Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Elder Services Case Manager is an exempt position responsible for the direct supervision of case managers and case management services in the Community Care for the Elderly (CCE) Program.
WHAT WE OFFER:
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Bachelors degree in social work, sociology, psychology, or a related social services field
A bachelors degree in a field other than the social services field, with professional human services experience, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the education requirement.
Two (2) years of case management experience
Thorough knowledge of department programs and functions.
Considerable knowledge of community organization and resources
Ability to communicate effectively, including in a supervisory capacity
Competent in using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel
Knowledge of the management budget system is preferred
Must successfully complete the 701b Assessment training and receive certification
Must have a valid drivers license and current auto insurance coverage.
WHO WE ARE:
From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.
Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelors and Masters level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.
Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organizations background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration
Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.