Facilitator - CFT Meeting Facilitation Program (Finance)
The CFT Facilitator is responsible for Child and Family Team Meeting Facilitation to include all aspects of meeting scheduling (location, venue and time) with assigned families in accordance with published CFT standards and principles. Under the direction of the Lead CFT Facilitator, the Facilitator develops an individualized plan to meet the goals of the youth and family. The plan should be designed to capitalize on the strengths of assigned families while insuring coordination of both professionally based and community-based supports. The Facilitator is responsible for insuring that there is only one CFT Team process per family to improve family engagement, and to improve transition to a permanent, loving home at the earliest possible time. Qualifications: Required B.A. Degree. in related field (social work, counseling, psychology, criminal justice).A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory/management experience in a child welfare, probation or behavioral health setting required; relevant leadership experience may be considered.One (1) year of experience as a facilitator working with diverse groups, including youth, parents, substitute care providers, child welfare or probation department staff, mental health providers and community-based organizations.Demonstrated cultural responsiveness in working with diverse participants, families and communities.Demonstrated understanding of the developmental milestones of children, youth, or young adults to provide to provide care, treatment and services.Demonstrated ability to utilize de-escalation techniques that align with the trauma informed care model as part of intervention strategy for working with participants in crisis who are responding to triggers/stressors and/or demonstrating early indicators of distress.Basic computer and keyboarding competence with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and/or competency with electronic clinical documentation systems.Clean driving record; current CA Drivers License or ability to obtain one within 10 days after hired. *****Click here for complete Job Description*****