Position Description:

The Safety Net Services Case Manager is a fulltime, non-exempt, position that provides differential response, case management or concrete support services, and/or post reunification or after care case management services to families referred by the Child Welfare System, specifically Child Protective Services (CPS), to maintain the family unit and prevent or reduce the risk of families entering or re-entering the Child Welfare System. This position is primarily responsible for engaging families and connecting them with resources and services to build resilience again risk factors, learn skills to improve family dynamics, alleviate stressors within the family unit, etc. The Safety Net Services Case Manager works in collaboration with the Safety Net Services team and reports directly to the Program Manager and Program Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

Direct Service

• Engage prospective clients in an effort to link them to Safety Net Services, including but not limited to, conducting in-home visits, making contact with client via phone and mail, maintaining communication with the referring CPS social worker, etc.
• Engage clients in maintaining services to increase resilience, protective factors, and self-sustainability, including but not limited to, developing and monitoring case plans with families, providing referrals to community resources and supportive services, etc.
• Participate in and represent the agency at a variety of funder-related meetings, including but not limited to, Team Decision Making (TDM) meetings, Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings, etc.
• Attend pieces of training and demonstrate knowledge specific to program requirements; training and knowledge may include, but is not limited to, trauma-informed services, risk, and protective factors, motivational interviewing, etc.

Administration

• Provide documentation and perform administrative tasks, as necessary, to support both program operations and role responsibilities.

Job Qualifications

• Must support WCYFS mission and be dedicated to eliminating domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and youth homelessness, in addition to supporting the fundamental values of both feminism and the social work profession, including the worth, dignity, and uniqueness of all persons as well as their rights and opportunities.
• Bachelor’s Degree, or four years of case management or related experience.
• Ability to productively work both autonomously and as a team member.
• Conveys verbal, written, and oral communication in a clear manner.
• Meets basic computer skills.
• Experience with and/or willingness to learn a variety of online applications and databases, such as Microsoft Office, Office 365, and internal- and external- agency databases related to programs and clients.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with key stakeholders, including but not limited to, government partners, community and individual supporters, executive leadership and Board of Directors.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and awareness of and sensitivity to the cultures represented in San Joaquin County.
• Ability to lift supplies up to 25 lbs. to waist height
• Must be able to ascend and descend up to three flights of stairs throughout the the course of a normal workday.
• Fingerprint clearance required.
• Reliable transportation, valid California Driver’s License, and proof of insurance.

About Employer

WCYFS is an equal opportunity employer and hires and promotes employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or physical handicap or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law. WCYFS strives to be culturally competent, responding respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds and religions in a the manner that recognizes, affirms and values the cultural differences and similarities and the worth of individuals, families, and communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each person.

Additionally, WCYFS is an at-will employer. Employees, as well as the agency itself, are free to terminate employment status at any time, with or without reason. Although WCYFS may choose to terminate employment for cause, the cause is not required.

WCYFS is a highly established nonprofit organization funded by a variety of federal, state and local government agencies, foundation grants and individual supporters. The continuation of programs, and therefore employment positions may be contingent upon continued receipt of these or alternative funding sources.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Case management: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• a second language (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road