In-Home Case Manager/Psychotherapist

JOB TITLE: In-Home Case Manager - Psychotherapist

DEPARTMENT: Family Services

STATUS: Full-time, Non-Exempt

HOURS PER WEEK: 40

REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator

SALARY RANGE: $34–$36 hourly

LOCATION: Bell Gardens, CA

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide home-based case management and psychotherapy services using evidence-based practices for families with children aged 0–5 years within Service Planning Areas (SPA) 6 and 8. Services are designed to prevent child abuse and neglect and are provided in the client's family home. Services will be provided at the agency and/or off-site when necessary.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct home visits 2–4 times per month for each family on the caseload (12–16 cases), as identified in the service plan. Develop a professional, trusting relationship with client families.
• Provide home-based, face-to-face case management, systems navigation/linkage services, general counseling, service planning, assessment, crisis intervention, and advocacy services to client family members on the caseload. Occasional on-site visits may be allowed.
• Provide psychotherapy services, including groups, to families as needed.
• Address client family mental health concerns, including self-awareness, problem-solving, development of insight, unresolved trauma, parental awareness, and emotional health.
• Collaborate with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and other referral sources to coordinate services and service plan goals.
• Review assessment and screening information with parents/caregivers, develop action plans, program goals, and review progress made on a quarterly basis or as required by program.
• Assist client families in increasing and improving protective factors and reducing risks for further child abuse and/or neglect.
• Adhere to child abuse reporting mandates and legal and ethical standards.
• Adhere to the DCFS Shared Core Practice Model and Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework in the service delivery with client families.
• Participate in trainings and certifications of evidence-based practice approaches.
• Establish rapport, trust, and professional relationships with coworkers, supervisors, community, and stakeholders.
• Participate in reflective supervision, clinical training, case conference, and consultation as required by the contract; and adhere to Board of Behavioral Sciences State regulations, if applicable.
• Attend administrative meetings held by agency, program, community, or County, as required.
• Attend peer review meetings and maintain quality assurance standards as per contract.
• Establish and maintain a current and accurate record-keeping system. Ensure all family chart files are up to date and accurate.
• Report to work at scheduled times, be open to flexible hours to meet the needs of the client families, and maintain good attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Strengthening Families Protective Factors and DCFS Core Practice Model highly desirable.
• Knowledge of evidenced-based practices highly desirable.
• A minimum of two years' experience working with underserved and unserved populations, such as the LGBTQ community, people of color, male survivors, and tribal populations is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of community engagement, training, and core practice models aimed towards eliminating racial disproportionality, and disparity within communities is highly desirable
• Knowledge of child development and child abuse risk factors such as domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health issues and/other factors that contribute to child abuse and neglect.
• Knowledge of community resources available for families of young children.
• Proven competency skills and the ability to exercise independent and good judgment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and legal and ethical standards; maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to meet attendance standards and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as necessary.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education:A Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field is required. Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences is also required.
• Minimum of (2) years’ experience in social services or a family support program working with at-risk or high-risk families at risk of child abuse and neglect with children under the age of five years; minimum of (2) years' experience working with underserved and unserved populations, such as people of color, LGBTQ community, male survivors, and/or tribal populations.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Certifications in evidence-based approaches for families with children age 0-5, highly desirable.
• First Aid certification, Child CPR certification highly desirable.
• Daily driving is required. Must provide own vehicle, a valid California driver’s license, and proof of full insurance coverage.
• Negative tuberculosis screen.
• We require the selected candidate to undergo a criminal background check using the Live Scan fingerprinting method in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job or that an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job.

• Work in moderate noise levels and non-smoking environment
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds independently
• Frequently involves sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, and climbing stairs (as needed)
• Occasionally may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to speak and hear clearly to communicate effectively
• Constantly operates a computer, keyboard, and other various office machinery
• Majority of job duties are performed onsite; however, visits to different sites may be required

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION:

In accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Human Services Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal background checks on all new hires using the Live Scan fingerprinting method, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is you knowledge of Strengthening Families Protective Factors, DCFS Cor Practice Model, and evidence-based practices?
• Do you have knowledge or experience with community engagement, training, and core practice models aimed towards eliminating racial disproportionality and disparities within communities?
• What is your knowledge of child development and child abuse risk factors?
• What is your knowledge of community resources available for families of young children?
• Are you registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences? If yes, please provide your license type and if it is valid.
• Do you have any certifications in evidence-based approaches for families with children age 0-5?
• Are you willing to undergo a Live Scan (background check)?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• working with underserved and unserved populations: 2 years (Required)
• social services or family support program: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Child CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34 - $36