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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBOYS AND GIRLS HOMES OF NORTH CAROLINA P.O. BOX 127, 400 FLEMINGTON DRIVE LAKE WACCAMAW, NORTH CAROLINA POSITION/DEPARTMENT: CASE MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT DEPARTMENT: Residential PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.Two (2) years experience working with client populationMust have a complete physical with TB by a doctor prior to reporting to work. Physical health must meet all standards as established by the Department of Human Resources or other local agencies governing childcare. Medical examination shall include tests necessary to determine that the individual does not have any communicable disease or condition that poses significant risk of transmission in the facility. Must be completed on a DSS Physical Form and given to HR.Valid North Carolina drivers license, an acceptable driving record and insurable by BGHNC carrier.Must successfully complete all phases of pre-service and on-going training, including, but not limited to, physical restraint training, First Aid, CPR/AED, Universal Precautions, and Medication Administration. Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job. Background investigation required. Must provide HR with a written negative drug screening test prior to hiring.SUPERVISOR/CHAIN OF COMMAND: Chief Residential OfficerWORKING SCHEDULE: Exempt, full-time professional, flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position and BGHNC.GENERAL SUMMARY:The primary responsibility of the Case Management Consultant is to provide program development andsupport services to direct care staff serving youth assigned in group homes. The position's jobresponsibilities include implementing direct care services through use of the agency's Teaching FamilyModel of Care, and working with adolescents, families, volunteers, and community representatives inthe group home and community settings. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for leadership and operational management of a core team and provide development support in full implementation of the Teaching Family Model of Care.Mentor, coach and supervise staff with a common goal to improve outcomes for young people in care.Provide supervision, monitor workloads and individual performance.Role modeling the best practice principles and your understanding of the Teaching Family Model of Care to young people and the team. SERVICES RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Implement direct care services according to an individualized service plan and consistent with the agency's Teaching Family Model of Care. 2. Teach youth a curriculum of skills, including social, self-regulation, independent living and academic skills. 3. Develop, to the highest degree possible, a normalized family-style home environment providing counseling, concern, direction, assistance, and support for the youth in care. Develop and participate in creative activities for youths and staff. 4. Model appropriate moral, ethical, and professional values for youths, colleagues, and the community-at-large.Regularly seek consultation from appropriate supervisory staff, provide detailed information regarding significant issues affecting youth in care, and accept and implement feedback.Establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with all program consumers including but not limited to, youths, parents/family, school personnel, neighbors, referral agencies, administrators, etc.Assure completionn of daily operational functions such as facility cleaning (interior and exterior) and maintenance, cooking, shopping, supplies inventory, manage financial/budget tasks, and other rotating assignments.Actively monitor all aspects of the residential campus property. Work with multiple departments to ensure maintenance of all property in clean, safe, attractive manner. Comply with guidelines for property maintenance and management.Drive agency vehicles for purpose of transporting youths and operating all facets of the