What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager II - Family Preservation (Lehigh County - PA) position at Diakon?
Diakon is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries and Diakon Affordable Housing.
General Responsibilities:
- Responsible for serving as a resource person, case manager, counselor, and trainer to support the youth and families of the Diversion Truancy program.
- Maintains a caseload of five (5) youth and families.
- Establishes and maintains professional and supportive relationships with youth, birth families, referring personnel, treatment providers, school districts and others involved in the lives of children and youth.
- Schedules, completes paperwork necessary (ISP), and participates in initial Treatment Team meetings and quarterly reviews.
Education/Training: A BA or BS degree in social service or a related field of study normally required.
Experience: A minimum of one (2) year’s experience in a related child welfare or human service position normally required.
ADA: ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.; valid driver's license; visual and auditory skills.
Compensation and Benefits:
Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package .
Day 1 Benefits include, medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. We also offer tuition assistance, generous paid time off, 401(k) plan with employer match, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance and the ability to earn referral bonuses up to $3,000.
Staff receive excellent training through a comprehensive paid general orientation including customer service training. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund, which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund, which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations.
Diakon is an equal opportunity employer.
EOE/M/F/VETS/Disabled
social work
case management
family preservation
truancy
juvenile
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Reading, PA 19601 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Reading, PA 19601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading, PA 19601
Salary : $18 - $20
