Mississippi Wraparound Institute Specialist

Mississippi Wraparound Institute Specialist

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Mississippi Wraparound Institute Specialist.

Position Details
Location	Hattiesburg 118 College Drive Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001 United States
Division	Social Work
Position Type	Staff
Employment Status	Full Time
Grant Funded	Yes
Salary Range	43,798.00 - 59,256.00
Pay Grade	E09
Posting Close Date	January 31, 2024

Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume and the contact information of three references
 
Job Summary 
Responsible for scheduling and providing training, coaching, and technical assistance to Mississippi Wraparound providers. Performs and documents fidelity audits for all Mississippi Wraparound providers. Presents informational programs to educational and professional groups to increase the potential workforce and expand the number of Wraparound providers in the state.  Tracks process and outcome data for program evaluation purposes.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

Provides Wraparound training and coaching to direct care and supervisory personnel in Wraparound provider agencies. 
Conducts onsite certification review visits / audits of Wraparound provider agency documentation in accordance with state regulations.

Works with state organizations to coordinate and schedule onsite certification reviews for all Wraparound certified provider agencies.

Handles tracking requirements for MWI Wraparound certified provider organization operational guidelines.
Enter and manages provider agency documentation including quarterly submissions, CFTM scheduling and informed consent forms.

Attends and contributes in the planning and coordination of MWI quarterly stakeholders, monthly partnership, and weekly internal meetings.

Understands and implements MWI technical assistance standards using the NWIC Wraparound Coaching Model.

Assists the National Wraparound Coaches in the planning and implementation of quarterly booster workshops and trainings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or Human Services discipline and Wraparound experience; National Wraparound Implementation Center certification within six months of hire date; valid Driver’s License.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
 

• Knowledge of children’s mental health diagnoses and treatment modalities.
• Familiarity with social service systems involved in child welfare.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to effectively present information to program stakeholders, public groups, and/or board, council, or advisory members.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Organizational and planning skills to prioritize work, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and take initiative.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret data sets for reporting purposes.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision.
• Ability to develop curriculum.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to travel statewide or complete overnight stays. 

 

 

 

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in providing wraparound services

 

 

 

About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 146 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others.  USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.