Care Coordinator - Tucson Welcome Center

Who We Are

Casa de los Niños is one of the most established and well respected non-profit organizations in Tucson. We have been helping kids and healing families since 1973. Our services include parent education classes, Foster Care, Parents As Teachers, Behavioral Health, and Nurse-Family Partnership Program!

Job Summary:

The Care Coordinator (CC) - Tucson Welcome Center is responsible for providing in person crisis intervention, coordination supports, training and education to DCS staff, and intakes to children awaiting an appropriate placement and/or treatment at the Department of Child Safety's (DCS) Tucson Welcome Center. The Care Coordinator will maintain accurate and timely clinical service records.

Essential Duties:

• Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential/sensitive information.
• Provides behavioral health support to the youth visiting the DCS Tucson Welcome Center experiencing either DCS removal or placement transitions and is driven by the child's strengths and unique needs.
• Provides community-based services to support immediate crisis.
• Interfaces with DCS and other partners, including DCS placements, regarding child well-being, stability, and case planning.
• Provides positive, pro-active communication to other system partners related to care coordination needs to increase a successful transition from the Tucson Welcome Center.
• Provides complete documentation that accurately reflects services delivered in accordance with regulatory, contractual and agency requirements.
• Provides training/guidance to the Tucson Welcome Center DCS staff to help support their own engagement of youth at the Tucson Welcome Center.
• Conducts intake by completing all required clinical documentation to provide an accurate assessment of the child's current functioning.
• Performs other duties as assigned which are consistent with the general responsibilities of the position.
• Requires advance knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite computer applications, aptitude for learning computer software applications and the ability to instruct others in the use of various software applications.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age (licensing requirement).
• Bachelor's degree in the field of social work, psychology, or related subject area preferred.
• HS Diploma or Associate's Degree may be considered with relevant years of behavioral health experience that comply with Office of Behavioral Health Services staff qualification.
• Behavioral health work experience may be paid, volunteer, or internship experience working with persons with a mental health diagnosis, emotional impairment, or at-risk categories.
• Proof of COVID immunization.
• Behavioral health work experience may be paid, volunteer, or internship experience working with persons with a mental health diagnosis, emotional impairment, or at-risk categories.
• CPR/ First Aid certification required.
• Must be able to provide own transportation to and from client's homes and/or other relevant organizations or agencies.
• Position requires variable schedules Monday through Friday 10:00am-7:00pm and may include some evening and weekend hours.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Must possess or be able to qualify for a valid Arizona department of public safety level one fingerprint clearance card.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license and be insurable under the agency's automobile policy.
• Must be able to meet training and agency requirements for the position.
• Fosters an environment that is solution-focused, dedicated, and compassionate to support the organization's mission, values, and strategic direction.
• Exhibits a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion; valuing a diversity of perspectives and encouraging contributions by all team members.

Our Mission

Casa de los Niños promotes child well-being and family stability in our community. We place top priority on hiring and growing a team of knowledgeable, passionate, creative, and diverse individuals who have a strong desire to empower children and families within our community. More information about us and our current job openings is available at www.casadelosninos.org. Casa de los Niños is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, gender identity, gender(sex), sexual orientation, or familial status.