Transition Services Manager
2 months ago
Job Details
Description
A. Position Definition & Summary:
The Transition Services Manager will provide oversight of respective case managers and the vocational program manager, provide reintegration services from the beginning to the end of the program including assessment, self[1]sufficiency planning, coordinating with community networks, and providing a seamless connection and transition for the youth. This includes providing compliance monitoring for 60 days following release from the program to ensure the youth is meeting all criteria of his transition plan in collaboration with the youth, family, JPO, and community support services
B. Position Expectations and Essential Functions:
Participates in and provides input into formal treatment team regarding youth’s transitional activities and self[1]sufficiency planning.
Completes a self-sufficiency plan with youth and family and incorporates developed goals into the youths Individualized Performance Plan.
Meet with each applicable youth on an individual basis to assess independent living skill needs and identify existing transition needs, new transition needs and progress towards goals.
Provide service delivery, in conjunction with the Program Vocational Manager, of Overcoming Obstacles to all youth in the facility to address individualized skills for prevocational, vocational and life skills.
Will be crossed trained on Case Manager skills to include RAY and IOC.
Work collaboratively with case manager to develop an individualized Transition Plan with each youth to include the input of all entities involved with this case, to target the right services at the right location, at the right time for each youth.
Facilitate mock interviews with youth and ensure they are provided the opportunity to practice with interviewing attire. Works collaboratively with the onsite Recreation Therapist to ensure inclusion of identified leisure interests into the youth’s exit portfolio.
Participate on the youth’s Circuit Transition Panel (if assigned) in his home circuit for discussion of his recommended needs upon release and the resources available in that area.
Maintain a system to ensure those needs and services identified by the Circuit Transitional Panel are followed.
Pursue home community support resources for the family, in the event a crisis occurs with the youth’s family (food bank, churches, etc.)
Assist and secure living arrangements for the youth:
a. If notified of a youth who is younger than 18 years old and cannot live independently, the TSM will contact the Department of Children (DCF) and Families to identify foster home placement. Once a foster home is identified, the TSM will include the foster care parent in treatment team meetings.
b. For a youth who becomes homeless while in the program, the TSM will initiate communication with DCF in his home region and will work together with the DCF staff to identify an alternative living situation. The TSM will place preference on locating a relative who can provide housing conducive to the needs of the youth.
c. For a youth who is under 18 years old while in the program, but will be at least 18 years old by discharge, the TSM will initiate the petitioning process with the Court to extend jurisdiction up to a year and will assist the youth throughout the process.
d. For a youth who is at least 18 years old and homeless, the TCM will provide him a list of community resources for temporary housing. Examples of community organizations are the Salvation Army and Metropolitan Ministries
Provide each youth with a comprehensive Transition Portfolio completed by the TSM as applicable to the needs of the youth. Examples of documents that may be included are:
a. Education: Education transcript, GED or Diploma, certificate of completion; financial aid applications, including Florida Juvenile Justice Foundation; letters of recommendation from program and education.
b. Social Services: The TSM will make diligent efforts to obtain a copy of the youth’s birth certificate, social security card, State card and any resources available under , that may be additional support to the youth.
c. Employment: The TSM will maintain industry-recognized certifications, Florida Ready-to-Work credentials, resume sample and/or any additional pre-employment documentation that will assist the youth in future jobs. These will be part of the youth’s Transition Portfolio that will be in his possession upon discharge from the facility. In addition, the TSM will provide the location of Career Source centers in the youth’s home community.
d. Healthcare: The TSM will ensure appointments are in place for Determination of Medicaid eligibility and application. In addition to applicable healthcare screenings. The youth’s portfolio will include contact information for care review teams (under interagency agreement) if applicable.
e. The TSM will serve as the liaison between the program and Project Connect or Project Bridge, if youth is referred, to ensure proper planning at discharge.
Monitor risk changes throughout the course of stay as they relate to transition needs.
Provides compliance monitoring for 60 days following release from the program to ensure the youth is meeting all criteria of his transition plan in collaboration with the youth, family, JPO, and community support services.
The TSM will assist the Community Relations Director with obtaining and maintaining mentors.
Chronological documentation to be maintained for all contact as well as completion of a summary when ending post release follow up work.
Effectively implements and consistently applies the program’s Positive Performance System (PPS) / Behavior Management System (BMS).
Detects, responds, and prevents abuse of youth.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
C. Position Requirements:
Education/Experience:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in the field of social work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice, or related human services field and at least two (2) years of experience in case management or service coordination.Other Requirements:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in the state where the work site is located only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.D. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
College level reading ability, oral communication skills, and written communication skills to include legible handwriting.
Basic knowledge of human behavior, principles of psychology, human growth and development, and the emotional needs of residential youth. Experience with therapeutic limit-setting or an understanding of level systems or other behavior management modalities, helpful.
Ability to teach or assist with youth’s activities of daily living.
Ability to demonstrate judgment and discretion in dealing with sensitive information and maintain all information regarding the facility, youth, and other staff as highly confidential.
Ability to deal courteously and maintain professional boundaries with youth and other staff and the willingness to seek counsel from supervisory staff in this regard.
Ability to tolerate verbal, mental, and occasional physical abuse while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Ability to use appropriate social skills with youth and other staff, including verbal, nonverbal, written, and visual demonstrations of effective communication, conflict resolution, active listening, empathy, healthy relationships, and respect.
Ability to function independently within a team-oriented atmosphere, work under pressure, meet inflexible deadlines, set priorities, and deal diplomatically with difficult individuals.
Ability to deal courteously with the public and use appropriate customer service skills through electronic, telephonic and face to face interactions.
Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively, display strong multi-tasking capabilities and use appropriate problem-solving skills to develop solutions under minimal supervision when necessary.
Ability to maintain all TrueCore and DJJ annual training and certification requirements.
E. Equipment Utilized
While completing job duties, the following machines and tools may be utilized by the employee:
Telephone Audio-visual equipment
Copy Machine First Aid Items
Shredder AED
Calculator Vehicle
F. Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
Processing and Reasoning : Ability to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations such as in verbal and physical confrontations. Must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions and noise. Ability to assist youth with problem-solving and maintaining self-control in volatile situations.
Language : Ability to write complex sentences, using proper punctuation, and ability to communicate in complex sentences using normal word order with present and past tenses.
Talking : Ability to express and exchange ideas via spoken word during activities in which they must convey details or important spoken instructions to others accurately, sometimes quickly and loudly.
Hearing : Ability to perceive the nature of sounds with no less than 40 dB loss at Hz, 1000 Hz and 2000 Hz with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication. Usual noise levels range between barely audible (20dBa) to heavy noise (80dBa) as the primary work environment is a residential type setting where an individual lives and services are available from a provider on a 24-hour basis.
Vision : To complete required clerical tasks and the observation of youth, a minimum visual acuity standard of 20/70 in either eye or both eyes together with or without corrective lenses is required. However, if one eye is blind or 20/200 or worse, the other eye must be 20/40 or better.
Dexterity: Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, and be able to perceive the attributes of an object such as size, shape, and temperature. Movements frequently and regularly required using wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Physical Strength : Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally. Position is mainly sedentary work (office work) but may on occasion include physical force execution. The employee must be able to physically perform escalation matrix as defined in Right Interactions. This will include but is not limited to all countermoves and restraint techniques.
Climate : The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions as the work is predominantly inside however the employee may be subject to temperature changes as the employee may be required to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
Universal Precautions : The employee will be required to observe Universal Standard precautions to include the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent contact with potentially infectious materials such as blood, vomit, saliva, sputum, urine, and feces.
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the company undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below
-
Transitional Living Coordinator
4 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States Youth Crisis Center Inc Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionThe shift for this position is Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00am - 7:00pm (Sunday & Monday off)Position OverviewProvide independent living skills through demonstration, observation, and instruction to youth and young adults in the transitional living program (TSV) via individual and/or in group settings. Provide academic monitoring...
-
Career Transition Specialist
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States Eckerd Youth Alternatives Full timeODLE Management - A Subsidiary of Eckerd Connects Reports to the CTS Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for CTS assignees in all aspects of career transition, job search skills, job placement issues, job retention and Job Corps CTS services and requirements. Responsible for securing placement data for assignees and identifying assignees...
-
Transition to Practice Educator- Critical Care
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States HCA Florida Memorial Hospital Full timeDescription Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Transition to Practice Educator- Critical Care you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you at home, at work, and at every stage in your career. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Memorial Hospital which is a part of the...
-
Pediatric Home Team
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health Full timePediatric Home Team (Transitional) NurseLocation: Jacksonville, FLJoin our team as a Home Team Nurse for a growing company that has a huge heart, fast-paced work environment, and great benefits! Work with passionate, talented professionals that are dedicated to serving our clients and feel rewarded knowing that your job MATTERS!The Company:Angels of Care...
-
Pediatric Home Team
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health Full timePediatric Home Team (Transitional) NurseLocation: Jacksonville, FLJoin our team as a Home Team Nurse for a growing company that has a huge heart, fast-paced work environment, and great benefits! Work with passionate, talented professionals that are dedicated to serving our clients and feel rewarded knowing that your job MATTERS!The Company:Angels of Care...
-
Pediatric Home Team
4 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health Full timePediatric Home Team (Transitional) NurseIncrease your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly.Location: Jacksonville, FLJoin our team as a Home Team Nurse for a growing company that has a huge heart, fast-paced work environment, and great benefits! Work with passionate, talented professionals that...
-
Deputy Program Manager
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States TOTE Services LLC Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Summary: The Deputy Program Manager is responsible to support the Director Ship Management to consistently deliver a high level of service by managing the timely flow of information and reports to the Customer, including but not limited to task order requests, claims data, and training reports. The Deputy Program Manager...
-
Route Service Driver
2 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States United Site Services Full timeAbout USSYou may not always notice United Site Services, but we are always there - at construction sites, industrial facilities, and live events all across America. We take pride in providing essential services like portable restrooms, hand hygiene solutions, temporary fence, trailer solutions, roll off dumpsters and more, for customers across the country....
-
Food Service Workers
4 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States Jobs for Humanity Full timeCompany Description Jobs for Humanity is collaborating with upwardlyglobal to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. We support individuals coming from all walks of life. Company Name: upwardlyglobal Job Description Food Service TechWork Release CenterThe Transition House Inc.Location: Jacksonville, FLJob Details- Pay: $15.00-$16.50 an hour-...
-
Program Manager
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States TOTE Services, LLC Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionThis position has overall authority and responsibility for the planning, coordination, execution, and monitoring of a high-value shipbuilding program to support the successful construction and transition to operations of the vessel(s) into government service. The Program Manager (PM) will provide leadership and integration of a...
-
Field Service Project Manager
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States National Guard Employment Network Full timeJob Description ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set,...
-
Railroad Bridge Project Manager
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States Colliers Engineering & Design Full timeOverview: Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Railroad Bridge Project Manager to join our Rail Engineering team! In this role, you will plan, design, and direct assigned projects, and/or to assist the Department Manager with all facets of rail engineering products. Offering a full range of rail planning, design and engineering services to Class 1,...
-
Service Administrator
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States Guardian Fueling Technologies LLC Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:This position will start out as part-time and will transition to a full-time role.Summary/Objective:Under the direct supervision of the Branch Manager, this position provides administrative support for the Service and Construction departments.Essential Job Functions:Review Service Tickets for billing accuracy.Enter...
-
Facilities Project Manager
3 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States Jacksonville Transportation Authority Full timeBrief Description:Under the direction of the Director - Facilities Maintenance & Transit Amenities, this position is responsible for planning, coordinating, scheduling, managing and inspecting design, engineering work, and construction in support of JTA transit and facilities projects implemented within the department. This position may be tiered at a I, II...
-
Facilities Project Manager
2 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States Jacksonville Transportation Authority Full timeBrief Description:Under the direction of the Director - Facilities Maintenance & Transit Amenities, this position is responsible for planning, coordinating, scheduling, managing and inspecting design, engineering work, and construction in support of JTA transit and facilities projects implemented within the department. This position may be tiered at a I, II...
-
Housing Specialist
4 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States Aging True Senior Services Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionSummary:This position will provide support and assistance to individuals in finding suitable housing in the community. The Mental Wellness Housing Specialist will be instrumental in helping clients secure affordable, permanent housing. The responsibilities of the Mental Wellness Housing Specialist include liaising with community...
-
Service Manager
1 month ago
Jacksonville, United States Briggs Industrial Solutions Full timeAt Briggs Industrial Solutions, our team members and our culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We believe our team members are the key to our success and we pride ourselves in hiring the highest quality people, placing emphasis on safety, ethics, integrity and respect. We are an ESOP-owned company with a customer-first focus....
-
Service Manager
2 months ago
Jacksonville, United States Mazzella Service Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionService ManagerThe Service Manager oversees the operation of the branch’s crane service business.ResponsibilitiesEnsure service branch location meets company sales and budget objectives through field productivity, scheduling, maximizing billings and controlling costsDevelop and implement the crane service budgetsProactively...
-
Customer Service Representative
2 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States MV Transportation Full timeCustomer Service Representative Job Locations US-FL-Jacksonville ID 2024-7458 Position Type Regular Full-Time Overview If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our data handling practices and your data rights. Responsibilities MV Transportation is seeking a Customer Service...
-
Customer Service Representative
4 weeks ago
Jacksonville, United States MV Transportation Full timeCustomer Service Representative Job Locations US-FL-Jacksonville ID 2024-7458 Position Type Regular Full-Time Overview If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our data handling practices and your data...
