Essential Job Functions:

• Supervise all aspects of the work of Case Managers and Case Aides.

• Perform bi-weekly administrative and clinical supervision of Case Managers and Case Manager Supervisors occurs. Assure appropriate visitation communications with clients take place in accordance with State Regulations.
• Assure that Comprehensive Treatment Plans and ISP’s meet professional standards; and are written/updated within assigned time frames.
• Ensure that CCS youth are enrolled in appropriate educational programs.
• Assure that social services provided for CCS clients meets professional standards and reflect social service process and procedure.

• Be familiar with and follow DHS CUA Practice Guidelines as well as any published changes and additions to same.
• Utilize Strengthening Families framework in the performance of duties.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure HIPPA compliance. Ensure that information concerning families is not accessed or disclosed except in the performance of duties.
• Immediately report to supervisor any concerns about the safety of children or youth in the household or placement facility.
• Complete all paperwork and other documentation timely and in accordance with the DHS CUA Practice Guidelines.

• Maintain compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and bulletins issued by the Department of Public Welfare (DPW) Office of Children Youth and Families. Abide by the Social Work Code of Ethics.
• Able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of children, youth, and families and to cover emergencies.

• Must have own reliable vehicle with current registration and insurance. Transport children, youth, and family members as required.
• Must possess a valid PA. [or state of residence] driver’s license and a good driving record [must be able to get and maintain approval to drive from the Archdiocesan Insurance Office

Other Job Functions:

• Prepare for and actively participate, as required, in all meetings and conferences.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with other members of the CUA Support Team and DHS and Juvenile Probation staff as indicated. Communicate regularly and respond promptly to messages.
• Actively participate in all required training and complete a minimum of 40 hours annually as specified.
• Prepare for and actively participate in regular supervisory meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by CUA Director or designee.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:.

• MSW or related field.
• Two or more years experience in Human Services preferably Child Welfare

• Valid, timely Child Abuse, Criminal History, and FBI clearances that meet all regulatory requirements.
• Good oral and written communications skills in English.
• Certification [or ability to obtain within one year of employment] as a Direct Service Worker according to the requirements set out by the Commonwealth and the Office of Children Youth and Families in regulation and bulletin.
• Ability to work effectively in a faith-based organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with clients, co-workers and visitors.
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. Ability to learn and effectively operate other software packages as needed and required.

Work Environment:

This job description is not intended to provide an all-inclusive listing of related job activities. Employee may be requested by management to perform other related activities in place of or in addition to those representative activities noted in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.