In-Home Outreach Counselor

Human Services Association LA; Bell Gardens (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Human Services Association LA is seeking a Family Preservation In-Home Outreach Counselor in Bell Gardens, CA. The role provides in-home case management, crisis intervention, linkage, advocacy, and teaching services to families within the Family Preservation program.

The position requires a Master’s or a Master’s equivalent in a related field, experience in case management with low-income families, and the ability to work with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a Social Science, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field with extensive case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive assessments for up to 12 clients in collaboration with DCFS and stakeholders.
• Plans case goals, coordinates meetings, and updates plans as needed.
• Provides in-home outreach counseling, crisis intervention, linkage, advocacy, and teaching.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Documentation/writing

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Master's degree in Social Science/Social Work/MMT or related

Bachelor's in Social Work or related field + related experience

Job description

JOB TITLE: Family Preservation In-Home Outreach Counselor

DEPARTMENT: Family Services

PROGRAM: Family Preservation

STATUS: Full-time- Non Exempt

REPORTS TO: FP Program Manager

HOURS PER WEEK: 40

SALARY RANGE: $28-34 hourly

LOCATION: Bell Gardens, CA

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Family Preservation Program Manager, provides in-home case management, crisis intervention, linkage, advocacy and teaching and demonstrating services to Family Preservation program clients. The position requires excellent time management, organizational and writing skills. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for a job and is subject to be reviewed and changed at any time, with or without notice.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts comprehensive assessments for up to 12 program clients in collaboration with DCFS and the other stakeholders involved in case planning.
• Conducts case planning meetings, adjusts goals as necessary.
• Provides information, referral and case management services.
• Provides in-home outreach counseling (case management, crisis intervention, linkage, advocacy) visits, and teaching and demonstrating services, accommodating client schedules.
• Completes Up-front case assessments (e.g., clinical assessments if candidate is a master-level and registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences).
• Gathers reports and documentation from service providers.
• Participates in case reviews and consultations.
• Adheres to child abuse reporting and legal and ethical standards.
• Coordinates and participates in peer review as requested.
• Maintains client records, prepares progress reports, and handles administrative tasks as per program/contract requirements.
• Communicates with DCFS, Probation and Mental Health Providers.
• Attends meetings as assigned.
• Receives supervision from a licensed clinical supervisor.
• Related duties, as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of child abuse risk factors, domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health issues and/other factors that contribute to child abuse.
• Familiarity with evidenced based practices and Family Preservation program, desirable but not required.
• Ability to follow program and agency policies.
• Strong competency, independent judgment, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication, organizational and writing skills.
• Ability to meet attendance standards and work additional hours as necessary, including evening hours.
• Develop and sustain effective working relationships and work well in a team setting.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), highly desirable.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in a Social Science, Social Work, Marriage Family Therapy or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field AND extensive experience providing case management services in a social setting.
• Minimum two years' experience in direct services to low-income, ethnically diverse clients in a non-profit setting.
• Minimum two years' experience providing services to families affected by child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health issues and other trauma.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Driving is required on a daily basis. Must provide own vehicle, valid California Driver's License and proof of full insurance coverage.
• Negative tuberculosis screen.
• We require the selected candidate to undergo a criminal background check using the Live Scan fingerprinting method in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job or that an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job.

• Work in moderate noise levels and non-smoking environment
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds independently
• Frequently involves sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, and climbing stairs (as needed)
• Occasionally may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to speak and hear clearly to communicate effectively
• Constantly operates a computer, keyboard, and other various office machinery
• Majority of job duties are performed onsite; however, visits to different sites may be required

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION:

In accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Human Services Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal background checks on all new hires using the Live Scan fingerprinting method, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.