Case manager mush provide social work/case management services in order to assist with the reunification/permanency planning goal of the treatment plan of placed children. In addition case manager must facilitate the best possible treatment for abused, neglected and emotionally disturbed placed children and their families.

Qualifications:

A Masters Degree from an accredited or state approved graduate school, as defined in section 94310 of the education code, in social work or social welfare, marriage family and child counseling, child psychology, child development, counseling psychology or social psychology.

A combination of three years of case planning, case management, and fieldwork in a public or private agency as a case manager or closely related job title.

Other: Possession of a valid State driver’s license. Attainment of at least 21 years of age.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs a full range of targeted and/or general case management that is strength based, needs-based, community-based, and family-driven. Assesses the needs of UACs in care, develops Individual Services Plans, screens for human trafficking concerns, facilitates the safe and timely release or discharge of children and youth, documents the prevision of services in case files. The case manager is responsible for developing and maintaining community relationships, networks, collaborations that improve the availability and quality of formal and informal services to families and children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1) Make case studies for the purpose of assessing problems and determining appropriate types and methods of treatment.

2) Investigate and provide services and referrals for clients where their physical or emotional welfare is involved.

3) Work with cases involving neglect, abuse, emotional or behavioral problems, physical/mental disabilities or other health conditions affecting a client's personality, family relationships, child or in-home care arrangements.

4) Develop intensive long- or short-term treatment plans to improve or restore individual or family functioning.

5) Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments on families.

6) Develop person-centered, strength-based case plans.

7) Assess family environment to determine potential or imminent threat to child permanency and stability.

8) Drive frequent, long distances to conduct field visits in order to carry out service plans, observe and assess client needs, and provide information and social work services.

9) Maintain up-to-date records of all aspects of case management and prepares reports and correspondence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations