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Case Manager - Youth
Location:
Vista, CA
Description:
We are looking to hire a dynamic and passionate Case Manager who is client centered, community focused and is a self-starter. Come be part of a team who CAR2Es! At North County Lifeline, you will find people who are C onnected to the communities we serve, A uthentic, and R esourceful. We are R esponsive to the needs of our clients and E ngaged in our mission to build self-reliance among youth, adults, and families. General Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Youth Development Program Manager, utilize a team approach to provide comprehensive case management, counseling and educational services to at-risk youth and their families participating in the Alternatives to Detention (ATD) program and the Communities Assessment Team (CAT) program. Services include, but are not limited to, in-home support, parent training, crisis intervention, counseling, case management, conducting placement assessments, transporting participating youth, and community education and development. The Case Manager uses a wide variety of modalities that exercise discretion and independent judgment in the treatment of children, youth, families, individuals and groups. The professional is expected to function as part of a multi-disciplinary team while making sound, independent decisions for the benefit of the clients and their families. The Case Manager works in a culturally sensitive manner and abides by the legal and ethical standards of the profession. Required Education and Experience Holds a minimum of Bachelors Degree in counseling, social work, or related field, with training in child abuse and all other protective issues. Must be able to apply sound judgment, ethics and accountability to formulate and implement in depth assessment, service/case notes, case plans and other documentation. Demonstrates the ability to handle stressful and crisis situations tactfully and appropriately. Demonstrates strong leadership qualities including, but not limited to, conflict management skills and inter- and intra-agency collaborative skills. Case Manager must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Possesses advanced knowledge that is primarily intellectual in character and includes exercising discretion and independent judgment . Knowledge and familiarity of juvenile justice system, gender specific programming for juvenile females and/or substance abuse assessment and counseling preferred.Establish and maintains effective working relationships while showing open mindedness and a collaborative spirit. Compatibility with agency purpose, goals, philosophy, and approach. Demonstrates enthusiasm and passion for their work. Utilizes a creative approach to problem solving. Interactions with others reflect a spirit of honesty, humbleness, and self-awareness. Accepts constructive criticism with a positive attitude and willingness to implement change. Ability to work well independently and demonstrate appropriate initiative. Must demonstrate knowledge of trauma Informed, client driven, and culturally competent care. Other Requirements Reliable transportation. Must have a California driver license and good driving record. Willing to use own, properly insured, reliable vehicle for the job (mileage reimbursed). Employment subject to clearances, including background finger printing checks, driving record, tuberculosis testing, and drug testing Specific Activities Conduct comprehensive Placement Assessments Develop and implement strength-based individual and family case plans Provide family focused psycho-education utilizing evidenced based strategies and a trauma informed approach Provide crisis intervention and stabilization Case conference in coordination with other mental health professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and others Provide in-home family support, case management and treatment (e.g. nutrition, budgeting, safety, home health and support systems), including developing family reunification plans Provide transportation to and from Foster homes and school for participating youth Adapt to flexible schedule which will may include working evenings and occasionally weekends Advocate, mentor and role-model skills for families such as discipline, communication and general life skills Conduct specific groups as necessary, e.g. parenting class, decision-making, substance abuse, anger management and life skills Provide educational counseling to encourage school attendance, teach families about Individual Educational Plan (IEP) process and provide referrals to tutoring Assist in career guidance, job skills and job placement for youth Provide assistance with community resources through advocacy, information and direct connections Receive referrals from and provide progress reports to Juvenile Court, Juvenile Probation and Law Enforcement entities as specified by the ATD Program Participate in component meetings and trainings Maintain necessary client records and statistics, and submit timely monthly reports Participate in case supervision and program evaluation Participate in quality assurance review Provide administrative duties and meet all contract requirements Knowledge of and respect for diverse cultures Other duties as assigned Compensation and Benefits Your well-being matters at North County Lifeline! Paid vacation Paid sick time Paid holidays (13 days) Exceptional medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and acupuncture coverage Free health and wellness programs Free Life Insurance Employee Assistance program Great employee incentive award programs Training and education assistance Matched 403b retirement plan Flexible Spending Account Menu of optional benefits, including short term disability, critical illness, accident, hospitalization and cancer policy Pay Range Salary will commensurate with experience and education. Differential pay offered for bilingual skills.EOE Physical Demands/Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed in an extremely stressful environment where there are considerable mental and emotional demands. Travel is required to the schools /client homes. Employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Work Schedule Times may vary per individual client needs (may include nights and weekends)
Company:
North County Lifeline
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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