THP Plus Social Worker: Youth Housing & Life Skills Coach

Walden Family; California; On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Walden Family Services in Los Angeles/Encino, CA is seeking a THP Plus Social Worker. You will work with the child, resource family, biological family, significant others, the placing agency, and adjunct treatment personnel to help the child attain treatment goals and ensure a smooth transition through THP Plus.

Responsibilities include completing intake paperwork, developing needs and services plans, providing weekly youth consultation, managing funds and records, coordinating referrals,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or closely related field as defined by California licensing requirements.
• Valid California Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Fingerprint and Child Abuse Index clearances from the Department of Justice.
• Must meet Community Care Licensing requirements for licensed facilities.

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable of transitional housing programs and resources for transitional aged former foster youth.
• Conduct pre-placement appraisal with placing agency and youth; explain program expectations and complete intake paperwork.
• Obtain intake information and complete needs and services plan after acceptance; update as required.

Job description

Walden Family Services in Los Angeles/Encino, CA is seeking a THP Plus Social Worker. You will work with the child, resource family, biological family, significant others, the placing agency, and adjunct treatment personnel to help the child attain treatment goals and ensure a smooth transition through THP Plus.

Responsibilities include completing intake paperwork, developing needs and services plans, providing weekly youth consultation, managing funds and records, coordinating referrals,