TREK; Teaching, Reaching Kids Coordinator​/facilitatorof AB​/EL pro

Overview

JOB ABSTRACT The CFSS TREK Coordinator is central to the coordination and delivery of community based Adventure Therapy/Experiential Learning programming. The program serves youth involved with the Departments of Children and Families and Mental Health. TREK provides adaptive programming for youth and adults on the Autism Spectrum. WILLD, a program of TREK, is a community-based adventure therapy program funded by the Department of Public Health and provides intervention and treatment for Youth/Young Adults at risk for or currently involved with substance use/misuse.

The Coordinator is responsible to oversee the provision of TREK programming in the Central Mass corridor. The Coordinator works with referral sources and the team to attend to the three domains of home, school/work (as indicated) and community to help develop and maintain a supportive web of care. The Coordinator demonstrates a commitment to the empowerment of children, families, and adolescents to realize their potential.

Incorporate the agency philosophy of systemic thinking. Use resources from the community and agency with awareness of social policies and concerns for clients. Facilitate the integrity of the family while ensuring the safety of all family members. The Coordinator is responsible to work with the Director and Assistant Director to manage program service delivery, budget, staff training and supervision and other Division Leadership responsibilities.

This position sits on the Extended Leadership Team as a middle manager role.

The qualified candidate must demonstrate an understanding of or readiness to learn trauma informed care. This position must demonstrate an understanding of impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences on family systems; substance use or addiction; mental health and trauma; cultural identity; gender identity; high risk behaviors and the impact of collateral trauma and marginalization. Strong relationship-building skills required. Excellent communication and computer skills required.

Valid driver’s license, reliable and safe transportation required.

The qualified candidate will have a Bachelor’s or higher degree in Human Services, Counseling, Social Work or closely related field and at least five years experience working with youth and families. Excellent communication and computer skills required. This is a full-time position located in Central Massachusetts and will include community-based travel and implementation. Work schedule must accommodate the needs of the participants and program delivery schedule.

Bilingual/Bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply.

In addition to very competitive salaries LUK offers a substantial and unique benefit package. Please apply even if you don t fully fit all criteria. We may have some Lead Staff/facilitation work as well. LUK has deep roots in Central Massachusetts. We’re driven by our values and we’re serious about our work. It’s not easy work, but it is rewarding! With Crisis as our middle name (LUK Crisis Center), we are well versed in handling all kinds of issues that may arise.

LUK exists to help people thrive – the people we serve and the people who work here. We appreciate creative thinking, uniqueness, and tenacity. We encourage staff to participate in numerous opportunities to grow as an individual and a member of a team, influence others and be influenced, be your best and do your best. We provide individualized services to the people we work with and offer flexibility so that staff can meet responsibilities at work and outside of work.

The community is “LUK-y” to have the skills, experience, and talent of our staff.

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The CFSS TREK Coordinator provides and oversees delivery of strength-based services to young adults/adults to support progress toward their goals. The Coordinator serves as a liaison between the program and the Department of Developmental Services.

• Coordinate all TREK services provided by LUK.
• Supervise program staff, including responsibility for evaluating and…