What are the responsibilities and job description for the DCS Case Manager position at CCSWW?
Overview
$24.57 - $30.72 HR/DOE
Join our Team! We offer an excellent benefits package!3 weeks vacation * 12 days sick leave * 13 holidays* medical * dental* vision* life insurance * LTD * AD&D * pension * 403b * catastrophic & accident ins *
The International Foster Care Program provides long-term foster care to undocumented minors eligible to resolve status, mostly from Central America. Position requires you to work independently and as part of a team with case management responsibilities for children. Consultation, training, and advocacy are important components of this program as well as identify/approve potential sponsors for family reunification. Experience working with immigrant populations desirable. There will be some occasional evening and weekend hours. Hours can be flexible with supervisor approval.
Responsibilities
- Identify and coordinate support services for children and youth in Long-Term foster foster care.
- Assist in planning cultural preservation activities for all children in our care.
- Assist with medical and mental health appointments for youth
- Implement ORR/DCS federal contracts for children in Long Term Foster Care.
- Complete intake paperwork for new arrivals to include; intake and risk assessments/ educational assessment/individual service/safety plans for each child. Provide detailed documentation in case files/court reports.
- Identify/approve sponsors for the family reunification process
- Arrange for appropriate educational programs for long-term foster care youth; including English as a second language and bilingual programs.
- Prepare the child for:
- Family reunification; if possible
- Independence and self-sufficiency
- Immigration court hearings
- Voluntary departure to country origin; if necessary
- Monitor the adjustment of the child in foster care. Provide support to foster parents.
- Collect and maintain all necessary records required for adequate program reviews and evaluation.
- Participate in related trainings/attend weekly staff meetings.
- Other duties as may be reasonably delegated by the supervisor.
Qualifications
- BA/BS degree in social work or related field.
- Two years’ experience working with diverse populations; preferably with ethnic minorities and, or refugee populations.
- Experience working in a child welfare setting.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Intermediate computer skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate case files and other necessary client records.
- Applicant must successfully pass required background checks prior to an offer of employment.
- Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and provide current auto registration.
- Must have an acceptable driving record per CCS’ driving policy, (required to provide current driving abstract)
- Proof of negative TB test upon hire or proof of test within past 12 months.
- First/Aid CPR certified or the ability to become certified within the 1 month of employment.
- Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services and a knowledge of and commitment to working within the Social Teaching of the Catholic Church.
- Support and contribute to a creative, collaborative and respectful environment that promotes teamwork.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:
- MSW or related field
- Bi-lingual in Spanish.
- Three or more years in case management experience with strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of WashingtonState child welfare regulations and procedures
Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.
Salary : $25 - $31