Director of Family Base Services Wrap and FSP

If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, The Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U.S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health and social-emotional challenges. Since our founding in 1975, we've grown significantly, expanding our reach to meet the evolving needs of our community. Today, we offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of The Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

Come be part of a team dedicated to empowering adolescents, adults and families facing mental health, social and emotional challenges because everyone deserves a great future. Through strategic partnerships with governmental agencies and innovative programs like Full Service Partnership (FSP), Wraparound (WRAP), PIER, we foster long-term skills and support systems, enhancing the well-being of individuals and families across all stages of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of Wraparound, FSP and PIER, ensuring family-centered, strengths-based services, flexible service delivery, partnership between family and professionals, full family engagement, community-based services, and maximal use of family and community resources.
• Ensure all services are delivered within the Core Practice Model framework and in accordance with each program’s requirements as outlined in their respective SOWs.
• Develop and implement program growth goals.
• Ensure development of a network of community resources and maximize their use.
• Oversee member recruitment for the Wraparound Community Parent Advisory Board, facilitate Parent Support Groups, and strengthen ties with the Parent Training Institute.
• Provide ongoing supervision of program staff, including Therapists, Facilitators, Child and Family Specialists, Case Managers, and other support and administrative team members.
• Recruit and train program staff. Oversee the development of ongoing training curricula for Wraparound / FSP / PIER staff.
• Act as liaison with other Lead Wraparound Agencies and public agencies. Participate in county Wraparound / FSP / PIER work group to ensure collaboration between different system components.
• Provide monthly reports to Senior Director and as required to funding sources.
• Assist in the development of programs’ policies and procedures to ensure agency compliance with funding sources.
• Ensure program compliance with licensing and contract requirements.
• Interface with DCFS, DMH, Probation, court systems, schools, and other community liaisons.
• Ensure that all paperwork is complete and deadlines are met.
• Ensure 24-hour availability and crisis intervention as needed.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings, agency-wide meetings, utilization review meetings, community meetings, and other meetings as assigned.
• Conduct all functions in accordance with Agency guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• MA, MSW, MFT, LCSW, Psy.D. or Ph.D. in psychology, counseling, social work or related field, valid California clinical license.
• Valid CA Driver License.
• Minimum five years of experience in community-based social service programs, specific to emotionally disturbed children and adults.
• Minimum three years of administrative experience in designing and implementing treatment programs, with knowledge of and skills in individual, group, and family therapy.
• Familiarity with principles of family-centered, strengths-based services.
• Knowledge of the community.

Benefits

The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment, and great benefits, including :

• Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - options for 100% employer-sponsored plans.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• 529 College Savings Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Vacation and Sick Leave.
• Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives.
• Pet Insurance.

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of The Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. The Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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