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Dependency Case Manager Trainee

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Location:
Delray Beach, FL 33483
Employee Type:
Full-Time
Industry:
Social Services
Manages Others:
No
Job Type:
Nonprofit - Social Services
Education:
4 Year Degree
Experience:
Not Specified
Travel:
None
Post Date:
11/3/2009
Contact Information
Ref ID:
187.67
Description PROGRAM NAME: Adoptions, Protective Services and Full Service Case Management
GRADE: 19

OBJECTIVE: To train and become proficient in identifying and assessing client and family needs of minors placed in care by DCF due to abuse or neglect by caretakers, with the ultimate goal of permanency. To assist and become proficient in evaluating, coordinating and ensure necessary services and/or treatment are provided; assist in completing assessments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS MAY INCLUDE:
  • Attend formal instruction (Phase I Child Protection Certification training program).
  • Upon successful completion of Phase I, enters Phase II which is a monitored field practice under close supervision which may include:
  • Conduct child safety assessments.
  • Assess client needs and develop service plans.
  • Coordinate the delivery of services, plan referrals and linkages to clients and families.
  • Monitor service plan progress and evaluates reports from multiple service providers and keep supervisor notified of progress or lack of progress.
  • Develop and maintain case and program documentation according to contract and CHS standards (assessments, treatment/service plans, progress notes, termination summaries, etc.)
  • Prepare case/status reports and makes recommendations/testifies at courts or other prescribed body regarding reunification, termination of parental rights or other permanency plans.
  • Conduct diligent searches as required by Dependency lawsCoordinate services with other professionals and paraprofessionals.
  • Conduct community outreach as needed.
  • Provide specialized services that may include detainment, interstate compact, post placement supervision, relative/non-relative caregiver home studies, court testimony, termination of parental rights and judicial review staffing
  • Provide support to children, caregivers and family members to assure stable placement and timely achievement of permanency.
  • Assist family / caregivers in accessing subsidy, medical coverage and other needed services for children
  • Coordinate cases with supervisor, team members, providers, DCF and attorneys as needed.
  • Facilitate placement and independent living.
  • May remove and place children.
  • May facilitate mediation staffing for reunification, TPR and detainment.
  • Arrange or provide transportation of clients when needed
  • Arrange for drug / alcohol screens as necessary.
  • Provide on call support as required or scheduled.
  • Participate in the quality Improvement process.

    This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. Children's Home Society reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.
    • Requirements QUALIFICATIONS:
    REQUIRED:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Services related field from an accredited university.
  • Must successfully complete:
    (1)the prescribed Child Protection Certification training and examination.
    (2)a considerable period of monitored field practice under close supervision and the associated field case requirement.

    The candidate may be advanced to a Dependency Case Manager once all qualifications have been met.

    PREFERRED:
    Experience working with at risk children and families

    SKILLS:
  • Excellent assessment skills and intervention strategies
  • Ability to perform at a high level of autonomy or with minimal supervision
  • Ability to observe and report accurately on the functioning of individuals & families
  • Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental factors in the resolution of family and personal problems
  • Ability to travel and make home visits
  • Ability to set appropriate limits and boundaries with clients
  • Ability to work flexible hours as required
  • Ability to act decisively when necessary to protect client
  • Ability to identify and understand environmental stressors

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
    NEEDED:
    Sitting, Reaching, Driving

    PREFERRED:
    Standing, Walking, Lifting, Carrying, Kneeling, Pushing/Pulling, Bending/Stooping

    Supervised by: Dependency Case Management Supervisor
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