What are the responsibilities and job description for the DeKalb Summer Youth Employment Program Case Manager (Summer Temp) position at DeKalb County Government?
Job Description
DSYEP Case Manager - $25.00 / Hour SUMMER TEMP HIRE
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude the candidate from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Lead and support an assigned group of youth participants, to include the following duties/responsibilities:
Specific License of Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license and have reliable transportation. Some travel may be required.
DSYEP Case Manager - $25.00 / Hour SUMMER TEMP HIRE
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude the candidate from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Lead and support an assigned group of youth participants, to include the following duties/responsibilities:
- Provide direct service coordination and encourage intern participation, monitor daily attendance, and support interns to enhance success, productivity, and achievement of established DSYEP training objectives.
- Provide daily contact with interns to ensure they are meeting the basic program goals, engage interns in discussion, provide intervention, advocate, and mediate on intern’s behalf, and provide information to interns and their parents/guardians.
- Work with interns to assist with removing any barriers impacting program participation, a plan to address those needs, and continuous follow-up to ensure that they attend the daily sessions and complete the internship program.
- Assess, collect, and maintain accurate information and keep records in a confidential manner and complete all reporting requirements and administrative tasks as assigned.
- Attend meetings or training sessions as needed or required w/ interns and partner schools and agencies.
- Case management experience working with young adults 16-24
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Zoom /TEAMS; with the ability to learn new applications.
- Ability to solve problems, make decisions, resolve conflicts, and listen.
- Ability to deal calmly in crisis situations.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to be compassionate and firm and always maintain confidentiality.
- Experience working with youths with disabilities is helpful.
Specific License of Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license and have reliable transportation. Some travel may be required.
Salary : $25