CYFCP builds the capacity of families, service providers, researchers, teachers, and communities to promote the well-being of children and youth. In partnership with colleagues from across the university and the community, the center carries out basic, applied, and action research; translates research into effective programs and practice; infuses community perspectives into university research and teaching; facilitates strategic problem-solving processes; and promotes programs, practices, and policies that yield positive outcomes for children and their families.
The Healthy Transitions Project Director – a grant funded position – manages the overall scope of work for the Healthy Transitions Program. Specific responsibilities for this position include the following:
Directs all phases of project planning and implementation, function as a liaison between the collaborating agencies, monitor program fidelity and evaluation efforts, and coordinate the submission of all reports and other required activities and requests to SAMHSA
Oversees the DMHDDSAS contract deliverables
Provides direction and guidance to contracted providers on planning, implementation, and evaluation, which includes contract and budget oversight
Collaborates with child and adult mental health system partners to identify recommendations for statewide infrastructure improvements.
Will attend at least monthly DMHDDSAS Child and Adult Behavioral Health meetings to report on Healthy Transitions progress
Identifies implementation barriers and works with state and local teams to negotiate timely solutions
Provides training and technical assistance to contracted providers and community partners in relevant youth and young adult best practices
Oversees the development and implementation of the training plan for the project
Provides project oversight of the State Youth and Young Adult Coordinator and Local Youth and Young Adult Peer Support Specialist positions
Participates in trainings as prescribed by the State (e.g. Transition to Independence Process Model)
Meets with state partners on a regular basis to keep abreast of state system developments that could impact the project site activities or create opportunities for expansion
The position is stationed in western North Carolina. The Healthy Transitions Project Director may be required to travel to Raleigh (on approximately a quarterly basis) to meet face-to-face with the State Management Team. This is also occasional out-of-state travel to training and conferences related to the grant.
Minimum Qualifications:
Position requires a PhD in Social work, human services field (e.g. Psychology or Counseling), Public Health or related field of expertise; Or a Master’s degree in one of the areas with 2-3 years experience.
The position requires 3 years’ experience working in behavioral health, public health, or related human service field with at least 2 years’ experience of overall responsibility for project management, coordination, and implementation.
Preferred Qualifications:
A thorough knowledge of and experience in multiple child serving systems including education, child welfare, and juvenile justice.
Effective project management skills including setting goals and timelines; evaluating and monitoring progress; and engagement with multiple stakeholders in order to gain and maintain their focus on project overtime. Experience with overseeing Federal Grants.
Experience with understanding System of Care values and principles and knowledge of the Youth Guided approach.
Experience using data to problem-solve and develop a continuous quality improvement process across systems. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are needed.
Supervisory experience. Leadership, coaching, and team-building skills. Ability to manage conflict and work well with diverse workforce. Approachable, calm style encouraging open communication across stakeholders.
Licensure in North Carolina – LCSW, LCSWA, LCPC, LPCA, LP, LPA, LCAS or LCSA-A
About The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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