Disability Services and Child Case Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Disability Services and Child Case Manager to join our dedicated team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for developing service plans and coordinating services for adult and child clients. Must work with other advocates to share information to better help our clients resolve conflict and work towards self-sufficiency. Your expertise will help foster a nurturing environment for high-risk populations, working closely with families, community agencies, and service providers. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

Join us in empowering children and families through dedicated service delivery! This paid position offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about social work, child & family services, and making a positive impact in our communities. We value your commitment to supporting vulnerable populations with professionalism and empathy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Provide trauma informed case management support for disabled victims of domestic and sexual violence to include children and elderly victims.

· Serve as client liaison with area agencies for client advocacy, follow-up and evaluations of services.

· Facilitate and participate in groups and activities with other community organizations that work directly with adults and children with disabilities.

· Research and obtain knowledge about mental health, intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities and the specific needs that accompany them. Be able to create individualized plans that meet the clients’ specific needs.

· Meet regularly with other service providers for case management and consultation. Maintain and up-to-date resource list for disabled victims. Develop and maintain professional contacts with other service providers.

· Provided safety-planning for victims of domestic and sexual assault.

· Provide individual counseling for adults and children.

· Maintain client documentation on weekly basis and keep files current.

· Provide danger assessment and educate client in understanding

the outcome.

· Provides court advocacy and hospital response/advocacy as needed.

· Provide transportation for clients when needed.

· Schedule and facilitate domestic violence and educational support

groups.

· Assist parents and children when applying for local social services

benefits. (Paperwork, phone calls, transportation)

· Register children in school and communicate regularly with

school personnel.

· Coordinate regular enrichment activities for the children

during the summer and school breaks.

· Responsible for documenting consistently, completing all

relevant forms including intakes, assessments, case

management notes, quarterly and monthly grant reports.

· Enter data into VaData System.

· Assist with donations.

· Assist with keeping work areas clean and hold monthly fire drill.

· Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, out of town training,

volunteer training, and assigned MDT meetings.

· Keep up to date with policies and procedures.

· Participates in on-call rotation for crisis accompaniment for sexual

assault services.

· Practice self-care and encourage other staff and clients to as well.

· Other duties as assigned by Services Coordinator and/or Director

of Shelter Operations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

· Knowledge of crisis intervention and family case management.

· Knowledge of the complex dynamics of dating, domestic and

sexual violence.

· Understanding of the complex issues regarding victims with

disabilities.

· Knowledge of the various community-based family service programs

and activities.

· Knowledge of conflict resolutions strategies.

· Knowledge of financial counseling and related subjects.

· Knowledge of basic housing counseling skills and techniques.

· Knowledge of diversion and targeted prevention procedures.

· Knowledge of the use of personal computers and standard office

software.

· Effective oral and written communication skills.

· Ability to accurately track and report data.

· Ability to maintain meticulous and up-to-date case files.

· Ability to correctly assess situations within scope of responsibility and

to make sound judgments within existing laws, policies, and

regulations.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with

children, co-workers, and representatives of other agencies and

programs.

· Ability to plan daily activities to achieve identified goals.

· Ability to independently problem solve and provide guidance to

other team members and clients.

EDUCATION, LICENSING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

College degree or equivalent through some combination of formal education, work, and life experiences (3 to 5 years). Must be fluent in English; both verbal and written. Must have proficiency with Microsoft Office. Must have a valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record in order to operate a company vehicle. Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check with finger printing, CPS background check, and pre-employment drug screening.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Must be able to sit, stand, or walk frequently and for prolonged periods of time.

2. Must be able to commute by vehicle to and from various sites.

3. Must be able to assist disabled persons in and out of vehicle and to and from various buildings.

4. Must be able to pull or push frequently.

5. Must be able to pass a hearing test.

6. Must be able to communicate verbally.

7. Must be able to climb ramps or stairs to enter and/or exit buildings.

8. Must have far and near visual acuity.

9. Must be able to bend or stoop on occasion.

10. Must be able to reach at or below shoulder frequently.

11. Must be able to reach overhead on occasion.

12. Must be able to kneel or crouch on occasion.

13. Must be able to lift and carry frequently.

14. Must have the ability to use a keyboard frequently.

15. Must have fine manipulation of the fingers.

16. Must have gross manipulation of the hands.

EMOTIONAL DEMANDS OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Must be able to change routine in a positive manner.

2. Must be able to follow through on assignments independently.

3. Must have good organizational skills.

4. Work output must be at a competitive level.

5. Must be able to solve problems as they arise.

6. Must have stable work behaviors daily.

7. Must have adequate individual coping skills.

8. Must be able to maintain good work attendance.

9. Must be able to participate in decision making.

10. Must be able to respond appropriately to emergency situations.

11. Must be able to exercise good judgment to maintain a safe working

environment.

This full-time position qualifies for our attractive employee benefits package that offers options for health, dental, vision, and life insurances, as well as voluntary insurances such as short-term disability, term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness. In addition, we offer a 403 b retirement savings plan. Our robust package also includes our employee wellness program, employee assistance program, employee discount program, paid time off, paid holidays and more!

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Can you perform all of the essential functions of this position?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Farmville, VA 23901 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22