Home Study Case Worker - Per Diem (4863)

Location: East Orange, NJ
Status: Per Diem
Salary: $32 - $35 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete home study activities consisting of the following: interviews, a home visit, and a written report containing the caseworker's findings.
• Case workers will also assess the potential minor sponsor's ability to meet the child's needs.
• Case workers will also educate and prepares the sponsor for the child's release and builds on the sponsor assessment conducted by the care provider staff to verify or corroborate information gathered during that process.
• Responsible for data entry and maintaining case files.
• Complete all paperwork and service documentation in a timely manner.
• Comply with CFS and ORR policies and procedures governing the program and ensure that the program is operating at maximum efficiency.
• Contribute to the organization's overall efforts to enhance permanency options for families by performing tasks in a timely manner; providing updates on a regular basis; observing the agency's work schedule and attendance policies; and follow all agency regulations as outlined in the Employee Manual.
• Meet or exceed program productivity expectations on a regular and sustained basis.
• Ability to perform duties and services remotely from home.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements:

• HS caseworkers must have a Bachelor's of Social Work (BSW) degree or an equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology, or other behavioral science equivalent.
• HS caseworkers must be highly proficient in the native or preferred language of children in their caseload or have access to a professional interpretation service.
• HS caseworkers must have experience in conducting HS according to the requirements in the state where services are being provided and must be skilled at writing professional, thorough assessment reports.
• HS caseworkers will have knowledge of local community social services and should have specialized experience conducting home studies and working with immigrant populations.
• Caseworkers should be knowledgeable about family preservation, kinship care, and/or general child welfare.
• Previous experience in child welfare and/or case management is strongly encouraged.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including good communication skills, listening skills, and attitude.
• Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Detailed-oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently.
• Position requires up to 80 percent of in state and/or out of state travel with limited notice.
• Maximum of 15 hours per Home Study Case.
• Should have excellent conflict resolution and communication skills
• Bilingual - English and Spanish

Benefits:
At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

About Employment at Center For Family Services Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org.

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