Family and Children First Council Director

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Contract position 1099 employee.

Job Description

Job Summary :    Directs the administration of the Fayette County Family and Children First Council and responsible for implementing policies and programs as determined by the Council, responsible for planning, organizing and conducting daily business of the Council, work is performed independently under the direction of the council and Administrative Agent within the standards established by the council.

Primary Duties :

• Serve as primary contact for all Council related projects and initiatives.
• Serve as community liaison with local agencies and public on behalf of Council. Participate in collaborative efforts as Council representative.
• Coordinate all Council meetings, Executive Board meetings, Council committee meetings and all related activities including ensuring agendas, minutes, financial reports and any other related information is provided.
• Prepare, submit, and monitor annual Operational Capacity Building Funds (OCBF) Grant. Provide follow- up to attendance requirements for mandated members.
• Monitor and review Family Centered Support Services (FCSS) reimbursement reports and ensure timely submission.
• Serve as Chair for the Multi System Youth Committee and conduct monthly meetings.
• Manage the County System of Care for multi-system youth and their families.
• Serve as liaison with state OFCFC office, attend regional and state meetings and required trainings. Coordinate and provide oversight to Council programs and initiatives.
• Research, prepare and monitor grants to support work of Council.
• Serve as resource for callers seeking information about community services.
• Coordinate public relations efforts on behalf of Council. Make public presentations about Council.
• Work with members and community partners to establish Council priorities (Expansion of Service coordination / wraparound and Early Intervention, Reduce the number and the amount of time youth spend in out of home placements, Increase youth assets and keep families substance free).
• Develop and monitor Council budget with assistance from the Administrative Agent. Prepare purchase orders, process and submit invoices, reconcile monthly spreadsheets, develop financial reports for wraparound youth.
• Provide oversight to the Multi-System Youth (MSY) program including reviewing and submitting applications to the state for funding requests and communicating with the parties involved which may include the parent / s, wraparound facilitator, residential treatment facility and / or other community agencies.
• Complete and comply with all relevant requirements, reports, and documents consistent with areas of responsibility.
• Recruit family advocates and family representatives to help further the mission of the Family and Children First Council.
• Maintain accuracy and compliance with Service Coordination Mechanism
• Plan, write, and produce an annual review of community services and an annual report.

Qualifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, TEAMS, and SharePoint). Exceptional computer skills, ability to prepare advanced-level correspondence and read and understand state and federal rules and regulations. Ability to work concurrently on multiple tasks / projects. Must be adaptable and willing to work in a team environment.

Fayette County Is An Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Additional Information

Contract position 1099 employee.

$20.00 per hour up to 32 hours per week

This position will remain open until September 26, 2025