Representative Town Meeting Budget and Special Meeting - DAY 2 (linked)

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GENERAL FUND
2023 - 2024 PROPOSED BUDGET
DEPT/AGENCY: 10119 YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
ACTUAL | 2023/2024
2021/2022 2022/2023 EXPEND & DEPT/ | 2023/2024 | Department | Department
ACTUAL 2022/2023 | ADDITIONAL/ |ENCUMBASOF| AGENCY | APPROVED | Request$ | Request %
_ LINE ITEM DESCRIPTION EXPENDED |RTMAPPROP.| TRANSFERS 1/1/23 REQUEST | BD/comm. | Increase Increase
PERSONNEL COSTS
51110 ADMINISTRATION 143,946 151,689 139,897 (11,792) 7.771%
51210 CLERICAL/TECHNICAL 124,312 73,253 42,053 (31,200) “42.59%
51810 OVERTIME 461 0 0 0 0.00%
51920 FICA 18,996 17,208 13,919 (3,289) “19.11%
SUBTOTAL 287,715 242,150 0 0 195,869 0 (46,281) ~19.11%
SERVICES
52020 POSTAGE At 200 200 0 0.00%
52030 PROFESSIONAL FEES 26,988 22,000 32,000 10,000 45.45%
52040 SERVICE CONT.& REPAIRS 1,334 1,060 1,060 0 0.00%
52050 DUES, CONF, & EDUCATION 550 550 550 0 0.00%
52080 TELEPHONE 7,393 2,200 7,200 0 0.00%
52380 PROGRAMS 4,347 4,000 7,948 3,948 98.70%
SUBTOTAL 35,853 30,010 0 0 43,958 0 13,948 46.48%
DEPARTMENT TOTAL 323,568 272,160 0 0 239,827 0 (32,333) “11.88%

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Town of Waterford Youth & Family Services FY 24 Budget ~ 10119
Youth & Family Services
Prepared by Dani Gorman, MS, Director
Presented on behalf of the Youth & Family Services Advisory Board
Mike Buscetto, Chairman
FY24- $239,827
FY 23: $272,160

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WYES FY24
Waterford Youth & Family Services
2023-2024
FY 24 Annual Budget
Index
Duties and Responsibilities of WYFS
Plans to Restrain Budgetary Growth
Annual Report
51000: Series Salaries
10119-51110 Administration
10119-51210 Clerical
10119-51920 FICA
52000 Series Services
10119-52020 Postage
10119-52030 Professional Fees
10119-52040 Service Contracts
10119-52050 Dues and Memberships
10119-52080 Phone
10119-52380 Programs
‘Total Budget Calculation
Personnel Cost Summary
Fringe Benefit Cost Summary
Inventory Update
Revenues
Fee Schedule
Grant Funding . ,
Camp DASH Seasonal Staff
Mental Health Independent Contractor Backup
Program Backup
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WYFS FY24
To: Board of Selectmen, Board of Finance, RTM
From: Dani Gorman, Human Services Administrator
Re: Duties and Responsibilities of Waterford Youth & Family Services ~ FY 24
Since its inception in 1991, Waterford Youth and Family Services (WYFS) has committed itself
to providing quality programs and addressing the needs of children and families so that they have
as many opportunities as possible to reach their fullest potential. At the core of the department’s
functions is the premise that all of our programs should be accessible, equitable and inclusive.
During the past year, the State Department of Children and Families, who now provides the seed
grant funding for the department, charged the Dillinger Group to measure key performance
indicators of all youth service bureaus in Connecticut. The Dillinger Group found that Waterford
received above average scores on all benchmarks it evaluated. Most notable were the high scores
WYFS received for its ability to provide services in accordance with state mandates as well as,
being equitable and inclusive. The report as a whole reaffirmed the department’s commitment to
insuring access and being responsive to the needs of the community.
While the Dillinger Group provided us with great insight, we have, for over a decade, used data-
gathering platforms to improve our understanding of consumers’ needs and to measure
outcomes. This type of data gathering has allowed us to see, sometimes in real-time, what
' children, families, and adults need the most. It has also been the best way for us to measure our
performance and to see where improvements can be made. For this reason, Youth and Family
Services has understandably evolved based on the needs of its residents gathered through data
(and performance indicators). Requests for the department’s services have never been in such
greater demand than in the past year. From our youngest consumers to residents nearing their
retirement years, the department has become an essential source of help, support, and hope —
especially for those stricken by hardships. Mental health services and help with human services
were highly sought in Fiscal Year 2023 with waiting lists for afterschool programming at record
breaking levels. The performance measures for the Juvenile Review Board indicated successful
outcomes with 98 % of its cases closing successfully. The Waterford Juvenile Review Board has
one of the state’s most successful records.
For over three decades of service, Youth and Family Services (which now includes the
Waterford Community Food Bank) has been at the foreground of helping residents rebuild their
lives, but never as much as in the last few years. Through very difficult times, we never wavered
in our commitment and we positioned ourselves to be available at all times — we remained
invested and the Fiscal Year 2024 budget is a reaffirmation and reflection of the staff, programs
and services that are needed to help its residents during their difficult days as well as times of
celebration.

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WYFS FY24
To: Board of Selectmen, Board of Finance, RTM
From: Dani Gorman, Human Services Administrator
Re: Plans to Restrain Budgetary Growth
The Youth and Family Services Fiscal Year 2024 budget presentation is reflection of the needs
of our residents; especially reflective of the outsized emotional impact of the pandemic on
children and their families. In Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023, Town leaders took critical measures
to be responsive of the pandemic-aftermath on its residents; emotionally, physically, and
socially. From rethinking staffing to the expansion of mental health services and social services,
Waterford was very thoughtful in its approach to helping residents rebuild their lives if the
pandemic had impacted them. For many, the pandemic did leave children and families with a
feeling of displacement and uncertainty. .
In the past year and based on data gathered post-pandemic, two newly assigned positions were
implemented:
The Human Services Administrator merged the Youth and Family Services and Senior Services
directors into a shared leader role which provided for cost-savings, more efficiency and a greater
capacity to achieve more critical objectives (like providing increased mental health services).
The new position oversees a continuum of care that spans the life-cycle while still respects the
autonomy and functions of each department. Organizational charts for each department were
only slightly changed and truly inspired a more responsive approach.
The Human Services Coordinator, funded for two years by the American Rescue Plan Act, has
overseen the coordination of critical mental health services for now both departments as well as,
the delivery of social services assistance that has been vital for residents of all ages. Both mental
health and social services remain in high demand with individual counseling at record levels. In
the Fiscal Year 2024, the Human Services Coordinator position is placed in the budget
presentation for permanent standing. In the Youth and Family Services budget, 64% of the salary
is represented due to the Waterford Community Food Bank falling under the umbrella of Youth
& Family Services.
The Fiscal Year 2024 Youth and F amily Services Budget represents a 12 percent decrease from
Fiscal Year 2023. This budget decrease mainly impacts staffing with these personnel changes
which have already been in place and measured for effective service delivery in 2023. The 2024
budget presentation is a reflection of accountability, intervention, efficiency, and responsiveness.
Notable Budget Details:
Reductions;
Administration - as detailed above

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WYFS FY24
Clerical - Through thoughtful negotiations with the 1303 Collective Bargaining Unit, the Youth
Services Secretary position was reduced to 24 hours per week and a receptionist / clerk was
retained. The receptionist / clerk position was a new position (for our department — inherited
from the Finance Department in FY2023). In total, the 24 hour position coupled with the 19 hour
position provide for fulltirne coverage and what is needed to fulfill the work.
Increases:
Professional Fees — Additional ftinding is needed to support the increasing mental and behavioral
health needs of our community due an increased demand.
Programs are increased to meet the high demand for after-school programs and community
engagement opportunities.

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This year’s Annual Report reflects the department’s steadfast
commitment for its youngest residents, their families as well as
those struggling with food insecurities or experiencing difficulties
to make ends meet. It’s been an honor for me to lead a
department that never waivers in its efforts to provide
opportunities, help, and, especially, inspire hope. The past year had
unprecedented requests for services, and the staff, and group of
volunteers who represent the department never hesitated in their
delivery of programs, meals, and human services. Children flocked
to our after-school and camp programs and families sought mental
health services like at no other time in the nearly 3 decade
presence of the department. While the pandemic placed us at the
frontlines, especially with the Waterford Community Food Bank,
the past year placed us at the foreground; helping residents rebuild
so they could return to the lives they once knew and reach their
fullest potentials. In the pages ahead, you will see how highly
sought after our services have been, how increasingly important
our programs have become, and how deeply invested we are in
Waterford’s residents of all ages — but especially our youngest
consumers. Our Annual Report is truly a source of enormous pride
and a sincere reflection of how devoted we remain to the
community and residents we serve.

Michael Cristofaro - Parent Representative, Meaghan Lineburgh - ecording Secretary, Jordon Dunkerly - Student
Representative, Brandon Smith — Board Member, SRO Dan Lane - Police L artment Liaison, Lisa Sachatello - Parent
Representative, Tracy Moore — Superintendent's Designee, Jody Nazarchyk - Board of Selectmen Liaison, Kathleen
Elbaum - Board of Education Liaison, Briana Smith - Student Representative & Erin McNamara — Parent Representative
Not Pictured -
Michael Buscetto III — Chairman, Marc Balestrassi - Chief of Police, Robert Jj. Brule - First Selectman,
Davonta Valentine - Professional Youth-Serving Organization Representative Joseph Filippetti - Board of Finance
Liaison & Chris Muckle - Community Representative
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In the past year (and especially since COVID-19), Waterford committed itself to focusing on
helping residents with human needs and taking an interdisciplinary approach to improving the
overall quality of life of its residents. A designated Human Services Coordinator works with
residents to remediate problems, administer social services programs, improve accessibility, and
oversees mental health services in coordination with the contracted clinical director. Within this
sector of our work for Youth and Family Services and Senior Services, the data reflects 100s of
residents being served and provided with programs and services that meet the unique needs of
individuals, families, and seniors.
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$2400 given to 100 Seniors
DSS Benefits
SNAP Applications for Food
Housing
Meals On Wheels
Waterford Cares Teams
Other Services (Handicap Resources, Home Repairs,
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Mental Health
The department’s mental health services
sere in no greater demand than this past
year. The aftereffects from the height of the
pandemic have critically impacted so many
residents emotionally, psychologically, and
socially. Because we had mental health
services already in place, we were able to
help children, families, and adults at every
stage of their lives. From capturing
problems at early onset to providing
comprehensive counseling for serious
mental health concerns, the department's
clinical team worked hard to help residents
realize their full potential, cope with the
stresses of life, and make meaningful
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Since its inception as a program of Waterford Youth and Family Services, the
Waterford Community Food Bank has served thousands of residents struggling with
food insecurities. The food bank and its devoted group of volunteers have expanded
its options to include paper goods, toiletries, kid-friendly snacks, and a “client choice”
option that allows its consumers to choose the items they need. This new option has
not only given residents more control over their food choices, but respects their sense
of dignity.
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At no other time than in the past few years has the Food Bank been in such high demand. As
grocery food prices have increased, residents have needed the Food Bank with greater frequency
and need. For Waterford’s families and seniors, the food bank has provided on-going relief
financially and emotionally. .
In the past year, the Waterford Community Food Bank has served as a model program for other |
( organizations and municipalities hoping to start a program. Its well-maintained layout,
~~ consumer-friendly food options, partnerships, and welcoming volunteers have made the food
bank a source of community pride. This Annual Report not only reflects the great number of
households the program has served, but the hundreds of donors who have sustained the Food
Bank with food and financial donations. 4

Private Donations
We have developed and
sustained profound
relationships with key private
donors that continually support
our mission
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Our relationship with local businesses.
has become a cornerstone to our
mission. The gerierosity of local business
leaders has allowed us to expand the
scope of our mission.
Volunteers
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Volunteers, or the dozens of
Adult Volunteers, the kindness
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everything that we have
accomplished in FY22.
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WYFS FY24
SERIES 51000: Personnel / Salaries
Administration: 10119-51110
Director
GGA Class D 260 Days (@50%) Shared with Senior Serv. | $54,959
Longevity 1% __$824
$55,783
Program Coordinator
GGA Class A 260 Days
$59,122
Human Services Coordinator
GGA Class B 195 Days (@ 54%) Shared with Senior Services
$24,992
Clerical: 10119-51210*
Youth Services Secretary
Part Time $26,245
24 hour per week position
Receptionist/Clerk
Part Time $15,808
19 hour per week position
*A $5,000 stipend received from BOE (see projected FY24 revenue) will be used to provide clerical
support.
* A $14,000 stipend received from State Dept. of Education (see projected FY24 revenue) will be used to
provide clerical support.
| Total Salaries (Administrative + Clerical) | $181,950 |
FICA: 10119-51920
Salaries: $181,950
FICA Rate: _x .0765 $13,919
Total FICA
TOTAL SERIES 51000: $195,869
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SERIES 52000: Services
Postage: 10119-52020 :
Background: Postage expenses have remained low due to the department’s efforts to use
electronic mail whenever possible. No changes are proposed.
Budget Year Amount Requested Amount Spent
20-21 . $200 $360
21-22 $200 $241
22-23 $200 YTD $17 YTDs as
| of 12/6
| Postage Request FY 24 | _ $200 |
Professional Fees: 10119-52030
Background: Contracted services are provided by licensed/self-insured clinicians. In the past couple of
years, we have been able to utilize funding through grants. Costs associated with this line are consumer-
driven and off-set by grant funding. Based on performance indicators, the highest of the post-pandemic, it
is proposed to increase this line by $10,000.00.
Budget Year Amount Requested Amount Spent
20-21 $22,000 $19,324
21-22 $22,000 $26,987
22-23 $22,000 YTD $17,810
} Professional Fees Request FY 24 } $32,000 |
Service Contracts and Repairs: 10119-52040
Background: The only amount requested in this line is for the department’s leased copier. Cost
per month = $77.23
Budget Year Amount Requested Amount Spent
20-21 $12,000 $820
21-22 $1,060 $1,334
22-23 $1,060 YTD $418
| Service Contracts Request FY 24 | $1,060
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Dues, Conferences and Education: 10119-52050
Background: The annual dues is for Waterford to maintain its membership with the Connecticut
Youth Services Association (CYSA). Consisting of 99 member towns, CYSA advocates to
sustain or increase state funding.
Phone: 10119-52080
Budget Year Amount Requested Amount Spent
20-21 $550 $550
21-22 $550 $550.
22-23 $550 YTD $0
| Dues, Conferences FY 24 | $550 |
Background: The costs for this line applies to cell phones, which are carried off-site and after-
hours.
Budget Year Amount Requested Amount Spent
20-21 $2,200 $3,110
21-22 $2,200 $2,393
22-23 $2,200 YTD $931
| Phone. Request FY 24 | $2,200
Programs: 10119-52380
Background: Costs which are not covered by grants. Based on key performance indicators, we
propose increasing this line to support all efforts of expanded community engagement.
Budget Year Amount Requested Amount Spent
20-21 $4,000 $2,511
21-22 $4,000 $4,347
22-23 $4,000 YTD $1,460
| Program Request FY 24 | $7,948 |
[TOTAL SERIES 52000 $43,958
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Total Budget Calculation
TOTAL SERIES 51000 $195,869
TOTAL SERIES 52000 $43,958
TOTAL BUDGET 2023 — 2024 (FY 24) $239,827
Personnel Cost Summary
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Youth & Family Services
FY 2023 — 2024 (FY 24) Budget
Line Position Date of | Status Salary Salary | Longevity; FICA
Item Hire 2023 2024 Overtime
51110 Director 12/01/08 | Active | $91,426 | $54,959 $824 $4,267
51110 Program 1/14/2019 | Active | $59,122 | $59,122 n/a $4,523
Coordinator
51110 Human 10/4/2021 | Active $ $24,992 n/a $1,912
Services 9 months
Coordinator
TOTAL > > > $150,548 | $139,073 $824 $10,702
51110
Line Position Date of Status | - Salary Salary | Longevity | FICA
Item Hire 2023 2024 Overtime
51210 Secretary Vacant Active | $46,658 | $26,245 n/a $2,008
Clerk
51210 | Receptionist | 12/28/1998 | Active | $26,595 | $15,808 n/a 1,209
TOTAL > > > $72,253 | $42,053 > $3,217
51210
Total 51110 $150,599
Total 51210 $45,270
*'Fotali. $195,869
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FRINGE BENEFIT WORKSHEET
TOWN OF WATERFORD
2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR
TOWN OF WATERFORD
PERSONNEL WORKSHEET — YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
2023/2024 FISCAL YEAR
LINE 51920
HOURS TOTAL PAYROLL
WORKED/ | HOURLY | SALARY | SALARY EMPLOYEE | ‘TAXES
DATE OF HIRE EMPLOYEE WEEK RATE | 2022/2023 | 2023/2024 | LONGEVITY | . SALARY (f.1C.A)
51110 - ADMINISTRATION
12/01/08 | Director 20 | N/A 91,426 $54,959 824.00 $55,783 4,267
Program
01/14/19 | Coordinator 40 | N/A 59,122 59,122 N/A $59,122 4,523
Human Services
10/4/21 | Coordinator 20 | N/A 24,992 N/A $24,992 1,912
| TOTALS 150,548 139,073 824.00 139,897 10,702
51210 - CLERICAL/TECHNICAL
12/22/14 | Secretary/Clerk 40/24 $21.03 46,658 26,245 N/A 26,245 2,008
12/28/98 | Receptionist 19 $16.00 26,595 15,808 N/A 15,808 1,209
TOTALS 73,253 42,053 0.00 42,053 3,217
51810 - OVERTIME 0.00 0.00 0.00
TOTALS - DEPAREFMENT 223,801 181,126 824.00 181,950 13,919
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INVENTORY UPDATE
EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES in EXCESS OF $1,000
Department/Agency:
Equipment/Vehicles purchased or disposed
DESCRIPTION OF ITEM DATE OF PURCHASE COST LOCATION
N/A
Budgeted acquisition —
DATE OF ESTIMATED
DESCRIPTION OF ITEM. PURCHASE ESTIMATED COST
N/A
TOWN OF WATERFORD
PROPOSED REVENUE BY DEPARTMENT
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2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR
All revenues from each department must be listed in the following categories. Please add any revenue lines that
are not listed below.
DEPARTMENT:
Youth and Family Services
LINE ITEM
2021-2022
ACTUAL
2022-2023
ACTUAL
2023-2024
BUDGET
2023-2024
PROPOSED
VARIANCE
Alarm Monitoring
Alarm Penalties
Ambulance Subsidy
Beach Admission Fees
Benefit Assessments
Bulky Waste Fees
Conveyance Tax
Copy Fees
East Lyme Animal Control Fee
Enhanced E 9-1-1
Fines/Penalties
Hazardous Household Waste
inspection Fees
Interest/Lien Fees
Inter-Municipal Revenues
Miscellaneous
Permitting/Licensing Fees
Program/Registration Fees
Recording Fees
Regional Communications Fees
Rentals
Sale of Recyclables
State Operational Grants
$14,186
$ 14,000
$14,000
$14,000
Tipping Fees
Versa Kart/Blue Box Purchases
*BOE Stipend
$5,000
$5,000
$5,000
$5,000
TOTALS
$19,000
$19,000
$19,000
$19,000
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FEE SCHEDULE
Program Fee Estimated YTD
Yearly Income
Afterschool $35 $4,375 $1,153
Programs
Waterford Youth Services Bureau Grant Funding*
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22-23
_Grant 21-22 23-24
DHMAS Local Prevention Council $7,103 $4,500 $4,775
Gardiner Family Foundation (Donation) $15,000 $15,000 $15,000
Pending Pending
State Dept. of Education $14,186 $14,000 $14,000
State Dept. of Education Youth Enhancement $10,866 $17,917 $10,866
Summer Enrichment Grant $15,000 $6,750 $6,750
Total Grant Funding $62,155 $58,167 $51,391 |
*We continue to seek out alternative sources of funding and innovative opportunities, which
permit us to sustain and / or “grow” programs and services.
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Town of Waterford Youth & Family Services
Special Revenues Program* Staff
Seasonal / Occasional | Grade | Average # - Youth Services
Position Employees Program
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Seasonal Assistants Ol 3-8 e Afterschool Camp
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Programs
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Camp Assistant 04 85 e Afterschool Camp
Activities
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Youth Services Assistant | 10 5-10
Afterschool Camp
Activities
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@ Recess Programs
Camp D.A.S.H.
Camp Director il 5 e Afterschool Camp
Activities
e Recess Programs
*All positions listed have been vetted through the Personnel Review Board and Human Resources. None
of the positions is contractual in nature and / or defined as “independent contractors.”
Camp D.A.S.H. is 6-8 week summer camp program, offered M-F from 7:30am-5:30pm. The camp
(seasonally) employs approximately 85 people with each staff person engaging in 15-35 hours per week.
Camp tuition payments subsidize all salaries, supplies, activities, and fringe benefits.
Camp D.A.S.H. inspired afterschool programs offered during the school year in 6-8 week cycles per
program. Each afterschool program (seasonally) employs three staff. Program fees and grants subsidize
salaries, supplies, activities, and fringe benefits.
Recess / special programs are often Camp D. A.S.H. inspired mini workshops and take place during the
holidays or weekends. Based on need, each program (seasonally) employs 3-5 staff. Salaries are paid
through grant funds.
None of these positions exceeds 988 hours per year.
Mental Health Independent Contractor Backup $32,000
Background:
The Town of Waterford enters into contractual agreements with Master-level clinicians. The
agreements are between the Town and the clinicians and detail the standards that exist for
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independent contractors and their roles as mental health providers. The contractors also provide
the Town with their liability insurance at a level of coverage that is required by the Town. The
clinician’s credentials (license, resume and references), contract, and liability insurance are all on
file with the Town.
The number of clinicians contracted is based on the needs of the department/ Town. Contractors
enter into 1 year agreements. The agreements are signed by the First Selectman based on
recommendation from the Town Attorney and Finance Director. The Human Services
Administrator oversees the vetting of the clinician.
The rate per hour is negotiated between the contractor and Town and based on the clinician’s
licensing and years of experience.
Mental health services provided are identified as follows:
e Individual counseling
Family Therapy
Support Groups
Crisis Interventions
Risk Assessments
Substance Use Assessments
Mental Health Check-Ups
The Licensed Clinical, Social Worker (LCSW / the most senior clinician) is also
contracted to provide supervision to the other clinicians - to ensure professional standards
are met and to review treatment plans. The LCSW also assigns cases and reviews files.
Typical length of service per client varies
Additional hours and weeks offset by grant funding
Contracted rate per hour fees are as follows for current clinicians:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
60 per hour 5 per week x 47 weeks = $14,100
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Licensed Professional Counselor (MS LPC)
40 per hour x 3 clients per week x 45 weeks = $5400
Masters Social Worker (MSW)
40 per hour x 3 clients per week x 45 weeks = $5400
Supervision provided by LCSW
60 x 2 clinicians / 1 hour each per week x 45 weeks= $5400
Emergency / crisis calls
LCSW $60 x 26 hours per year anticipated = $1560
Substitute Clinician $40 x 3.5 hours per year anticipated= $140
Program Backup $7248
Youth Promise — This in-school program led by a Waterford Police school resource officer and
the Youth and Family program coordinator (in partnership with Waterford Public Schools)
provides all 5" grade students with a 10 session program (45 minutes per session) that teach
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children about peer pressure, conflict-resolution, social media, substance abuse, and good
decision-making.
2-3 classes per school / 18 students per class (average based on trending school population)
Students are provided with a lesson book, activities, guest speakers, and a graduation t-shirt.
Estimated 18 students per classroom
3 classrooms per school
3 elementary schools
162 students total x $6 per t-shirt (trending price) = $972
Girls Circle Program — An evidenced based program of the One Circle Foundation will be
increased to offer this program 3x per year / 10 sessions per cycle. We have offered this program
and have trained facilitators, The demand for this program is high. This is a proposed increase.
Description - The Girls Circle model, a structured support group for girls and youth who identify
with female development from 9-18 years, integrates relational theory, resiliency practices, and
skills training in a specific format designed to increase positive connection, personal and
collective strengths, and competence in girls.(One Circle Foundation)
Program Supply Breakdown:
Mother / Daughter Activity Guide: . $221
Diversity Activity Guide $168
Wise and Well Activity Guide $116
Who I am Activity Guide $116
Relationships with Peers Activity Guide — $116
PRIDE Activity Guide $225
Evaluation Toolkit . $83
$1045
Boys Council - An evidenced based program of the One Circle Foundation will be increased to
offer this program 3x per year / 10 sessions per cycle. We have offered this program and have
trained facilitators, The demand for this program is high. This is a proposed incréase.
Description: Boys gain skills and knowledge to navigate growing up male in today’s society
through the introduction of topics and experiential activities that address a myriad of relevant
challenges - safely, powerfuily, and within a spirit of “council” connection. Boys will explore:
relationships, conflict resolution, education, leadership, community service, diversity, mass
media messages, personal values, integrity, and future goals. (One Circle Foundation)
While we have trained facilitators, we piloted this program in FY23 with great success. The
program cost is for the complete set of training materials from One Circle Foundation.
$1371
Guiding Good Choice Program — Evidence based program. Will be offered 2x per year. Based
on performance indicators this program is needed within our community.
Guiding Good Choices (GGC) is a family-competency training program that promotes healthy,
protective parent-child interactions and reduces children’s risk for early substance use.
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Prosocial family bonding is developed by targeting three goals: 1) increasing the frequency of
opportunities for prosocial involvement in the family, 2) strengthening the child’s skills for
prosocial involvements (e.g., participating in family activities and governance) and resisting
peer pressure; and 3) recognizing and rewarding child behaviors that conform to family rules
and expectations and using appropriate consequences for rule violations. The program targets
families of children in elementary school. (GGC)
1 year subscription for 4 users at $240 per user
$960
Juvenile Review Board (JRB) — This prevention program is designed for first time juvenile
offenders to divert them from court to a more community-based approach. The Waterford
Juvenile Review Board is made up of members appointed by the Chief of Police, Superintendent
of Schools, Human Services Administrator. Each appointee serves one year terms. The
Waterford board’s outcomes are measured by the Department of Children and Families. The
Waterford Juvenile Review Board has one of the most successful records in the State with
juvenile offenders not repeating their offenses. Juveniles are provided with counseling,
community service and family therapy. The Waterford JRB has been in existence since 2008. It
has often serves as the model board for other communities looking to start up a Juvenile Review
Board. In the past year, we have had to implement programs and activities that help children
cope with anxiety, substance use, family dynamics, and other stressors. Direct Services allowed
include tutoring program:
Afterschool Tutoring Program:
30 Sessions (School Year Cycle) 2 hour sessions = 60 hours
2 Contractors at $30 per hour
60 hours X $60 per hour (for 2 contractors)
$3600
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