Case Manager II (YAC)

Sierra Vista Child & Family Services; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation & Holidays

Employee Assistance Plan

403(b) Retirement Plan

Clinical Supervision

Job summary

Sierra Vista Child & Family Services in Modesto, CA seeks a Case Manager I/II for our Drop-in Family Resource Center to deliver early intervention and prevention services for youth and families.

You will meet youth at home or school, coordinate with community resources, help implement treatment plans, and support positive behavior changes. This role requires a flexible schedule, including some evenings and Saturdays.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field required. Equivalent experience accepted.
• Knowledge of community resources preferred.
• Bilingual required.
• A valid California driver’s license is required for staff with driving duties; driving record must meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate a vehicle for client visits, meetings, trainings and other appointments.
• Ensure driving requirements are met, including license validity, vehicle registration and insurance as required.
• Communicate ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Instruct groups and individuals as part of program delivery.
• Maintain physical, mental, and emotional health adequate to perform duties.
• Possess knowledge of mental health programs and community resources.
• Adhere to applicable legal and ethical standards and protect confidentiality.
• Work harmoniously with staff and diverse communities.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counseling or Social Work

Job description

Brief Description

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.

Brief Description

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

This position provides early intervention and prevention services focused on diverting vulnerable, high-risk youth from the juvenile justice system into community-based, developmental services and supports so that youth break the cycle of delinquent and criminal behavior and activity. The Case Manager ensures that youth coming to the family resource center receive caring and professional case management services. The Case Manager assists youth and their families with implementation of recommended treatment plans, so they can re-focus their attention on positive and productive behavior and choices. The Case Manager will meet with the youth in their home and at their school with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field required. Equivalent experience accepted.
• Knowledge of community resources preferred.
• Bilingual required.
• 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 I/II for our Drop-in Family Resource Center, who is ready to make a difference in the lives of others!

Why Sierra Vista?

Our supportive, caring environment extends not only to our clients and families, but to our valued staff as well. Employees from a number of disciplines work together in a collaborative, stimulating environment that is a model for quality care.

Sierra Vista Child & Family Services Offers

• Health Insurance Coverage - SVCFS offers a comprehensive health benefits package which includes medical dental vision coverage, and an employer paid life insurance policy.
• 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 are available to employees for gym memberships, with cellphone plan providers and other discounted perks.

Base Pay: $21.00-$28.38/hour