Athens County Family and Children First Council Coordinator

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1 Athens County Family and Children First Council Coordinator Position Definition This professional position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Athens County Family and Children First Council (FCFC). The FCFC Coordinator manages projects funded through various state and local agencies. The FCFC Coordinator acts as the spokesperson for the Family and Children First Council. The FCFC Coordinator is responsible to a board at the state level and reports to the local FCFC. The FCFC Coordinator manages the system of care for multi-system children and their families. Reports To This position is responsible to the Athens County Family and Children First Council but is an employee of Athens County Children Services (ACCS) with direct supervision by the ACCS Executive Director. Employment Status This is a full-time position carrying a 35-hour per week work regularly scheduled within the hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday thru Friday, except legal holidays, with flexibility of early morning or evening hours as needed to complete job responsibilities. Weekend and evening work will be required. Principle Responsibilities I Manage the daily operations of the FCFC and the oversight for the FCFC according to Ohio Law. (Ohio Revised Code ) Staff the office for the FCFC. Prepare for and assist in facilitating the FCFC meetings, Executive Board, Intersystem Board, and Case Management meetings. Prepare all mailings and information for the FCFC. Maintain communication with all FCFC Board members, families as requested, and community partners. Implementation the Service Coordination Mechanism (SCM). Revise and update SCM as required by the OFCF Cabinet Council. Attend and represent Athens FCFC at all state, local and regional meetings as required and as would benefit the FCFC and community. Fiscal responsibility for the FCFC and the FCFC projects including budget preparation and revenue and expense monitoring in coordination with the ACCS Deputy Director of Finance and Operations. Maintain minutes and records for the FCFC, Executive Board, Intersystem Board, and Case Management. Represent the FCFC on other boards and/or projects within the community and throughout the state, i.e., BridgeBuilders, and the Suicide Prevention Group. Plan, write, and produce an annual review of community services and an annual report. Plan for and complete contract RFPs, applications, the selection process, reviews and public notice as needed. Monitor, communicate, and implement state and local policies for multiple agencies. 1

2 Monitor compliance with state regulations. Encourage and maintain family support and participation in Athens FCFC programs. II. III. IV. Manage the County System of Care for multi-system youth and their families. Facilitate monthly Case Management meetings. Provide monthly summary / minutes for all youth in Case Management. Attend individual Family Planning / Case Management meetings as needed. Encourage collaborative cross system effort and cooperation among attending agencies. Strive to seek, discover, and implement the best care options for all children and their families given a wide range of circumstances. Form an individual Family / Case Management team for youth at a family s request. As appropriate, provide direct case management services through the Family Team. Responsible for the development and oversight of the Family Centered Services and Supports (FCSS) and Children and Community Behavioral Health (CCBH) programs and allocation of funds in collaboration and cooperation with other agencies assigned by State of Ohio statute. Ongoing use of child and family specific funds as defined in program guidelines. Maintain regular tracking of expenditures and program outcomes. Responsible for the management of the Ohio Children s Trust Fund Project according to ODJFS-Bureau of Prevention guidelines. Ongoing program evaluation according to state requirements. Contract development and management. Maintain regular tracking of program outcomes. Facilitate media coverage and notification. V. FCFC is responsible for monitoring all components of the Help Me Grow Program to assure their compliance with ODH regulations. FCFC Coordinator serves on behalf of the council in gathering and establishing all necessary information to meet all ODH guidelines. The Athens Early Childhood Collaborative (ECC) is a mandatory committee of the council, and a secondary program of Help Me Grow. ECC has mandatory regulations and reporting which the FCFC Coordinator is responsible for maintaining. Ongoing program evaluation according to state requirements. Contract development and management. Maintain regular tracking of program outcomes. Facilitate media coverage and notification. VI. Apply for and manage other projects as requested by the FCFC and Executive Boards. 2

3 Be aware of new initiatives and funding sources. Perform other activities as directed by the FCFC. Skills Needed 1. Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. 2. Time management and organizational skills. 3. Management and supervisory ability. 4. Computer knowledge and ability. 5. Problem solving skills. 6. Understanding of budget and fiscal concepts. 7. Grants management skills. 8. Understanding of various social services systems, locally as well as on a state and federal level. 9. Understanding of child and family issues. 10. Understanding and skills in treatment planning for children with various physical, psychological, behavioral, educational and developmental disabilities. 11. Valid driver s license. Qualifications Bachelor s degree in social work or related field or equivalent. Master s Degree preferred.l Experience required. PHYSICALLY DEMANDING AND HAZARDOUS WORKING CONDITIONS INHERENT IN THIS JOB. Physical Demands and Hazardous Working conditions: The physical demands and hazardous working conditions 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 essential functions. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is almost continuously required to sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may continuously repeat the same hand, arm or finger motion many times as in typing. The position frequently requires non-stop typing on the computer. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 16 pounds, such as files or computer reports. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, constraints and to interact with the public and other workers. The employee may occasionally come into contact with irate or upset individuals. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the 3

4 essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is acceptable to this particular environment. However, the noise level can vary depending upon daily activity but will still remain within the acceptable noise level range. The employee continuously is interacting with the public and staff. The employee will be required to meet multiple demands from several people. Employee Signature Date P:\DOCS\FCFC\FCF Coord 2-10.doc 4

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