Effective Date : July 1 2025
NON-MANAGEMENT JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title : Case Manager STAC
Exempt / Non-exempt : NON-EXEMPT
Immediate Supervisor : Executive Director
Compensation Range : $23.50 - $25
Benefits : Click Here to view LCFS Full-Time Employee Benefits.
Essential Functions :
1. Primarily responsible for effectively coordinate and lead Client Staffings to include but not limited to attending staffing for incoming current and discharged clients facilitating staffing for all current clients and completing staffing reports within the required time period. Actively participate in all DCFS Staffing conference calls. Evenings weekends Driving responsibilities.
2. Coordinate and organize all discharges of clients to include but not limited to completing all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
3. Actively assist clients to locate and engage family members and adult supports; providing advocacy and support in reunification matters. Assist in coordination of visitation logistics to ensure adequate transportation needs are met.
4. Provide all required documentation needs to DCFS Caseworker in timely and accurate manner. Complete and submit all State (i.e. DCFS) required documentation by the necessary timeline.
5. Provide accurate and timely written and oral communication to Therapist and immediately notify supervisor and therapist of any concerns for safety.
6. Actively participate in all agency-related meetings and activities as assigned by the Program Manager including facilitating two groups per week.
7. Attend IEP meetings for STAC youth.
8. Collaborate with Youth Care Workers to address and meet the needs of the youth.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Ability Requirements :
Demonstrate an ability to work with youth families and social service agencies in a professional manner as an agent for positive change. A commitment to the values and ethics of a professional social worker.
Demonstrate at all times a level of personal and professional integrity honesty and competency that brings credit to the profession and the agency.
Demonstrates ability to work independently while demonstrating strong interpersonal skills in relating to youth and staff in a positive constructive and therapeutic manner.
Demonstrates leadership skills which will ensure healthy communication with staff members.
CPI train the certified (LCFS will provide training)
Education and Experience :
A bachelors degree in social work or a related human services field and 2 years of group home with youth experience. Have appropriate educational background from an accredited school of social work or related field. Experience with DCFS policy and procedures preferred.
Physical Demands and Other Requirements :
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential duties listed in the job description satisfactorily. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Capable of operating standard office equipment including a computer and keyboard calculator typical business machines such as a fax machine and copier. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 20-30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to have valid drivers license auto insurance and must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. The work environment characteristics include a noise level which is usually low to moderate.
Position Responsibilities / Program Execution and Decision Making :
Diversity and Inclusion / Professionalism : In all aspects of their work presents as a role model to others behaving in a way which actively supports LCFS as a welcoming community promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace and collaborates with others to further equity and dismantle barriers to a more inclusive experience of community. Participates in annual professional development and / or advocacy regarding inclusion.
Ethical Conduct : Follows all ethics policies and procedures related to program execution and decision making as defined by the agency as well as any related professional licensing regulatory or accrediting body. Maintain confidentiality of client staff and agency information. Reports any known or suspected breaches of confidentiality in accordance with policy. Reports possible misconduct or relevant errors / oversight in a timely manner and responsibly addresses related issues with chain of command.
Communication / Interpersonal Skills : Consistently conveys clear accurate timely and respectful communication appropriate for the situation. Informs appropriate management staff when incident occurs or a crisis situation. Maintains professional boundaries with clients / residents staff interns volunteers and vendors. Able to successfully share skills and concepts with others and works effectively with others under time and environmental pressures.
Safety and Agency Resource Utilization : Demonstrates sound judgement and foresight in safety awareness and in daily work. Notifies in a timely manner the supervisory chain of any incidents or circumstances that need attention. Report all suspicions or allegations of abuse immediately to their supervisor. Ensures appropriate utilization of materials and resources and minimizes waste.
Other Responsibilities : All other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Required Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
Project Portfolio Management,Motivational Interviewing,HIPAA,Computer Skills,Intake Experience,Lean Six Sigma,Conflict Management,Case Management,Team Management,Program Development,Social Work,Addiction Counseling
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Monthly Salary Salary : 23 - 25
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