Creative Solutions for Kids & Families (CSKF) is searching for a UC LTFC Case Manager!
If you are someone who is looking for an opportunity to grow alongside of a team, provide services to children, and are ultimately looking for a place where you can work flexibly and live your purpose, we’d like to meet you!
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Social Services or related field of study from an accredited college required.
· At least two (2) years of experience in child welfare/ case management, strongly preferred.
· Prior experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations preferred.
· Bilingual in English and Spanish is a MUST for this position
· Due to the nature of the position, local applicants are favorable
Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
· Ensure that all assigned youth on your caseload and under your supervision receive mandatory services while in care to include but not limited to mental health, medical, recreational, educational, legal/immigration services, and other supportive services in accordance with the time and documentation expectations of the program.
· Develop and complete assessments, service and treatment plans, progress notes, incident reports and any other necessary documentation in a timely manner.
· Create a trusting and safe relationship with the client and encourage personal growth of the client.
· Maintain accurate and current information on foster children in care, while ensuring contractor and the program’s internal documentation practices and reporting requirements are met.
· Actively participate in weekly staff meetings with the clinical team and stakeholders.
· Attend, facilitate, and assist with providing on-going education and support services to foster parents.
· Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult cases, to review case plan and direction and to evaluate client participation and progress.
· Schedule meetings with foster parents and foster children on at least a monthly basis and address any concerns in service delivery.
· Translate both written and verbal communication for program clientele and staff, if bi-lingual.
· Maintain effective communication with community agencies or individuals involved in service provision.
· Attend internal and external training and apply newly gained knowledge in providing services.
· Attend and prepare for required court hearings (if applicable).
· Transport clients on an as needed basis.
· Explore potential community resources and refer Case Managers and families for support, as needed.
· Knowledge of and adherence to federal, state, program, and agency regulations.
· Ability to work flexible hours and work independently within the field.
· Perform other duties within the scope of practice and competence as deemed necessary including periodically transporting UC for reunification which may include out of state travel by plane.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
· Mature and stable judgment as well as sensitivity to various cultures and the unique history of refugees.
· Must maintain a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of social work as acquired through a bachelor’s level degree or professional experience.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to work under stress or in a fast-paced environment.
· Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality.
· Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions.
· Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries.
· Participate in a system of 24-hour availability to clients, foster and adoptive parents, as required.
· Unrestricted valid driver’s license with good driving record. Reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served, proof of current automobile insurance.
Email your cover letter to Mia at miam@csforkids.org today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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Experience:
- child welfare/ case management: 2 years (Required)
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Work Location: In person