Uplifting Parents Program Director

Position Summary: The Uplifting Parents Director position is to provide services in the Uplifting Parents Program of Catholic Social Services in adherence to the mission statement of the agency.

Major Tasks

• Oversee the planning, direction, budget and successful implementation of the Uplifting Parents Program.

Requirements of the Position

• Master’s Degree preferred, bachelors with administrative experience.
• If masters prepared, we would encourage you to work towards your full licensure.
• If a CSW-PIP, may be asked to provide supervision to CSW staff.
• Has a basic understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and demonstrates a willingness to live a personal and professional life in accordance with this teaching.
• Adherence to your profession’s code of ethics.
• Adherence to the CSS Code of Ethics.

Administration

• Meet regularly (as assigned) for supervision with the Executive Director to consider program needs, and to update on activities and needs in the program.
• Oversee the Uplifting Parents Coalition, and plan and run UP Coalition meetings.
• Work with the communication department and other department heads to develop a communication plan for the Uplifting Parents Program.
• Ensure any ongoing program evaluation or research efforts are being met,
• Establish policies or procedures related to the Uplifting Parents Program.
• Ensure any requirements from funders are being met, reports are written and keep in communication with those funders.
• Assist in the development of funding and resources needed for the implementation of the Uplifting Parents Program.
• Participates in department head meetings, social media meetings, staff meetings, and in-service training.
• Assist the executive director with the recruitment, selection and retention of staff to work in the program.
• Oversees the recruitment efforts.

Supervision

• Provide supervision and evaluation to the Uplifting Parents Mentors
• Oversee and coordinate the training of the Uplifting Parents team as a whole.
• See to it that client records meet standards within the Uplifting Parents Program.
• Oversee the application, interview, and selection of Uplifting Parents participants.
• Conduct weekly supervision as required by licensing standards and/or as needed to keep Uplifting Parents Team aware of activities within the department.
• Works with staff to see that approximately 50% of mentor’s time is spent providing direct services to clients.

Case Work

• Provide mentoring and case management services to Uplifting Parents participants.
• Provide outreach to community partners informing them of the Uplifting Parents Program and encourage ongoing recruitment for participant applications.
• Actively remain aware of resources that are beneficial to families living in poverty and the unique barriers faced with lower income families in Rapid City.
• To be aware of the Prosperity Initiative Program and continually collaborate with their program staff and work towards mutually beneficial goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Relationship

• Reports to the Executive Director of CSS.
• Needs to maintain effective working relationship with co-workers, other social service agencies, Catholic Diocese, parishes, schools, United Way, and other nonprofit agencies.

EEOC Statement
Catholic Social Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Clinical Supervisor – Counseling 

Position Summary: Assists the Executive Director in the implementation and management of counseling programs, staff, budget, marketing and provides outpatient mental health services.

Requirements of the Position

• Master's degree in social work or counseling field.
• Maintains MSW-PIP, LPC-MH or equivalent license. Licensed in the state of South Dakota for 2 years or longer.
  
• Understands Catholic Social Teaching and demonstrates a willingness to live a personal and professional life accordingly.
• Is familiar with all state and federal laws related to providing mental health services.
• Informs Executive Director of changes in licensing status or if complaints have been made to the licensing or certification board.

Major Tasks

• Make certain that all therapy staff either is licensed or certified in their respective fields or has established a plan to obtain such licenses.
• Assists the Executive director by evaluating, supervising and monitoring of clinical counseling staff.
• Provides supervision of therapists/counselors as assigned by the Program Director.
• Reviews resumes and conducts first interviews of perspective therapists.
• Assists Program Director in the development of standards, policies, and procedures for therapy programs.
• Works with the Program director to identify staff training opportunities, speakers and arranges for programs.
• Sees to it that needed reports for each program are completed and the program evaluations are compiled.
• Works with Program Director to establish budgeting and goals for counseling programs staff.
• Maintains an active direct service load of approximately ½ time and assumes the responsibilities outlined under Outpatient Therapist’s job description.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Relationships

• Reports directly to the Executive Director.
• Frequently coordinates with Executive Director and Communications Director.
• Maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, other social service agencies, Catholic Diocese, parishes, schools, Tribal entities, United Way, governmental entities, and other non-profit agencies.

EEOC Statement
Catholic Social Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.