Lead Care Manager

Founded in 1867, the Sacramento Children's Home is the oldest active charity in Sacramento and among the most highly respected. SCH is an equal opportunity employer who values an inclusive work environment that celebrates and recognizes the diversity of its employees. At SCH, we appreciate that having employees of many different backgrounds strengthens our organization, and we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve.

OVERVIEW:  The Lead Care Manager (LCM) supports children, youth, and families in various community settings in collaboration with the treatment team. The LCM's role is to coordinate all aspects of Enhanced Care Management (ECM) and any Community Support (CS).

DUTIES:

1.  (90%) Direct Services

• Provide support services to children and families via methods consistent with the agency’s treatment philosophy and approach.
• Provide direct behavioral support services to youth and their families referred by Managed Care Plans or FCHN.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Support Supervisor to develop individualized treatment plans, interventions, and action plans to support a patient’s journey to find linkages, provide case management services, or build skills.
• Conduct observations and assessments of youth and families’ needs, concerns, and strengths to contribute to service planning and the development of individualized care.
• Complete the necessary Medi-Cal/mental health notes, written in a billable and timely manner.
• Provide a variety of interventions, including but is not limited to, coaching, mentoring, skill building, tutoring, and supportive feedback.
• Actively participate with co-workers, agency representatives, and other treatment team members as part of a collaborative team approach.
• Provide emergency and crisis responses.
• Serve as a role model and advocate for children and families involved in Wraparound.
• Monitor and ensure effective linkages with community and agency service providers.
• While a child is residing in the residential program, attend meetings regarding the child.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of clients at all times.
• Assist families in finding transportation to appointments and submit written documentation of such visitations and/or activities to CPS workers.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA privacy practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

2.  (10%) Other

• Participate in training activities as directed.
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with internal staff and external resources.
• Adhere to the policies, systems, and standards of Sacramento Children’s Home and all applicable programs, agencies, and contracts.
• Participate in supervision, staff meetings, process reviews, and other assigned meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

LOCATION:   4343 Williamsbourgh Dr. Sacramento CA, 95823

SCHEDULE:   Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm or 9:00am – 5:00pm; Flexibility to meet schedule needs of members

                           SALARY:         $25.94 - $29.18, to start

Education and Experience:

Completion of 60 semester units at an accredited college, including at least 9 semester units in Child Development, Sociology, Behavioral/Social/Psychology, Social Casework, Social Welfare, Counseling and Guidance, Child Psychology, or a closely related field in Behavioral Science is required; or have lived experience in social services or mental health services is required.

Ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish is required.

A Bachelor’s degree in a Social or Behavioral Science-related field is preferred. A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience working with challenging/high-risk youth and their families/caretakers is preferred.

Must have ability to drive and transport children into a variety of community settings using a personal vehicle that is maintained in safe working order.

Driving is an essential function of this job, and as such, employees in this position will be required to furnish their own vehicle to be used in the course of employment. A valid driver’s license and minimum insurance coverage is  required.

Must be at least 21 years old.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate boundaries with families.
• Ability to work flexibly, creatively, and comfortably with families of varied ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of child abuse issues.
• Knowledge of child development and behavior
• Knowledge of family dynamics.
• Knowledge of substance abuse issues.
• Knowledge of local cultures.
• Skill to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Skill to plan and organize multiple tasks at one time.
• Good organizational skills.
• Skill to maintain a professional, confidential work environment.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time in an efficient manner.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to report to work on a regular and reliable basis.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients, their families, and a diverse team of professionals from different disciplines.
• Able to interact calmly and professionally with clients and families.
• Ability to serve a diverse client and family population with cultural awareness.
• Work with minimal direct supervision and able to manage time and prioritize workload.
• Possess a high level of integrity, honesty, and strong work ethic.

BENEFITS: Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, short and long-term disability plans, retirement plan with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, professional development and career advancement opportunities.

TO APPLY: Qualified employees must submit a completed Request for Promotion or Transfer form along with their resume to Human Resources. External candidates must complete our on-line employment application available at www.kidshome.org/careers.

PLEASE NOTE: Non-SCH employees who are made an offer of employment will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background process that includes passing a drug test, including marijuana. Applicants who do not pass any part of this pre-employment process will have their offer of employment rescinded.

Salary : $26 - $29