The Tandym Group is Hiring a Case Planner (Hybrid) - Foster Care Near New York, NY
A nonprofit community services organization in New York City is currently seeking a new Case Planner for a promising opportunity with their Foster Care program. About the Opportunity:
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment Length: Ongoing (Contract to Hire potential)
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Hours: 9am to 5pm
Setting: Hybrid (2 days in the field & 3 days onsite)
Patient Population: Foster Care (Ages 0-21)
EMR: Electronic State System Connections
Responsibilities: The Case Planner will be responsible for:
Work with Foster Parents and Biological Parents to plan child’s permanency
Provide support and case management services to foster and adoptive children in foster homes
Prepare and send referral packages for necessary services to appropriate community resources
Ensure that service plans are implemented for all children care
Schedule and supervise visitations between children and families
Participate in all Family Team Conferences (FTC)
Attend all court hearings, hospital visits, etc. as needed
Participate in and ensure follow up from FTC meetings
Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
2 years of relevant work experience
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
Knowledgeable about working with foster care youth and children and families at risk
Microsoft Office proficient
Working knowledge of OCFS Connections
Solid assessment and documentation skills
Great interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)