The Family Mentor provides one-on-one support to clients by offering guidance and support to people who are struggling with substance abuse. The Family Mentor works closely with a variety of professionals to connect parents to treatment resources and provides for the safety and well-being of the children and families by delivering culturally competent services to the unique needs of the family.
DCCCA’s comprehensive continuum of substance abuse treatment and outpatient mental health counseling in Wichita offers gender-responsive and family focused services for both men and women. Located in Wichita, one of Kansas’s largest metropolitan areas, DCCCA clients come primarily from Sedgwick County but are accepted from referral sources state-wide. Substance abuse treatment services include non-medical detoxification, short term intensive and extended stay residential programs, intensive outpatient modalities, outpatient counseling and primary healthcare collaboration. Outpatient counseling for both substance use and mental health needs are facilitated via tele-health technology or in office sessions. DCCCA’s unique gender responsive program provides services to women, women with dependent children, and pregnant women. A licensed childcare, parenting, case management and mental health services are integrated into the substance abuse treatment modalities.
The Child Placing Agency Specialist provides on-going support services to foster families which includes assisting with children placed within the home. Under supervision of the Child Placing Agency Supervisor and while working closely with other assigned staff, Child Placing Agency Specialists will provide intake services and assist with placement recommendations and/or service planning. The Child Placing Agency Specialist will also help by recruiting and training foster families while also providing emotional support, professional guidance and crisis assistance.
The Behavioral Health program in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a master’s level paid intern to work with staff in our residential and outpatient facility. DCCCA’s comprehensive continuum of substance abuse treatment and outpatient mental health counseling in Wichita offers gender-responsive and family focused services for both men and women. Substance abuse treatment services include non-medical detoxification, short term intensive and extended stay residential programs, intensive outpatient modalities, outpatient counseling and primary healthcare collaboration. Outpatient counseling for both substance use and mental health needs are facilitated via tele-health technology or in office sessions. DCCCA’s unique gender responsive program provides services to women, women with dependent children, and pregnant women. A licensed childcare, parenting, case management and mental health services are integrated into the substance abuse treatment modalities.
We Kan Drive is a program that helps to remove the barriers youth in foster care face when working towards obtaining their drivers license. DCCCA and the Kansas Department for Children and Families have partnered together to provide educational and financial support to help teens and young adults. The We Kan Drive Program Specialist works closely with the We Kan Drive Program Coordinator to complete daily activities of the project.
DCCCA is looking for Recovery Support Specialists (also known in the industry as Behavioral Health Technicians) to serve at our Wichita location. Recovery Support Specialists serve an integral role in clients’ substance abuse recovery. Successful candidates provide a safe and structured environment for clients. We are looking for individuals that are compassionate, fun, consistent and reliable, and anticipate the needs of their clients and team. If you would enjoy walking alongside and supporting others in their recovery journey, engaging with them in everyday life while playing chess, volleyball, or a game of Uno, we encourage you to apply!
The main objective of the Program Assistant will be to provide support to our statewide Mental Health First Aid Oklahoma program and the Substance Use Prevention Alliance coalition in Oklahoma County by garnering community engagement through events and outreach, as well as performing daily administrative tasks. The Program Assistant will keep track of physical inventory, order supplies, schedule community events, pay vendors, book travel, check emails, answer phone calls, and welcome guests.
The Program Assistant will have the ability to make an impact by instilling trust and providing a multitude of resources to members of their community. The Program Assistant will oversee the tracking of learner progress via an online Learning Management System. This will include creating courses and learner accounts, providing technical support to learners, tracking course completion, and submitting help requests. Additionally, they will also have opportunities to be creative and work on passion projects that pertain to DCCCA’s mission.
Our ideal candidate will be service-oriented and appreciate a role that is highly structured with the occasional need for flexibility. They will also be analytical with strong attention to detail. The individual in this role will also ideally run the office social media accounts, so experience with marketing or social media is a plus.
DCCCA’s comprehensive continuum of substance abuse treatment and outpatient mental health counseling in Wichita offers gender-responsive and family focused services for both men and women. Located in Wichita, one of Kansas’s largest metropolitan areas, DCCCA clients come primarily from Sedgwick County but are accepted from referral sources state-wide. Substance abuse treatment services include non-medical detoxification, short term intensive and extended stay residential programs, intensive outpatient modalities, outpatient counseling and primary healthcare collaboration. Outpatient counseling for both substance use and mental health needs are facilitated via tele-health technology or in office sessions. DCCCA’s unique gender responsive program provides services to women, women with dependent children, and pregnant women. A licensed childcare, parenting, case management and mental health services are integrated into the substance abuse treatment modalities. The Childcare Assistant assists classroom teachers with a variety of tasks and activities for children of all ages by being an active, cooperative and supportive team member.
DCCCA’s Therapeutic Family Foster Home Program manages family foster homes providing 24-hour care for children and youth with high acuity needs. This position oversees the recruitment and selection of qualified Therapeutic Family Foster homes and Therapeutic Family Foster Home Respite Providers equipped to serve children in foster care as well as children currently receiving prevention services. The recruiter also connects with and enlists other community resources and supports to assist in serving children in Therapeutic Family Foster homes.
DCCCA’s Therapeutic Family Foster Home Program manages family foster homes providing 24-hour care for children and youth with high acuity needs This position is responsible for day-to-day activities in support of Therapeutic Foster Families. This includes supporting the specialists assigned to work with families/children, as well as assisting with coordinating support for therapeutic foster families. Under supervision of the TFFH Supervisor and while working closely with other assigned staff, Therapeutic Family Foster Home Support workers will assist in providing administrative support, scheduling and coordinating of events and services.
DCCCA’s Therapeutic Family Foster Home Program manages family foster homes providing 24-hour care for children and youth with high acuity needs This position oversees the work of specialists and support workers providing services to Therapeutic Foster Families and the children placed in their home. Under supervision of the Child Placing Agency Director, the Therapeutic Family Foster Home Supervisor will assist with staff training, continuing education, and personal support. The supervisor will also monitor compliance with program specifications, DCF and COA regulations, and adherence to the agency’s mission and values.
DCCCA’s Therapeutic Family Foster Home Program manages family foster homes providing 24-hour care for children and youth with high acuity needs. This position provides ongoing support services to Therapeutic Foster Families which includes assisting with children in the home. Under supervision of the TFFH Supervisor and while working closely with other assigned staff, Therapeutic Family Foster Home Specialists will provide intake services and assist with placement recommendations and/or service planning. The TFFH Specialist will also assist in recruiting and training foster families while also providing emotional support, professional guidance and crisis assistance.
DCCCA is looking for Recovery Support Specialists (also known in the industry as Behavioral Health Technicians) to serve at our First Step at Lake View facility. Recovery Support Specialists serve an integral role in clients’ substance abuse recovery. Successful candidates provide a safe and structured environment for clients. We are looking for individuals that are compassionate, relate well with others while upholding strong boundaries, provide consistency, and anticipate needs of the team. If you would enjoy walking alongside and supporting women in their recovery journey, engaging with them in everyday life while playing a chess, volleyball, or a game of Uno, we encourage you to apply!
First Step at Lake View offers substance abuse treatment designed to meet the unique needs of women, pregnant women, and women with dependent children. Treatment interventions include: non-medical detox, short term residential treatment, intensive outpatient services with or without supportive housing, outpatient counseling and primary healthcare collaboration. A licensed childcare, parenting, case management and mental health services are integrated into the holistic treatment program. First Step at Lake View is situated in a quiet campus setting with large areas of green space and relaxing views from all areas of the grounds and a high quality children’s playground. Outpatient substance abuse or mental health counseling are offered via tele-health technology or in office sessions.
Peer Support Specialists serve an integral role in clients’ substance use disorder recovery. Specifically, Peers engage with clients arriving for treatment who may need access to social detox services, by describing their role as a Peer, what social detox is, and what to expect. Peers are advocates for clients; they collaborate with community partners, conduct social detox screenings, determine best placement for services, and transport clients to social detox locations.
The SUD Counselor provides approved treatment services to clients and their families and consultation/training to program staff. First Step at Lake View offers substance abuse treatment designed to meet the unique needs of women, pregnant women, and women with dependent children. Treatment interventions include: non-medical detox, short term residential treatment, intensive outpatient services with or without supportive housing, outpatient counseling and primary healthcare collaboration. A licensed childcare, parenting, case management and mental health services are integrated into the holistic treatment program. First Step at Lake View is situated in a quiet campus setting with large areas of green space and relaxing views from all areas of the grounds and a high quality children’s playground. Outpatient substance abuse or mental health counseling are offered via tele-health technology or in office sessions.
Family Preservation Services (FPS) provides intensive in-home services and case management services to families who have one or more children at risk of out-of-home placement or who will be at risk of out-of-home placement at birth. The Family Support Worker provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families during the referral period by delivering culturally competent services to children and families that are responsive to the unique needs of the family.
DCCCA is recruiting for a full-time Prevention Specialist strives works to empower community members in Oklahoma County to live healthy and productive lives by providing education, resources, and community connections that prevent substance misuse, reduce harm, dispel stigma, and prevent overdose deaths. We are looking for curious, adaptable, and collaborative individuals, who thrive on connecting with people for a greater purpose. Successful candidates stay focused on big picture goals, despite changing conditions, and are driven by a passion for making a difference in the lives of others and changing the trajectory of communities.
The Behavioral Interventionist (BI) works one-on-one in the home and/or community with youth who struggle with behavioral management to the degree it threatens the stability of their living situation. The families in this program have varying levels of communication, parenting, organizational, and cleanliness skill sets. The BI works with all families, regardless of skill levels, family dynamics or home conditions.
The Family Mentor provides one-on-one support to clients by offering guidance and support to people who are struggling with substance abuse. The Family Mentor works closely with a variety of professionals to connect parents to treatment resources and provides for the safety and well-being of the children and families by delivering culturally competent services to the unique needs of the family.
The Child Placing Agency Placement Specialist accepts referral information from contractors regarding potential placements then coordinates the placements through networking and established community contacts.
Peer Support Specialists serve an integral role in clients’ substance use disorder recovery. Specifically, Peers engage with clients arriving for treatment who may need access to social detox services, by describing their role as a Peer, what social detox is, and what to expect. Peers are advocates for clients; they collaborate with community partners, conduct social detox screenings, determine best placement for services, and transport clients to social detox locations.
Family Preservation Services (FPS) provides intensive in-home services and case management services to families who have one or more children at risk of out-of-home placement or who will be at risk of out-of-home placement at birth.
DCCCA is looking for Recovery Support Specialists (also known in the industry as Behavioral Health Technicians) to serve at our First Step at Lake View facility. Recovery Support Specialists serve an integral role in clients’ substance abuse recovery. Successful candidates provide a safe and structured environment for clients. We are looking for individuals that are compassionate, relate well with others while upholding strong boundaries, provide consistency, and anticipate needs of the team. If you would enjoy walking alongside and supporting women in their recovery journey, engaging with them in everyday life while playing a chess, volleyball, or a game of Uno, we encourage you to apply!
Family mentors provide one on one support to clients. They offer guidance and support to people who are struggling with substance abuse. They generally have first-hand experience with similar traumatic events or circumstances and work closely with a variety of professionals to provide counseling and rehabilitation. Family Mentors also provide for the safety and well-being of the children and families by delivering culturally competent services to the unique needs of the family.
The Child Placing Agency Specialist provides on-going support services to foster families which includes assisting with children placed within the home. Under supervision of the Child Placing Agency Supervisor and while working closely with other assigned staff, Child Placing Agency Specialists will provide intake services and assist with placement recommendations and/or service planning. The Child Placing Agency Specialist will also help by recruiting and training foster families while also providing emotional support, professional guidance and crisis assistance.
Job Summary: The Behavioral Interventionist (BI) works one-on-one in the home and/or community with youth who struggle with behavioral management to the degree it threatens the stability of their living situation. The families in this program have varying levels of communication, parenting, organizational, and cleanliness skill sets. The BI works with all families, regardless of skill levels, family dynamics or home conditions.
Family First Prevention Services (FFPSA) is a family-centered, collaborative intervention for families with child protective services’ involvement and children 0-5 years of age, who are impacted by parental substance use. START is a voluntary program where families work with a case manager and family mentor to help parents achieve recovery and keep children in their home when safe and possible. The FFPSA Case Manager works with families where parental substance use is a concern to assist in the treatment and recovery process. The FFPSA Case Manager provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families by delivering and coordinating culturally competent case management services that are responsive to the unique needs of the family.
Peer Support Specialists serve an integral role in clients’ substance use disorder recovery. Specifically, Peers engage with clients arriving for treatment who may need access to social detox services, by describing their role as a Peer, what social detox is, and what to expect. Peers are advocates for clients; they collaborate with community partners, conduct social detox screenings, determine best placement for services, and transport clients to social detox locations.
The Child Placing Agency (CPA) Quality Systems Specialist initiates and coordinates quality improvement projects in accordance with DCCCA’s Quality Improvement plan. DCCCA has been a licensed Child Placing Agency in the state of Kansas since 2001. CPA staff work with foster parents to assist in providing the best possible services for children and families. We believe in every child's right to a stable placement with trained foster parents who are dedicated to his or her emotional and physical well-being, their educational opportunity, and permanency with the birth or adoptive family.
DCCCA has been a licensed Child Placing Agency in the state of Kansas since 2001. CPA staff work with foster parents to assist in providing the best possible services for children and families. We believe in every child's right to a stable placement with trained foster parents who are dedicated to his or her emotional and physical well-being, their educational opportunity, and permanency with the birth or adoptive family.
The Child Placing Agency Therapist works with clients to engage in services, complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, group and family counseling.
Family Preservation Services (FPS) provides intensive in-home services and case management services to families who have one or more children at risk of out-of-home placement or who will be at risk of out-of-home placement at birth. The Therapist completes and analyzes initial and on-going family assessments related to safety, stability and well-being, including mental health, substance abuse, education, emotional, social and physical well-being, parenting and parent-child relationships.
DCCCA has been a licensed Child Placing Agency in the state of Kansas since 2001. CPA staff work with foster parents to assist in providing the best possible services for children and families. We believe in every child's right to a stable placement with trained foster parents who are dedicated to his or her emotional and physical well-being, their educational opportunity, and permanency with the birth or adoptive family. The Child Placing Agency Therapist works with clients to engage in services, complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, group and family counseling.
DCCCA is recruiting for Intensive Family Preservation Therapists to serve families in the Wichita and surrounding areas. Therapists serve an integral role in keeping Kansas families together. Successful candidates are able to anticipate needs before they arise and passionate about serving as a change agent. We are looking for intrinsically motivated individuals who are driven to support children and families through significant challenges. If you would enjoy experiencing success and growth alongside families, please apply. You bring the compassion; we will bring the training and support.
