Case Manager I/II (North Modesto)

Sierra Vista Child & Family Services; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 39,096; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

2 weeks vacation & 11 holidays

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Clinical supervision for licensure

Growth opportunities

Loan forgiveness for non-profit work

Job summary

Sierra Vista Child & Family Services in Modesto, CA is seeking a Case Manager to provide targeted case management services in accordance with contract requirements. This role involves assessment, planning, care coordination, and advocacy to support families.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor's preferred), a valid California driver’s license, and willingness to work evenings/weekends as needed. Benefits include health insurance, vacation and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; higher degree preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• Case Manager II requires Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field.
• Knowledge of community resources preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Valid California driver's license required with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide access, advocacy, resources and linkage to clients.
• Attend community events and provide outreach to identify needs and set goals; evenings/weekends as needed.
• Administer program measurement tools and surveys to track outcomes.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team and community organizations.
• Maintain records meeting agency, Joint Commission and contract standards.
• Prevent and control infection; uphold quality and safety.
• Use de-escalation techniques for crisis prevention.
• Administer C-SSRS to help prevent suicide.
• Ensure culturally appropriate interactions with clients.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication skills

De-escalation

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field

Equivalent experience accepted

Tools

Driver's license (CA)

Job description

Schedule

This schedule includes weekday shifts, two evening shifts, and a four-hour shift on Saturdays each week. Hours include Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am-7pm, and Saturday, 8am-12pm.

Position Summary

Case Managers provide case management services to targeted demographics per contract requirements. Case management is a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual’s and family’s comprehensive needs through communication and resources to promote well‑being.

Qualifications

• Case Manager I – High school diploma or GED required.
• Case Manager I – Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field preferred. Equivalent experience accepted.
• Case Manager II – Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field required.
• Knowledge of community resources preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• A valid California driver’s license is required of staff who have regular driving duties and the driving record must meet the requirements of their position and be approved by the agency’s insurance company.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate an agency or personal vehicle for work‑related activities which may include client visits, meetings, trainings, or other agency‑related appointments.
• Ensure compliance with driving requirements, including maintaining a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and proof of insurance as required by agency policy.
• Ability to communicate ideas in oral and written form.
• Ability to instruct in group and individual settings.
• Physical, mental, and emotional health adequate to perform duties.
• Must possess knowledge of mental health programs and community resources.
• Adhere to all applicable legal and ethical standards.
• Protect and honor individual integrity through confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a harmonious manner with subordinates, supervisors, and others.
• Ability to work effectively with cultural/ethnic diversity.

Responsibilities

• Provide access, advocacy, resources and linkage to clients.
• Attend community events, provide outreach services to include identifying areas that need to be strengthened, in addition to setting and reaching targeted goals. May need to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Administer program measurement tools and surveys to track and report program data and outcomes.
• Interact productively within a multi‑disciplinary team and other community organizations.
• Maintain record and tracking systems that meet standards of the agency, The Joint Commission and contract.
• Responsible for preventing and controlling infection.
• Responsible for maintaining a culture of quality and safety.
• Effectively use de‑escalation skills and techniques for crisis prevention.
• Properly administer the C‑SSRS to help prevent suicide.
• Interaction is appropriate and sensitive to client’s culture. Interaction is appropriate with client’s developmental level.

Other

• Attend all required meetings and training.
• Report any suspected child or dependent adult/elder abuse or neglect immediately to direct supervisor or utilize the chain of command if supervisor is unavailable.
• Report any client imminent danger to self or to others or gravely disabled immediately to direct supervisor or utilize the chain of command if supervisor is unavailable. Other duties as assigned.

Summary

We are a nonprofit organization with a mission to strengthen families and communities by transforming lives! We are currently recruiting for a Case Manager for our North Modesto Family Resource Center, who is ready to make a difference in the lives of others!

Benefits

• Health Insurance Coverage – Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and employer paid life insurance.
• 2 weeks of vacation, 11 paid holidays, 12 sick days upon accrual.
• Employee Assistance Plan – Unlimited access to professional consultants for money management, family counseling, legal advice and many other areas.
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Clinical Supervision for state licensure.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Non‑Profit Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Salary Increases each year.
• Supportive/collaborative work environment.
• Discounts available to employees for gym memberships, cell‑phone plan providers and other discounted perks.

Base Pay: $21.00-$28.38/hour