Case Manager - Florence Crittenton Services of Orange County, Inc.
Fullerton, CA 92831
About the Job
CASE MANAGER
Position Summary:
In compliance with ORR Policy & Procedures, identify and process potential sponsors and expedite reunification for Unaccompanied Children; obtain required documentation; and ensure timely and accurate maintenance of official records.
Essential Duties:
- Acquires, maintains, teaches and demonstrates knowledge of Prevention of Sexual Abuse (PSA) and Sexual Harassment standards at care provider facilities, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care and maintains a professional environment that is consistent with Title 22, licensing regulations, and established agency policies.
- Assess needs of children and adolescents in care and develops Individual Service Plans.
- Establish rapport with Unaccompanied Children, as well as their potential sponsors and screens for human trafficking concerns.
- Facilitates timely release or discharge of children and youth including following detail federal policy and making critical decision to ensure a safe discharge.
- Documents the provision of services in case files including crucial legal documentation that can affect the legal status of the child and youth.
- Manage logistics such as obtaining required documents, assembling records, entering records into electronic database including documentation of crucial legal and data elements utilized by the Federal government.
- Attend weekly Case Review meetings with Federal/ Office of Refugee Resettlement personnel to communicate specific details of cases to ensure timely and safely release of all children and youth.
- Act as the hub of coordination and communication with all internal departments to ensure all medical, mental health, education, recreation, and daily living needs are met
- Chaperone fly-outs (i.e. accompany youth to sponsor’s custody including air travel)
- Follow complex instructions that change frequently.
Minimum Qualifications
BA/BS in the behavioral sciences, human services or social services field. Two years of experience working in child welfare and/or case management experience required. Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred
Additional Requirements
- Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
- Excellent interpersonal skills required to facilitate interviews, build trust, and ensure cooperation.
- Must be able to successfully complete and maintain required certifications and training including, but not limited to, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, First Aid/CPR, and other evidence- informed practices.
- Must be computer-literate and be able to understand and effectively use electronic health record/billing systems.
Salary Range : $62,400 to $68,640
The posted pay scale for this position serves as a general disclosure. Actual pay offered within the range will be dependent on individual factors such as skills, qualifications, and relevant experience.