Family Services Team Lead at Upbring in Fort Worth, Texas

Job Description:

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

What You'll Do

It is the primary responsibility of the Team Lead to supervise, guide, and provide training to Family Services Workers, as well as to manage a modified caseload according to the Organization's and licensing standards as well as the requirements of federal, state, and local regulation

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field
• Child Placement Management Staff (CPMS)
• Three (3) years relevant experience in foster care, child welfare, or adoption
• Valid TX driver’s license and auto insurance coverage
• At least 21 years of age

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field
• LCPAA, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC
• One (1) year supervisory or management experience
• Bilingual (English and Spanish based on service area and service population)

Perks at Upbring

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance & more
• 403b
• 24/7 access to telemedicine and counseling services
• Emergency Assistance Program

Travel

• This position may be required to travel up to 40%

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time
• Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children
• Position requires frequent standing, walking and time in units/cottages which are areas where children reside
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 25 lbs.

The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging

We are a diverse and inclusive Organization that recognizes our strength is in the efforts of our selfless warriors. Honoring and recognizing the value and dignity of all individuals is the cornerstone of our agency. The more diverse the individuals, thought processes and lived experiences, the greater the opportunity is to combine unique perspectives to make a greater impact. Our trust, respect, and appreciation for one another is demonstrated through our communication, celebration of progress and relentless effort to be at our best TO FULLFILL OUR MISSION OF BREAKING THE CYCLE OF CHILD ABUSE.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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