Emmanuel Home and Domestic Adoption Coordinator

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work OR Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and one year of directly related experience; OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of directly related experience.

Spanish speaking is not required, but is a plus. Directly related experience is defined as human services experience in the areas of case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy, and treatment planning.

Other Minimum of 25 years of age. Preferred experience as a residential worker and/or demonstrates the ability and motivation to learn and practice basic skills.

Valid driver’s license and be able to operate an agency vehicle to transport residents without restrictions.

Knowledge of first aid and CPR

Meets the general qualifications for employment as outlined in the institution's personnel policies.

Respects the cultural diversity of residents in care and strives to create a positive relationship.

Bilingual In English And Spanish Preferred But Not Required

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Emmanuel Home Coordinator

• Manages the Emmanuel Home and models positive living.
• Develops, implements, reviews, and revises a plan of service for each client.
• Manages the household, enforcing house rules.
• Provides daily interaction, mentoring, and lay counseling.
• Implement, oversee, and participate in the housekeeping schedule.
• Perform additional cleaning tasks as needed.
• Monitor client behavior.
• Aid with special needs per service plans.
• Conduct tours through the home and provide information about the program.
• Transport Clients to appointments, work, and school when required.
• Lead periodic house meetings.
• Schedule quarterly safety drills.
• Maintain a household first aid kit.
• Routinely check smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and refrigerator/freezer temperatures.
• Follow purchasing guidelines and submit receipts.
• Ensure OSHA compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Case Management for the Emmanuel Home

• Conduct client orientation and complete client admissions paperwork and documentation.
• Submit bi-weekly life skills reports to supervisor.
• Participate in service plan development.
• Aid with money management and maintain financial records.
• Facilitate team meetings, individual meetings with the supervisor, and general staff meetings.
• Participate in trainings and workshops.
• Handle emergencies efficiently, utilizing conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to ensure the safety of all residents during regular business hours, after-hours, and on weekends.
• Support residents in developing a Self-Improvement Plan; meet weekly with residents to monitor progress towards goals.
• Maintain electronic health records in Extended Reach.

Case Management for the Domestic Adoption Coordinator

• Provides intake services.
• Increases awareness and coordinates services with community organizations assisting women in unintended pregnancies.
• Provides case management for expectant and birth parents as well as their extended family members, as deemed appropriate.
• Provides information and guidance for expectant mothers as requested for themselves and their children after birth.
• Maintain records and documentation in eAdopt.
• Supervise and participate in regular supervisory conferences.
• Participate in 90-day and annual staff performance evaluations.
• Keep supervisor informed on current status of total work responsibilities.
• Represent the institution to various individuals, groups, and the public in a professional manner.
• Maintain professional standards as set by the institution.
• Have the commitment and the capacity to build and maintain individual and group relationships with the various teams within the Emmanuel Home and Domestic Adoption Program.
• Respect the rights of the total team and keep other team members informed of any changes in the home.
• Work under the supervision of the assigned supervisor.
• Respect the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of staff members and clients in care and strive to create a positive relationship within BCH.
• Participate in the agency’s Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program as needed.