Bilingual Case Manager - Juntos (3011)

Center for Family Services; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 48,600 - 59,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $500 upon hiring

Excellent paid time off (PTO)

401k Plan

Medical insurance plan options

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness Activities

Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Center for Family Services in Bridgewater is looking for a bilingual Family Support Case Worker. This full-time role involves developing individual child case plans, assessing safety, and maintaining case files to support family unification for immigrant children.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree along with experience in child welfare. Excellent benefits include a sign-on bonus, PTO, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish essential.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Experience in child welfare or social services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop individual case plans for children in the Juntos Home Study program.
• Assess ongoing safety and appropriateness of placements.
• Maintain accurate and complete case files.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Client advocacy

Case management

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or equivalent degree

Job description

Job Type / Status

Full Time

Salary

$54,000 per year

Summary

The bilingual Family Support Case Worker will develop individual child case plans, track progress, and maintain complete case files, including information, education, referrals, outreach, advocacy and support to support the post‑release home placement of children. This position will maintain a network of contacts and referral resources to support sponsors and children. The position will assess safety and appropriate placement for children in the Juntos Home Study program with the goal to support family unification for immigrant children, family preservation, kinship care, and general child well‑being.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide information, education, referrals, outreach, advocacy, and support to ensure each child receives the services they require.
• Assess the safety and appropriateness of the placement on an ongoing basis using child welfare principles and social work best practice.
• Develop individual case plans with particular attention to culture, language, and special circumstances.
• Maintain accurate and complete case files by updating database systems, submitting reports, and managing physical case files.
• Conduct calls, interviews, and home visits to assess safety and placement.
• Build a network of local pro‑bono legal resources, food and clothing banks, mental health services, and care providers to establish services for youth.
• Track individual progress via an online database.
• Coordinate and maintain communication with key stakeholders.
• Participate in regular training and communication sessions with on‑site staff and case workers, supervisor, and headquarters staff.
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in the CFS employee handbook, including demonstrating respect for agency staff, the service population, and community members, and complying with required dress code at all times.
• Meet or exceed program productivity expectations on a regular and sustained basis.
• Ability to perform duties and services remotely from home.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree or an equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology, or other behavioral science fields.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus: $500 upon hiring.
• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday.
• 401k Plan.
• Medical insurance plan options.
• Prescription Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health & Wellness Activities.
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities.
• Opportunity for advancement.

Disclaimer

All positions require pre‑employment drug screening and criminal record checks. Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.