Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) Coordinator

*Do you want to make a difference in the lives of youth and families? Do you want a supportive work environment?* Brighter Heights Arizona is seeking a Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) Coordinator to provide administrative support to our Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) Program with families located in Phoenix, Tucson, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Paulden, Cottonwood, and Lake Havasu.
Brighter Heights Arizona provides TFC services for children and families requiring extra support for children and behavioral health needs.
Use your behavioral health experience to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.
Please visit our website for more information of our Therapeutic Foster Care Program at https://bh-arizona.
com/therapeutic-foster-care/ *Therapeutic Foster Care Coordinator Perks:* * Range of rate starts at $18.
75 (D.
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) * Competitive and affordable medical, dental and vision insurance * 401K after 60 days of employment * Paid Time Off * Paid 7 days recognized holidays and your birthday * Tuition Assistance Program * DailyPay - Access a portion of your base wages ahead of payday *Therapeutic Foster Care Coordinator Responsibilities:* _1.
Coordinate, implement, and oversee TFC family licensure procedures and requirements:_ * Assist TFC parents to prepare for licensure and licensure agent visits.
* Support and encourage families during licensing process.
* Independently conducts licensing inspections, recommendations, and coaches’ families to compliance with OLR standards.
* Complete initial and mid-term licensing and amendments to licenses for families.
* Conduct re-licensing studies and documentation.
* Conduct quarterly site visits.
* Ensure that any deficiencies are corrected and documented, and reported to OLR.
* Conduct investigations including interviews and make decisions regarding plans of correction independently answering directly to OLR.
_2.
Provide and/or Coordinate education and training for professional TFC families:_ * Ensure fa1nilies understand responsibilities and requirements of TFC parenting.
* Track and record trainings for each family for licensing requirements.
_3.
Evaluate potential TFC parents for appropriateness of their participation in the program:_ * Gather and document relevant data for assessment of families.
* Provide family feedback regarding competency or needs.
* Provide resources and assist families to resolve needs and to increase ability to foster successfully.
_4.
Interact and consult with licensure and professional care providers involved with the child to ensure a successful placement:_ * Work in conjunction with DES/DCS to coordinate the matching process of the qualified foster parent that can best meet the needs of the child.
* Work collaboratively with the child-family team and the development and implementation of the service plan.
_5.
Provide clinical and consultative services to family and child to promote adjustment and on- going stability of the placement:_ * Provide/coordinate 24-hour supervision and crisis intervention and resolution.
* Provide regular telephone and home visit contacts to families.
* Participate in CFT meetings and take notes.
*Therapeutic Foster Care Coordinator Qualifications:* * Must be at least 21 years old.
* Valid Arizona Driver's License * Must be able to pass a thorough background check, and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
* Education: Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree is preferred * Experience: 1-year experience in Behavioral Health.
Experience working with children with emotional and behavioral problems.
* Must pass a TB test * Individual judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills.
* Ability to work independently as well as with others.
* Confidentiality and professionalism are essential.
* In state travel required.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $18.
75 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Mileage reimbursement * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Education: * Associate (Required) Experience: * Child welfare: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * AZ Driver's License and an AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required) Work Location: In person