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A Brief History | Mission Statement | From the Executive Director | Financial
Information | Board of Directors and Advisory Council | Jobs at ABC | Links
The History of Any Baby Can
At Any Baby Can, we believe that all children can reach their potential through education, therapy and family support services. Each year, the agency serves more than 6,000 of the youngest, sickest, and poorest children and their families in the Central Texas area. These children face a number of challenges to their well-being, including special health care needs, developmental delays, the danger of being abused or neglected, poverty, and the risk of not succeeding in school. The agency supports families and children with a continuum of evidence based best practices including both prevention and intervention strategies, overlaid with advocacy and support. Most intensive, individualized services are provided in the home, a proven effective method for sustained positive changes. The agency also provides center and community-based family literacy, tutoring, parenting education, and childbirth classes.
Any Baby Can Child and Family Resource Center has served Austin/Travis County and its surrounding communities since 1979 as a premiere, comprehensive family service organization. Any Baby Can's mission is to ensure that all children reach their potential through education, therapy, and family support services. Each year, Any Baby Can brings help and hope to more than 6,000 of Austin's youngest, sickest, and poorest children.
CEDEN (Center for Development, Education, and Nutrition) Family Resource Center began providing Austin with comprehensive services in 1979 to promote and strengthen families in need of prenatal, early childhood, and parenting education. The agency provided services to improve birth outcomes, prevent and reverse developmental delays, increase positive parenting behaviors, reduce injuries, and ensure timely immunizations. CEDEN primarily served low socio-economic staus families, parents, and their children ranging from birth to five years who were, or were at risk of becoming developmentally delayed.
In 1992, Any Baby Can of Austin began serving the community after the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) conducted a needs assessment in Austin and determined that a significant population of children with special needs resided in the area. DSHS provided funding to replicate the efforts of the highly successful Any Baby Can, an agency founded in San Antonio in 1982. Programming was designed to "save the child without losing the family" by improving access to services and health care, and providing support and advocacy for families of children with special needs.
Seven years ago, CEDEN Family Resource Center and Any Baby Can of Austin merged, forming Any Baby Can Child and Family Resource Center. In November, 2003, the Any Baby Can family welcomed a new member, the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of the Austin Area. Founded in 1988 as a grassroots, parent-driven nonprofit, Candlelighters assisted children and families battling childhood cancer. As the number of families seeking services grew, the organization evolved into a combined effort between professional social workers and parent/mentor programs to help families cope with the challenges of having a child with cancer.
In July of 2008, Any Baby Can welcomed Children’s Hearing Aid Texas (CHAT) which provides auditory services and hearing aids for children in Central Texas with audiological needs who have no financial alternatives to meet those needs. CHAT was founded on the belief that hearing aids are essential for the development of cognitive and social skills in infants and children with hearing loss. CHAT was established in 2003 and incubated by the Austin Community Foundation under their 501 (c) (3) status until 2008, when Any Baby Can “adopted” CHAT.
By building on their individual traditions of quality community service while combining their experiences and resources, Any Baby Can Child and Family Resource Center has expanded the impact and range of all three original agencies for the good of families in Travis, Williamson, Hays, Caldwell and Bastrop Counties.
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Mission Statement
Our mission is to ensure that all children reach their potential through education, therapy and family support services.
For more about our services please visit our ABC Programs section.
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From The Executive Director
Get a peek inside Any Baby Can through these poignant and personal letters from Executive Director, Ellen Balthazar.
"It Takes a Village to Raise a Child"
"What Will it Take for Maria to be Ready for School?"
"The Bottle of Children's Tylenol"
"The $24 Donation"
"How Did my Sister Get Cancer?"
"My Next 30 Years"
"A Few of My Favorite Things: Building on Success"
"Raising Healthy Children"
"Can You Hear Me Now?"
"Early Childhood Community Regroups"
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Financial Information
2009
Annual Report
990
Audit
2008
Annual Report
990
Audit
2007
Annual Report
990
Audit
2006
Annual Report
990
Audit
2005
Annual Report
990
Audit
Archives
2004 Annual Report
2003 Annual Report
2002 Annual Report
2002 990
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Board of Directors and Advisory Council
We're honored that the following community leaders are on our boards, guiding us into the future:
| Board of Directors |
| Gayle Rolland, President |
| Jim Floyd, Vice President/Treasurer |
| Matt Lyons, Secretary |
| Rich Beggs |
| Susan Bohn |
| Edna Butts |
| Mary Carlson |
| Caroline Caven |
| Judy Chavis |
| Doug Dierking |
| Susan Dixon |
| Chris Eckerman |
| Bill Ferrell |
| Kathy Haggar |
| Lesley Hempfling |
| Jonathan Hines |
| Scott Incerto |
| Carolyn Krawczyk |
| Albert Lin |
| Mary Mendoza |
| Steve Miura |
| Laurie Parker |
| Mark Porter |
| Eric Price |
| Diana Resnik |
| Marc Vanderslice |
| Leslie Walters | |
| Advisory Council |
| Kathy Bailey |
| Cliff Barkley, CPA |
| Greg Beckham |
| Dean Blaine |
| Donna Bowen |
| Kelli Brown |
| Mark Brown, M.D. |
| Gigi Bryant |
| Mariano Camarillo |
| Julie Clark |
| Dale Cox |
| Susan Crane, RNC-NIC, MBA, MSN, HC, NEA-BC |
| Michelle Diggs |
| Lisa Doggett, M.D., MPH |
| Marian Dozier |
| Charlmaine Ferguson |
| David Finkel |
| Cynthia Fitchpatrick |
| Kathy Gordon |
| Kristin Graham |
| Carlos Gutierrez |
| Rick Hoffman |
| Joe Hoover |
| Susan Klusmann |
| Lynn Langley |
| Delores Lenzy-Jones |
| Sharon Lockhart, M.D. |
| Patsy McCreary |
| Amy Meredith |
| Hal Meyer |
| Keith Minwell |
| Ron Oliveira |
| Lori Peach |
| Chris Peele |
| Rebecca Pemberton |
| Debbie Perez |
| Karen Quinlan |
| Karen Rima |
| Trevor Romain |
| Thad Rosenfeld |
| David Rust |
| Diane Sandlin |
| Rose Schneier, M.D. |
| Sharron Swann |
| Steve Taylor |
| Sridhar Valluru |
| Brad Weiwel |
| Bill Wing |
| Tina Wing | |
| Honorary Board |
| Maureen Adair, M.D. |
| Joel Blumberg, M.D. |
| Charles Defesche, M.D. |
| Wilhelmina Delco |
| Richard Jones |
| Stephanie Williams |
| Clift Price, M.D. | |
Board Links
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Jobs at ABC
FINANCE
FINANCE COORDINATOR III
JOB SUMMARY: The Finance Coordinator III handles the day to day operations in the Finance department. Under the supervision of the CFO, the Finance Coordinator III will be directly responsible for all accounting functions consistent with GAAP, OMB Circulars A-122 and A-110, and any other related fund accounting related rules and regulations. This position focuses on budget preparation and management, as related to grant, contract, and/or foundation proposals and compliance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Responsible for budget preparations, revisions, forecasting, and adjustments as needed for grant and contract compliance.
• Determine allowable expenses according to grant and contract guidelines and regulations, and monitor spending to ensure funds are fully expended, accurately and appropriately.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, including quarterly reports required by funding sources, including federal, state, and local governmental entities and foundations.
• Ensure accurate and timely revenue billing entries and reports, as required by the various funding sources.
• Complete budget preparations for grant and contract proposals, as directed by the CFO, and provide assistance to the CFO, in preparing and managing the agency’s annual budget.
• Review vendor contracts and make recommendations for cost-saving measures by following agency’s protocol and process for procuring services.
• Maintain readiness and preparation for year-end audit coordination, along with various other monitoring and site visits.
• Work closely with other members of Finance team to streamline efficiency for monitoring multiple funding sources and related expenses.
• Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience, required; years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Experience with non-profit organizations, strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in utilizing MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, plus solid experience with accounting software, required; MIP software experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and OMB Circulars’ rules, along with familiarity of grant and contract compliance requirements.
• Expertise in developing and maintaining various spreadsheets, along with other reporting mechanisms, to conduct analysis and provide reports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, meet deadlines, manage time and resources, and handle and preserve confidential, sensitive information.
• Capable of working both independently and as a member of a collaborative team, as well as communicating with individuals at all levels of the agency.
• Proven ability to multi-task, with an emphasis in prioritizing responsibilities.
• Demonstrated pro-active, problem solving skills and ability to work well under pressure.
Submit resume' and cover letter to: Email: Jobs@abcaus.org, Fax: 512-334-4471, or Mail: Jobs-Finance 1121 East 7th Street Austin, TX. 78702 <EOE>
FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES
PART-TIME BILINGUAL CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE (2 positions)
JOB SUMMARY: The Customer Service Associate serves as the first point of contact for clients, donors, and members of the community, both in person and on the telephone. This position is an important link between the public, clients, and staff, and plays a central role in the agency’s image and reputation for quality service. As such, the Customer Service Associate position requires a high level of communication and professionalism.
This position requires availability either 8:00 am to 1:00 pm OR 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Staff the front reception desk and greet all members of the public, including board members, donors, volunteers, and visitors.
• Answer a multi-line phone and direct incoming calls to appropriate staff member.
• Respond to inquiries and provide information regarding agency location, meeting schedules, and other general information questions.
• Educate walk-in clients about agency services, complete program referrals, provide appropriate advocacy assistance, and/or assist with referrals to other agencies.
• Document all information calls and referrals services (I&R) provided to potential clients.
• Assess potential clients and determine either eligibility for ABC’s programs or referral to other agencies’ programs.
• Receive and process in-kind donations and assist with distribution, as appropriate.
• Maintain electronic reservation schedules for conference rooms, classrooms, and agency vans.
• Distribute mail and parcel deliveries to appropriate staff on a daily basis.
• Develop and maintain the class schedule binder and update ABC’s current community resources in the Agency Benefits notebook, as needed.
• Order general office supplies for all departments and maintain a supply log.
• Create and post welcome signs for community meetings, and public notices for agency closures and cancellation of events.
• Make announcements over the public address system to alert staff and guests of agency activities, meeting times, or other general information.
• Maintain supply of program brochures and make revisions, as needed.
• Complete additional duties as requested by Supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School diploma required; some college preferred with a minimum of 2 years related professional experience.
• Bilingual language skills, in English & Spanish, both verbal and written modalities, required.
• Proficient computer skills with MS Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong desire and ability to provide support to agency staff, and an interest in working with a non-profit, social service agency.
• Knowledge of referral resources, including community-based organizations and programs.
• Solid experience working with families of diverse cultures in potential crisis situations.
• Proven communication skills, ability to work well under pressure, and multi-task, with an emphasis in prioritizing responsibilities.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, walk upstairs, and carry up to 25 pounds.
Submit resume' and cover letter to : Email: Jobs@abcaus.org, Fax: 512-334-4471, or Mail: Jobs-FSS 1121 East 7th Street Austin, TX. 78702 <EOE>
FAMILY CARE PROGRAMS
COMPREHENSIVE ADVOCACY and RESOURCES for EMPOWERMENT (CARE) PROGRAM
BILINGUAL LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER
JOB SUMMARY: The Bilingual Licensed Social Worker provides case coordination, support services, and some counseling to families of children with special healthcare needs. Support services include referrals, development of individual service plans, and crisis intervention with the goal of identifying service needs and implementing plans to meet those needs.
This position is eligible to receive supervision as required to attain LCSW licensure.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Case Coordination
• Provide case management in the home, office, and other sites as needed, in concert with developing and maintaining good rapport with clients and families on their caseload.
• Complete Family Needs Assessment Form and develop an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP), in collaboration with the families.
• Provide and facilitate appropriate referrals, through advocacy and coordination with community resources, for each identified need.
Collaboration and Paperwork
• Complete intakes of new clients and present them, along with other cases, at team meetings for the purpose of further assessing the families’ needs and developing strategies.
• Facilitate referrals through advocacy and coordination with community resources, and network with other agencies in the community to enhance service provision.
• Complete computer based information, including referral and intake data forms, and submit all paperwork within program and agency timelines, including progress notes.
• Other duties as assigned.
Counseling (LMSW Level only)
• Assist team in identifying clients’ needs for counseling groups, and establish and co-facilitate therapeutic support groups.
• Participate in clinical supervision group and provide counseling to clients, as needed and requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, plus 2 years experience in case management serving children with special health care needs or Master’s degree, plus 1 year of experience, required.
• Fluent language skills in English and Spanish, both verbal and written modalities, required.
• License (Texas) in Social Work, required.
• Experience working with low-income and culturally diverse families having multiple needs and limited resources, along with home visitation experience, strongly preferred.
• Familiarity working with children and families in medical settings, and ability to handle crisis situations.
• Flexible, able to work well under pressure, and ability to work independently, as well as an active and collaborative team member.
• Fluency with computers, strong ability to complete paperwork, and meet deadlines.
Submit resume' and cover letter to : Email: Jobs@abcaus.org, Fax: 512-334-4471, or Mail: Jobs-CARE 1121 East 7th Street Austin, TX. 78702 <EOE>
NO ESTAS SOLO PROGRAM
BILINGUAL LICENSED COUNSELOR or
BILINGUAL LMSW or LCSW
Part-Time (20 hours/week) position
JOB SUMMARY: The Bilingual Licensed Counselor, LMSW, or LCSW provides home-based counseling to families enrolled in Any Baby Can’s core programs. This position also provides consultation to members of agency interdisciplinary teams regarding mental health issues for families with children.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Clinical Counseling
• Provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents and/or families in the home, the office, and/or other sites as needed in concert with developing and maintaining good rapport with the clients and their families.
• Develop a diagnosis for each client and coordinate goals in collaboration with the clients and/or families.
• Coordinate counseling services and provide a minimum of 15 hours of face to face counseling per week.
• Oversee counseling referrals and make recommendations for the assignment of new counseling clients.
• Provide leadership in establishing and revising the policies/procedures in the provision of counseling services for all of ABC’s programs.
Collaboration and Paperwork
• Consult with ABC’s social workers and educators regarding mental health issues related to families and offer recommendations in maintaining records and supervising the program.
• Perform Quality Assurance for counseling records and service delivery.
• Record outcomes at case closure and provide clients the ability too report their personal experience with counseling.
• Complete counseling intake, assessment, treatment plans, and progress notes in a timely manner.
• Maintain hard copies of all records and progress notes for submission to the Program Manager for review.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Family Care Program Manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in Social Work, with most supervision hours complete, and a minimum of 2 years professional experience required; LCSW or LPC strongly preferred.
• License (Texas) in Social Work and/or Counseling, required.
• Language skills in English and Spanish, both written and verbal modalities, required.
• Experience in working with low-income and culturally diverse families with multiple needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as actively participate as a collaborative team member.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to establish rapport quickly with parents and children.
• Proven ability to maintain detailed and accurate program records and meet deadlines.
• Flexible, able to work well under pressure and handle crisis situation.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid Texas driver’s license, and current auto insurance.
Submit resume' and cover letter to : Email: Jobs@abcaus.org, Fax: 512-334-4471, or Mail: Jobs-NES 1121 East 7th Street Austin, TX. 78702 <EOE>
NO ESTAS SOLO PROGRAM
PROGRAM ASSISTANT (Part-Time)
JOB SUMMARY: The Program Assistant provides overall support for the No Estas Solo (NES) Counseling program and staff by performing a variety of administrative and office tasks.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Perform an array of administrative and technical work to support the NES program and staff.
• Coordinate resources for therapeutic support group meetings by contacting and notifying participants, assisting in transportation and childcare arrangements, preparing refreshments, and reserving meeting space, as requested.
• Perform support tasks such as organizing information, photocopying, preparing correspondence, preparing reports, and editing documents, as requested.
• Organize and maintain comprehensive clients and program files, program supplies, and educational handouts according to program requirements and agency procedures.
• Participate in outreach activities to promote agency services and identify local resources for clients and families.
• Facilitate the Medicaid and Private Insurance billing process by gathering any necessary information from program staff to forward to the Billing department.
• Provide translation, both verbal and written, for clients and program staff, as needed.
• Participate in program and agency meetings, including regular supervision sessions with the NES Program Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent, plus 3-4 years of professional experience, required. Associates or Bachelor’s degree, strongly preferred.
• Bilingual skills in English/Spanish, both verbal and written modalities, required.
• Ability to preserve confidential information and adhere to HIPAA regulations regarding Personal Health Information (PHI), required.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, along with a familiarity of database applications, required.
• Experience working with culturally and economically diverse families, along with an ability to quickly establish rapport with parents and children.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, and experience operating general office equipment and telephone systems.
• Knowledge of the principles of organization, office management, and administrative procedures.
• Flexible, and able to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a collaborative team.
Submit resume and cover letter to: Email: Jobs@abcaus.org, Fax: 512-334-4471, or Mail: Jobs-NES 1121 East 7th Street Austin, TX. 78702 <EOE>
Any Baby Can of Austin, Inc. is a non-profit, social service agency committed to ensuring that children reach their potential through education, therapy, and family support services. ABC offers a competitive salary and benefit package with agency paid health, vision, dental, life insurance, and long term disability for employees; optional 401(k) and medical/dependent care spending account; flexible M-F work schedule, EAP benefits, and hours for vacation, sick, and holidays, including a winter break at the end of December. Our agency provides a casual and team oriented work environment.
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