Director of Diagnostic - Broome

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.

$28-36 and hour

Position Summary: The Director of Diagnostic provides supervision and oversight of the Diagnostic residential program and staff. They will coordinate program operations, planning, and development. They are an appropriate role model for staff and youth in care. They create and maintain an atmosphere that is beneficial to the physical and emotional health of the youth and the professional growth of the staff. They are responsible for guiding and directing the youth in care, participating in the assessment of the problems, and progress of each youth.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that client treatment plans and departmental services / programs are being developed and employed effectively 
• Carry the responsibility for the determination of appropriate discharge planning in accordance with the needs and readiness of the youth and ensure systems and decisions within the program operate in accordance with those principles
• Ensure continuity of managerial and specialized personnel fully competent in achieving objectives and carrying out responsibilities through effective selection, development, training, and motivation of supervisees.
• Supervise and support direct reports and contribute to the professional development of team members
• Assist in preparation and review of well-considered annual budgets for diagnostic program. Ensure operations within the budget.
• Work collaboratively with staff and supervisors in monitoring and assessing issues related to program functioning. i.e.: routines, resident concerns, clinical support when needed, and general issues involving staff
• Develop, maintain , and teach therapeutic relationships skills to staff, to utilize with the children and their families that are responsive to their needs and are in accordance with the established treatment plan.
• Assure confidentiality of each child's case through only necessary discussion at appropriate time , place and person.
• Initiate, develop, and implement valid, innovative best practices consistent with progressive trends, directions and research. Continuously monitor , evaluate and enhance all programming.
• Complete required reports and all documentation in a timely manner

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field  required

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in Human Services, preferably with youth or in a residential or group home setting  required
• 2 years of supervisory experience  strongly preferred
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required .

Benefits

Benefits available to all staff:

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits:

• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• Childcare Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
• Life Insurance

EEO Statement:  Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.