
Represents BPHI as a visible and active community leader, cultivating partnerships that advance the mission and enhance fundraising opportunities.
Oversees donor database integrity, reporting, and analytics to ensure accurate prospect tracking, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement of fundraising strategies.
Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and independent judgment in the development and completion of projects, while maintaining accountability and transparency in all development operations, including prospect tracking, gift processing, and reporting.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the CEO.
III. AGENCY EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE:
All employees are expected to adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures.
All employees are expected to dress appropriately and professionally.
All employees are expected to attend required and/or assigned Agency trainings.
All employees are expected to be courteous, polite and friendly both to our clients and to their fellow employees.
All employees are expected to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of their position.
Requirements
IV. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: A Bachelor's degree with at least five years experience in high level non-profit fundraising leadership. Seven to ten years experience in progressive fundraising skills preferred. Must have direct work experience in the following areas: annual/capital campaigns, major gifts, planned giving and/or endowments, and foundation giving/grantsmanship. Proficient in Microsoft Office, the use of databases and other fundraising software with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Must have strong coaching skills with team leadership ability and strong organizational and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours and possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
V. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Chief Development Officer works in settings of BP, including offices, classrooms, group rooms as well as being involved in other areas of BP programs both on and off campus. In addition, the position is active in the community as situations warrant, representing BPHI.
Maintenance Technician
Fort Lauderdale, FL job
Full-time Description
The Maintenance Technician installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains facility and equipment according to safety, forecasting and preventive maintenance schedule and systems. The Maintenance Technician provides safe transportation for clients in agency vehicles to various appointments within the community. The Maintenance Technician assist with loading and unloading products when picking up or delivering donated goods and assisting clients moving into their own homes. The Maintenance Technician coordinates and supervises work completed by clients residing at the Homeless Assistance Center.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintains grounds and landscape areas in order to ensure they are presentable, clean and safe.
2. Performs a variety of maintenance work in order to ensure a clean, safe environment for the clients, staff, and visitors. Minimizes major repair/replacement costs and extends the useful life of equipment and fixtures.
3. Maintains a variety of landscape and construction related equipment and performs preventative maintenance in order to ensure that the equipment operates safely and appropriately when needed.
4. Provides emergency and / or unscheduled repairs of equipment, ensuring minimum disruption of daily activities.
5. Moves a variety of furniture and related items in order to relocate/rearrange work stations/offices, set up for meetings, activities and events.
6. Performs a variety of plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, and basic electrical work.
7. Maintains floors and waxes on a regular basis.
8. Diagnoses problems replaces or repairs parts, tests and make adjustments.
9. Uses a variety of hand power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
10. Coordinates and supervises maintenance and janitorial work that is completed by clients residing at the Homeless Assistance Center.
11. Manages and coordinates emergency and/or scheduled repairs of equipment, ensuring minimum disruption of daily activities.
12. Detects faulty operations, defective material and reports those and any unusual situations to proper personnel.
13. Transports clients to and from activities and appointments. Ensures safety of clients by following all traffic rules and observing safe driving habits.
14. Picks up and delivers products to and from specified locations. Maintains an organized and efficient loading and unloading system, including sorting donated goods at the Homeless Assistance Center.
15. Demonstrates sufficient manual dexterity and strength to organize, package, lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
16. Adheres to preventive maintenance schedule in an attentive manner.
17. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be responsible to perform any other job-related instructions/tasks given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Requirements
III. AGENCY EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE:
All employees are expected to adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures.
All employees are expected to dress appropriately and professionally.
All employees are expected to attend required and/or assigned Agency trainings.
All employees are expected to be courteous, polite and friendly both to our clients and to their fellow employees.
All employees are expected to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of their position.
IV. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: A high school diploma or GED is required. Completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of maintenance experience preferred. May be required to respond to emergency calls as needed and work a flexible schedule. Ability to climb, lift, push, pull, move heavy items (equipment, furniture, tools, etc.). Experience using power tools and equipment required. Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving record and be able to lift up to 50lbs with appropriate gear.
V. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sufficient manual dexterity and strength to organize, package, lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
The Maintenance Technician works in settings of Broward Partnership, including offices, classrooms, group rooms as well as being involved in other areas of Broward Partnership programs both on and off campus. In addition, the position is active in the community as situations warrant, representing Broward Partnership.
Salary Description $17.50
Educational Specialist
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Cutler Bay, FL
Duties and Responsibilities Client Services: * Prepares and maintains a schedule of activities for the clients that instill practical life skills in preparation for adulthood. * Coordinates vocational workshops on application completion, resume writing and interviewing skills to assist clients in future job searches.
* Develops monthly programming of leisure and recreational activities such as arts and crafts, musical events, educational field trips and activities that support acculturation.
* Coordinates educational presentations for the clients that expose them to community resources that support Post 18 planning.
* Ensures on-going activities during the week and especially during days when school is not in session, weekends and holidays.
* Prepares educational packets for minors in care not yet able to attend school.
Operations:
* Surveys clients to determine activities and events they would like to have and receive feedback of those they have attended.
* Orders materials and supplies for all activities planned.
* Maintains accurate inventory of supplies purchased for all activities.
* Attends monthly staff meetings and communicates activity program design to Team Leaders and Youth Care Workers for them to assist clients in completing tasks.
Risk Management and Quality Assurance:
* Performs PQI functions as assigned by Supervisor.
* Participates monthly in the fire drill
* Timely and accurately submit Unusual Incident Reports and include all relevant documentation required by regulatory bodies.
* Must be available to work beyond your regular schedule in crisis situations or if there is a declared agency emergency.
Additional Duties:
* Participates in all related trainings, in-services, and staff meetings as required by COA and funding /licensing sources.
* Incumbent will comply with all policies, procedures and requirements necessary to perform the functions of this position.
* Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, late evenings and some weekends.
* On call 24/7
* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Physical Demands:
* The work is usually sedentary, but may require long periods of standing, walking and /or bending and some light lifting. The work is mostly performed in a secure office setting.
Educational & Experience Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree; certification by the relevant governing authority, for Teaching English as a Second Language/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages certification or other appropriate accrediting body and additional training to meet the special needs of unaccompanied children.
* Bilingual English/Spanish Required
Reporting to this position:
* N/A
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fort Lauderdale, FL job
Full-time Description
The Licensed Practical Nurse conducts clinical nursing functions consistent with the Florida Nurses Practice Act with clients at the Central Homeless Assistance Center. These functions include but are not limited to: physical screenings, monitoring vital signs, collecting laboratory specimens, verifying and/or supervising the clients self-medicating, and patient teaching on various topics appropriate for the nursing profession and within the realm of standard medical practice.
II. Essential Duties and Primary Responsibilities:
1. Completes a standard nursing screening and identifies presenting problems.
2. Plans and conducts health education activities for individuals and groups.
3. Provides basic urgent care services for patients in the clinic.
4. Monitors sick patients by conducting rounds in the dormitories.
5. Demonstrates awareness and understanding of state laws concerning referrals, placement and treatment of psychiatric (Baker Act) and Substance Abuse (Marchman Act) disorders.
6. Plans a clinically sound care plan that identifies specific problem areas that justify level of care, relevant goals and behavioral objectives with appropriate interventions.
7. Works with clients on medication compliance issues, supervising the client's self- administering medication and teaching self-medicating techniques.
8. Maintains medication lists for all patients in the electronic records system.
9. Enters all nursing interventions and encounters in the electronic records system according to Agency policies and procedure.
10. Escalates medical concerns to supervisor or medical practitioner/physician.
11. Assists in the completion of nursing supportive treatment ordered by the Agency's licensed
medical provider.
12. Demonstrates proficiency in managing and de-escalating clients.
13. Participates in referral and discharge planning with the client and members of the multidisciplinary team involved with the client.
14. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be responsible to perform any other job-related instructions/tasks given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Requirements
III. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: A current Florida State Nursing License is required. Two years' experience working
with persons with mental health and or substance abuse issues preferred.
IV. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Licensed Practical Nurse works in settings of Broward Partnership, including offices, classrooms, group
rooms as well as being involved in other areas of Broward Partnership programs both on and off campus,
including street-based outreach sites and other homeless services provider locations. In addition, the
position is active in the community as situations warrant, representing Broward Partnership.
Salary Description $27.00
Counselor Masters
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Cutler Bay, FL
Duties and responsibilities Intake: * Introduction of clinician to the minor within 48 hours of admission. * If needed, provide the PSA orientation to minors within 48 hours of admission into the program and acknowledgement. * If needed, upload PSA orientation acknowledgment document in the UAC portal and files in case file within required timeframes.
* Monitor treatment progress for cases of in-patient hospitalization through visitations.
Assessments:
* Conduct the Risk Assessments within 72 hours of admission as specified by regulatory body and follows reporting. requirements for any reported Sexual Abuse within ORR Custody.
* Responsible for the completion of a Comprehensive Assessment within 5 days of admission and files in the case file.
* Complete the screening tools within 5 days of admission.
* Complete the Mental Health and Trafficking sections of the Case Review within 30 days of admission, unless there is any follow up.
Services Delivery:
* Provide at a minimum 1 weekly individual therapeutic sessions.
* Provide and participates at a minimum in 2 weekly group sessions.
* Provide family sessions, as appropriate.
* Provide crisis intervention services, as needed.
* Actively participate in case staffing and other required meetings.
* Communicate with the medical coordinators to set Psychiatric appointments when needed.
* Staff, review and document One on One Supervision for minors in caseload.
Documentation, Monitoring and Reporting
* Complete Behavioral Contracts, and Safety Plans, as needed.
* Maintain proper documentation by filing and uploading weekly the following documents that include but are not limited to clinical notes, group notes, family sessions, behavior contracts, and safety plans. Documents must be uploaded in the portal system according to timeframes specified by ORR, Catholic Charities and COA Accreditation.
Risk Management and Quality Assurance:
* Perform PQI functions as assigned by Supervisor.
* Participate with ongoing safety inspections
* Participate monthly in the fire drill
* Complete and submit timely and accurate Significant Incident Reports, CIP, Addendums, reporting and any other required documentation as per Catholic Charities guidelines, state licensing requirements, ORR and PREA requirements and COA Standards.
* Must be available to work beyond your regular schedule in crisis situations or if there is a declared agency emergency.
Additional Duties:
* Participate in all related trainings, in-services, and staff meetings as required by COA and funding /licensing sources and other trainings as requested by supervisor.
* Incumbent will comply with all policies, procedures and requirements necessary to perform the functions of this position.
* Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, late evenings and some weekends.
* Consistently demonstrate the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current program needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
* Available after hours in special circumstances or as requested by your supervisor
* Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Physical Demands:
* The work is usually sedentary, but may require long periods of standing, walking and /or bending and some light lifting. The work is mostly performed in a secure office setting.
* Travel locally and out of state if needed.
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
* Master's or doctorate degree, from an accredited program, university, or college in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling, or other behavioral discipline in which clinical experience is a program requirement.
* Must be licensed or eligible for licensure. If eligible for licensure, must actively pursue it while employed and obtain licensure within three (3) years of employment date.
Early Head Start Teacher Aid High SchoolNE
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Miami, FL
Duties and Responsibilities Service Delivery & Care * Assures that at arrival each child gets individual attention and is gradually assisted to become part of the small group setting * Oversees the care, safety and well-being of the infant and toddler in care including children with special needs.
* Develops daily lesson plans and utilizes strategies according to funding sources requirements which addresses the children's individual needs (physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs)
* Arranges the classroom/learning environment according to regulatory bodies and changes it throughout the year to reflect children's interest and growth.
* Ensures that all children are dropped off and picked up by parent/legal guardian or authorized person whom does not pose a risk and as indicated in child enrollment form and center's card.
* Promotes and maintains universal health and safety precautions. Ensure children are supervised at all times including nap time.
* Responds quickly in a soothing and tender manner when children cry or calls of distress.
* Responds consistently to children's needs for food and comfort. Implements individualize feeding plans for children; respect individual preferences and eating styles; sits with toddlers and shares family style meal, model manners and good nutrition
* Tends to children/consumer's personal hygiene needs, remaining attentive to them during routines such as diaper changing, cleaning, feeding, changing wet or soiled clothes.
* Maintains a positive, calm attitude and a pleasant, soothing voice and models this attitude and voice to parents and volunteers.
* Maintains a clean and sanitary environment including the classroom, bathroom and outdoor facilities at all times.
Reporting & Compliance
* Completes & records required assessments for children within 45 days of enrollment according to Head Start/ Early Head Start guidelines.
* Ensures that the screenings and evaluations are conducted accurately and in a timely manner during the school year per each program's guidelines and due dates.
* Reports any suspected child abuse and neglect immediately. Refers any child with suspected specialneeds, health concerns and consecutive absences to case manager in a timely manner.
* Timely and accurate recording and reporting to supervisor of any accidents or unusual incidents.
* Accurate completion of the daily health check for each child. Ensures attendance is completed on adaily basis within the allotted time frame.
* Measures height and weight of children and appropriately documents obtained measures.
* Ensures accuracy and timely recording of daily meal counts per the CCFP and agency meal countdocumentation process
* Complies with USDA Food Program guidelines of recommended portions, family style serving, and menu/nutrition discussions and activities as well as involving parents in the development and implementation of healthy nutrition habits.
Communication & Partnerships
* Participates, conducts and documents parent/teacher conferences per program guidelines and shares with parents' happenings that affect children on daily basis. Conducts two (2) home visits per program guidelines.
* As applicable, assists in training and overseeing volunteers in the classroom. Obtains parents writtenconsent for special events.
Additional Duties
* Adheres to agency Policies & Procedures, program guidelines, funding and licensing regulationsand accreditation standards.
* Completes all required or requested trainings topics and training hours as per DCF, accreditationsstandards, Head Start/Early Head Start and any other applicable regulatory and as requested bysupervisor. Performs all other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Physical Demands:
* Regular to frequent requirement, and as needed, to lift children (up to 50 lbs.), including bending,stooping, stretching, walking, squatting, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling, sitting on low chairs oron the floor.
* The work is in a childcare setting. In order to conduct classroom activities and interact with children in a meaningful way, some physical exertion such as the following physical demands are required:
o Noise level can be moderate to loud
o Detecting unsafe situations by sight or sound.
o Moving quickly to intervene in unsafe situations.
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
* High School Diploma or GED
* 45 DCF hours, or completion within 90 days from the date of hire.
* National Child Development Associate, or completion within 24 months from date of hire.
* Supervised teaching experience preferred.
Reporting to this position:
No staff
Residential Coordinator
Fort Lauderdale, FL job
Full-time Description
The Residential Coordinator is responsible for routine client activities within the Homeless Assistance Center (HAC), meeting the identified needs of the clients as well as transporting them to activities, appointments, and events. The Residential Coordinator assist in providing a safe and secure Low Barrier Shelter environment by developing a rapport with the clients, observing behavior, and encouraging clients to engage in activities and interactions that foster movement towards their housing plans. The Residential Coordinator is an advocate for the client, promoting and modeling negotiation and relating skills, good judgment, problem-solving, and promotes involvement in the client's individualized housing plan.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:
1. Provide general supervision and oversight of the clients while at the HAC, ensuring safety and security is maintained at all times.
2. Manages developing situations utilizing de-escalation and conflict resolution skills. And alerts appropriate staff, as needed.
3. Builds rapport with clients and encourages clients to engage in positive interactions and activities that foster movement towards the clients' housing plans.
4. Documents significant interactions with clients in the electronic health records system following the specified documentation standards.
5. Assists in the orientation of new clients to the Agency, promoting understanding of Agency guidelines and HAC program expectations.
6. Performs client data collection and enters accurate data in the appropriate systems.
7. Coordinates and acts as a liaison between members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safety and security, and promote an effective clients' individualized case plan.
Page 2
8. Transports clients to and from appointments and makes deliveries and pickups when necessary. Adheres to all safety policies regarding vehicle operation.
9. Monitors cafeteria during meal times and ensures safety of all clients, guests, and staff.
10. Assists in execution of monthly fire and evacuation procedures and prepares documentation in accordance with established policies and procedures.
11. Attends and participates in multidisciplinary team meetings as well as in-service trainings.
12. Facilitates distribution of clients' personal items, including bedding, toiletries, etc.
13. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be responsible to perform any other job-related instructions/tasks given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
III. AGENCY EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE:
All employees are expected to adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures.
All employees are expected to dress appropriately and professionally.
All employees are expected to attend required and/or assigned Agency trainings.
All employees are expected to be courteous, polite and friendly both to our clients and to their fellow employees.
All employees are expected to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of their position.
Requirements
IV. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: A high school diploma or GED is required. One year of experience in a safety or related field preferred. Must have a valid Florida driver's license.
V. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Residential Coordinator works in settings of Broward Partnership, including offices, classrooms, group rooms as well as being involved in other areas of Broward Partnership programs both on and off campus. In addition, the position is active in the community as situations warrant, representing Broward Partnership.
Salary Description $16.50
Family Enrichment Specialist
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Miami, FL
This is an exempt position that provides case management services to individuals, children, and/or families to include assessments, referrals, employment assistance, and instruction. The activities completed are in accordance with agency policies and procedures, federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and other regulatory guidelines. Incumbent in this position demonstrates sensitivity to the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Outreach:
* Assist in the development and execution of outreach plans and recruitment activities to engage families in the community who are eligible and willing to participate in the program
* Establish and cultivate strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Develop and maintain partnerships with employers, staffing agencies, and other sources related to employment
* Create innovative approaches to promote agency services in the community
* Maintain a comprehensive list of community service providers and potential employers
* Document outreach activities and efforts
Intake:
* Screen individuals to determine program eligibility
* Coordinate intake activities with consumers to gather information necessary to identify critical service needs and/or determine when a more intensive service is necessary
* Provide placement on a waiting list or referral to appropriate resources when individuals cannot be served or cannot be served promptly
* Ensure intake documentation is gathered and completed timely and accurately
* Enter intake information into agency and funding source databases within required timeframes
* Create consumer file
Case Management:
* Manage caseload as assigned
* Conduct assessments that are individualized, culturally and linguistically responsive, and completed within established timeframe
* Develop an individualized assessment-based plan in a timely manner with the full participation of consumer(s)
* Coordinate service delivery with other community providers, bridging service gaps
* Ensure consumers receive the appropriate advocacy support
* Assist with access to the full array of services to which consumers are eligible for
* Mediate barriers to services
* Assist individuals and families with the completion of SNAP applications, as applicable
* Provide employment preparedness activities including but not limited to; job searches, resume writing, and interview skills
* Conduct at minimum quarterly reviews to assess service plan implementation, progress toward achieving goals, and desired outcomes; and the continuing appropriateness of the agreed upon service goals
* Collectively review with the consumer progress toward achievement of agreed upon service goals
* Support consumer in the timely completion of service plan goals
* Complete aftercare plan, follow-up activities, and closing summary
* Actively participate in monthly multidisciplinary meetings to ensure delivery of services and review of cases
* Maintain updated physical and electronic case file, including progress notes
Coaching/Teaching duties:
* Provide parenting classes, financial literacy instruction, or other trainings as assigned
* Teach lessons to children participating in the program according to age group
* Adhere to curriculum
* Ensure information is disseminated prior to classes/sessions
* Participate in booster sessions for class observation
Compliance & Reporting:
* Maintain all required documentation well organized in the file
* Complete required/ requested reports in a timely and accurate manner
* Follow the curriculum as required by developer
* Complete descriptive case notes
* Maintain attendance record of all participants for each group
* Record and aggregate qualitative and quantitative data as assigned
* Ensure contract performance outcome measures are met
* Participate in the PQI process
Additional Duties:
* Participate in all required or requested meetings
* Complete all required and assigned trainings
* Complete other tasks as requested by supervisor
Physical Demands:
* Work is usually sedentary, but may require long periods of walking, standing, and
bending
* Lift up to 20lbs
* Ability to travel throughout Miami- Dade and Broward counties
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Behavior Services, Human Services, or Social Services
* Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Reporting to this position:
N/A
Lead Medical Coordinator
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in Cutler Bay, FL
Duties & Responsibilities: Supervision * Equitably assign minors to Medical Coordinators ensuring each minor receives personalized care, and that minor to staff ratios are maintained in accordance with ORR and other regulatory requirements. * Supervise and provide guidance to Medical Coordinators, ensuring compliance with nursing standards, organizational policies, ORR, and other regulatory bodies.
* Coordinate daily medical operations, including scheduling and delegation of tasks.
* Serve as a liaison between the ORR, the program's staff, leadership, providers, and other departments, as appropriate.
* Support professional development by training and mentoring Medical Coordinators.
* Ensure proper staffing coverage for all shifts.
Service Delivery
* Ensure all minors receive complete medical examination (including screenings for infectious disease) within 48 hours of admission, excluding weekends and holidays.
* Ensure all minors receive the initial dental examination (IDE) between 60- and 90-days following admission, or sooner if directed by state licensing, and preventative follow-up dental care every six (60) months.
* Ensure special dietary requirements are shared with staff and documented.
* Meet with minors providing explanations of medical care in a child-friendly, age-appropriate manner.
* Administer and document medication as prescribed and/or needed.
* Monitor minor's conditions, report symptoms and reactions to medical providers, and seek additional treatment if necessary.
* Develop, implement, and evaluate minor's care plan in consultation with other ORR and other health care providers.
* Monitor vital signs, provide basic first aid, assist with hygiene needs and education, and assist with the management of the minor's overall wellbeing.
* Coordinate transportation of minors for all medical, dental, and mental health appointments.
* Accurately document all assessments, interventions, treatments, and patient outcomes in medical records.
* Maintain up-to-date medication administration records (MARs) and treatment logs.
* Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations (including HIPAA and OSHA).
* Prepare and maintain incident reports, medical error reports, and follow-up documentation.
* Review charts regularly to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with clinical standards.
* Promptly address all immediate medical needs of minors.
Documentation, Monitoring, and Reporting:
* Provide daily, weekly, and monthly reports on medical services and health trends.
* Report critical incidents, unusual behaviors, or significant health changes to leadership immediately.
* Track and report communicable diseases, immunizations, and other public health requirements as mandated.
* Communicate with family members, guardians, and case managers regarding health updates as appropriate.
* Communicate with health providers as needed.
* Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews, providing medical input.
Human Resource Management
* Provides supervision, direction, and support to Medical Coordinators.
* Provides orientation and training to Medical Coordinators according to regulatory body requirements.
* Creates the schedule for YCW while keeping with specified staff-client ratios.
* Schedules and conduct monthly staff meetings.
* Ensures that staff receive required training and professional development within the specified time frames.
* Conducts performance evaluations and/or improvement plans for all staff directly under his/her direct supervision.
Risk Management and Quality Assurance:
* Ensure medications are appropriately labeled and stored at all times.
* Conduct audits of MARs and medication, immediately address any discrepancies with staff and report any to Supervisor.
* Performs PQI functions as assigned by Supervisor.
* Participates with ongoing safety inspections.
* Participates monthly in the fire drill.
* Timely and accurately submit Unusual Incident Reports and include all relevant documentation required by regulatory bodies.
Training:
* Assess training needs based on findings from documentation reviews and implement targeted training sessions to address areas of improvement.
* Collaborate with leadership to ensure staff receive continuous education aligned with agency policies and regulatory guidelines.
* Maintain compliance with any required continued education, and licensure requirements.
Additional Duties:
* Participates in all related trainings, in-services, and staff meetings as required by COA and funding/licensing sources.
* Attends mandatory conferences and trainings as scheduled for professional development.
* Comply with all policies, procedures and requirements necessary to perform the functions of this position.
* Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, late evenings and some weekends.
* On call 24 hours 7 days a week unless otherwise specified by supervisor.
* Must be available to work beyond your regular schedule in crisis situations or if there is a declared agency emergency.
* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Physical Demands:
* Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
* Ability to walk, bend, stoop, stretch, squat, kneel, push, pull, and sit.
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
* Be at least 21 years of age.
* Minimum of one (1) year of employment in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination, health administration, or direct clinical care AND
* Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a bachelor's degree or higher health-related qualification (e.g., Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner)
* One (1) year supervisory experience.
* Valid Florid Driver's License and ability to pass motor vehicle records (MVR) clearance.
Reporting to this position:
* Medical Coordinators
Behavioral Health Therapist
Fort Lauderdale, FL job
Full-time Description
The Behavioral Health Therapist provides strengths-based and solution-focused therapeutic services to clients at Broward Partnership (BP) with the end goal of supporting clients and ultimately fostering stable housing situations. The Behavioral Health Therapist will assess and treat clients by completing a biopsychosocial assessment, collaboratively developing a treatment plan, conducting treatment plan reviews, providing individual, family, and group therapy, developing accurate and timeline clinical documentation and progress notes, data collection, and participating in Agency and community activities.
II. Essential Duties and Primary Responsibilities:
1. Interviews clients and completes a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment to evaluate substance abuse, mental health, and co-occurring disorders according to DCF standards (65D30.004 items “a through m”) within 72 hours of the client's placement into crisis shelter.
2. Develops an individualized, collaborative treatment plan in partnership with the client within 7 business days of referral, including goals, measurable objectives to be achieved by the client, the tasks involved in achieving those objectives, the type and frequency of services, and the expected dates of completion.
3. Completes and utilizes the Level of Care Utilization System (LOCUS) criteria assessment to aid in the identification of the appropriate level of care for the clients.
4. Encourages clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives and help them to develop insight into themselves and their relationships. Guides clients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems.
5. Completes an individualized treatment plan review within 30 calendar days of the initial treatment plan in partnership with client.
6. Schedules and conducts individual, family, and group counseling sessions, psycho- educational intervention groups, orientations, and other clinical interventions as needed.
7. Counsels clients in crisis, assessing for a safety plan, while de-escalating the crisis.
8. Provides advanced services for the Behavioral Health department including assisting the other therapists, maintaining smooth functioning of the department, providing case consultation as needed to all departments, sharing specialized knowledge regarding clinical interventions, and modeling professional conduct.
9. Spends at least 65% of time face-to-face providing direct contact services.
10. Recognizes the signs of abuse and neglect and reports to appropriate staff or state agency as necessary.
11. Communicates and coordinates treatment with multidisciplinary team members.
12. Maintains timely and accurate progress notes and clinical documentation in required Agency and other databases.
13. Works with other community agencies and resources when necessary.
14. Participates in professional community meetings and seminars to network and enhance professional growth.
15. Completes outcome data collection and submits to supervisor in a timely manner.
16. Supports university interns to enhance the students' clinical practicum.
17. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be responsible for performing any other job-related instructions/tasks given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
III. Agency Expectations of Employee:
All employees are expected to adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures.
All employees are expected to dress appropriately and professionally.
All employees are expected to attend required and/or assigned Agency trainings.
All employees are expected to be courteous, polite and friendly both to our clients and to their fellow employees.
All employees are expected to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of their position.
Requirements
IV. Qualifications:
Education/Experience: A Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or related field with at least one year of related experience or direct homeless services experience. Professional licensure or eligibility for professional licensure is preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Must have a valid Florida Driver's License.
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Behavioral Health Therapist works in settings of Broward Partnership, including offices, classrooms, group rooms as well as being involved in other areas of Broward Partnership programs both on and off campus, including street-based outreach sites and other homeless services provider locations. In addition, the position is active in the community as situations warrant, representing Broward Partnership.
Salary Description $50,000.00
Teacher Aid High SchoolNE
Catholic Charities of The Archidiocese of Miami job in West Perrine, FL
This is a non-exempt position responsible for conducting developmentally appropriate activities for children according to the Head Start Performance Standards (HS), Council on Accreditation (COA), and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) guidelines and to ensure compliance with all Performance Standards and Department of Children and Families (DCF) licensing, federal, state and local laws requirements. The position requires that all documentation is conducted in accordance with regulatory body requirements, which includes Catholic Charities Policies and Procedures, the HS contract and the accreditation standards of the program. Catholic Charities reserves the right to transfer employees to any program throughout the agency based on the operational needs of the organization with or without notice. Such transfers may occur at any time and may be temporary or permanent. Incumbent in this position demonstrates sensitivity to the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and will demonstrate professionalism, organizational skills, and adhere to all safety practices in order to meet all duties and responsibilities listed below. In the absence of the Teacher, the Teacher Aid assumes all responsibilities of the Teacher.
Duties and Responsibilities
Service Delivery & Care
* Maintains knowledge of the specific safety rules and is responsible to assist in managing the education, care, safety and well-being of each child.
* Assists in developing and implementing daily lesson plans which utilizes strategies according to funding
source requirements which address children's individual needs as well as to create learning experiences that are meaningful while providing opportunities to scaffold children's learning objectives and stimulate development.
* Assists in arranging the classroom-learning environment according to NAEYC guidelines, encourages high level play, promotes and challenges student thinking and problem solving and is changed throughout the year to reflect children's interest growth.
* Works in conjunction with the teacher to foster and collaborate with families to effectively prepare children for the transition to kindergarten.
* Promotes and maintains universal health and safety precautions which include proper handwashing, sanitizing and disinfecting areas and proper use of the gloves when handling body fluids.
* Maintains and follow all safety and inspection checklists in place to ensure a safe, clean and sanitary environment including the classroom, bathroom and outdoor facilities at all times.
* Demonstrates regular attendance, punctuality and maintains a professional work
Reporting & Compliance
* Completes a minimum of 15 hours on in-service each year and other trainings required by
* Assists in completing & recording required assessments for children within 45 days according to Head Start
* Assists in ensuring that all screening and evaluations are conducted accurately and in a timely manner as per each program's guidelines and due dates.
* Assists in the promotion of regular school attendance and makes timely referrals of any child with suspected special needs, health concerns and consecutive absences to case manager.
* Assists in conducting the Health and Safety daily checklists and reports any suspected child abuse and
neglect immediately pursuant to Florida law.
* Follows and implements Active Supervision at all times and makes timely and accurate records and reports to supervisor of any accidents or unusual
* Assists in measuring height and weights of children and appropriately documents obtained
* Responsible in ensuring the teacher's accuracy and timely recording of the daily meal counts per the CCFP and agency meal documentation process.
* Complies with USDA Food Program guidelines of recommended portions, family style serving, and menu/nutrition discussions and activities as well as involving parents in the development and implementation of healthy nutrition habits.
* Employee is required to provide health examinations and TB screening's results to the Human Resources Department every two years.
Communication & Partnerships
* Establishes and maintain positive family relationships to effectively carry out the requirements of conducting and documenting parent/teacher conferences per program Communicates regularly and shares daily incidents with parents/guardians.
* Participates, conducts and documents parent/teacher conferences per program guidelines and shares with parents' happenings that affect children on daily basis.
* Conducts as needed but at a minimum two (2) home visits as per program
* As applicable, assists in training and overseeing volunteers in the
* Obtains written consent for special events including field
Additional Duties
* Adheres to agency Policies & Procedures, program guidelines, funding and licensing regulations and accreditation standards
* Completes all required or requested trainings topics and training hours as per DCF, accreditations standards, Head Start, VPK and any other applicable regulatory and as requested by supervisor.
* Performs all other tasks as assigned by
Physical Demands:
The work is in a childcare setting. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive:
* Regular to frequent requirement, and as needed, to lift children (up to 50 )
* Regular to frequent bending, stooping, stretching, walking, squatting, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling, sitting on low chairs or on the floor.
* Noise level can be moderate to loud
* Moving quickly to intervene in unsafe Detecting unsafe situations by sight or sound.
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
* High School Diploma or GED
* 45 DCF hours or completion within 90 days from the date of hire.
* National Child Development Associate, or completion within 24 months from date of hire.
* Supervised teaching experience
Reporting to this position:
No staff
Case Manager
Pompano Beach, FL job
Full-time Description
The Case Manager assists clients in breaking the cycle of homelessness by providing full wrap around case management services with a heightened focus on attaining stable housing. The Case Manager facilitates all service and housing referrals based on the unique needs of each client through outreach with community providers, landlords and property managers, public housing authorities, and transitional/permanent housing providers. The Case Manager works with a multidisciplinary team to help clients develop a comprehensive housing plan and work toward attaining their goals and stable housing. The Case Manager follows up on all service referrals and collaboratively works with the client to ensure they are educated and able to successfully transition out of the shelter to self-sufficiency.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:
1. Assesses client's immediate housing needs using the Strengths-Based assessment, and collaboratively develops a clinically sound, housing plan with a heightened focus on a quick transition to stable housing.
2. Maintains weekly contact with the client to discuss client progress, service referrals, and follow-up on the implementation of the service plan. Contact may be conducted telephonically or face-to-face based on circumstances.
3. Assists clients with increasing their income by providing assistance with entitlement benefits applications and referrals and follow-up for workforce development services.
4. Educates the client of available community resources to promote stabilization and self- sufficiency and facilitates service referrals based on the needs identified in the client's housing plan.
5. Documents each client's progress towards housing plan goals in the electronic health records system, following the Agency's documentation standards and specified timeframes.
6. Establishes and maintains a collaborative relationship with local landlords, real estate agencies, and rental communities to help clients obtain permanent housing.
7. Interfaces with other staff and agencies to expand the agency's resource database, initiate referrals, and follow-up to ensure clients work towards a stable housing placement.
8. Efficiently manages an independent caseload of 30-35 clients and helps clients transition to stable housing as quickly as possible.
9. Facilitates weekly onsite workshops focused on helping clients learn skills, improve health, and foster interpersonal relationships, with the ultimate goal of fostering the client's ability to obtain and remain in stable housing.
10. Participates in multidisciplinary or other team meetings, in-service trainings, and other required meetings.
11. Complies with HIPAA Privacy Rules and communicates pertinent clinical information, with necessary client consents.
12. Generates specific activity reports in a timely manner and participates in the collection of clinical outcome data as directed by supervisory staff.
13. Maintains assigned client records as required by program policies and procedures.
14. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be responsible to perform any other job-related instructions/tasks given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Requirements
I. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: A Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field with at least two years of related experience. Years of experience, if appropriate, may substitute formal education. Proficient in Microsoft Office with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and knowledge of community resources preferred. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
Salary Description $45,000.00