Traveling PRS Case Workers Lev. 2 Bilingual (Spanish and English)

Rite of Passage; Colorado Springs (CO); Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization dedicated to helping unaccompanied immigrant children seeks Caseworkers for its Home Study/Post Release Services Program. This remote position focuses on providing support and resources for children once they are released to their sponsors. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant Bachelor's degree, possess child welfare experience, and demonstrate fluency in Spanish. The role involves conducting home visits, case management, and advocating for the children's needs.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Fluency in Spanish required.
• 1 year of experience in child welfare programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to assess child placements and connect to community services.
• Provide crisis intervention and case management focused on child safety and well-being.
• Document detailed assessments and maintain communication with supervisors.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Crisis intervention skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Assessment and analysis skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Looking to hire Traveling Caseworkersinthe followingareas:

Oregon

Utah

Arizona

North Carolina

Alabama

Georga

Tennessee

New York

Washington

Looking to hire Case workers at PASO Home Study/Post Release Services Program REMOTE, an affiliate of Rite of Passage. Our employees help people seeking safety from persecution in their home countries and reunite families torn apart by conflict. Combined with our residential programs we resettle and protect vulnerable children who arrive unaccompanied in the United States. We advocate for compassion and justice for all migrants. Joining our team is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Home Study/Post Release Services” program, operated by PASO, a Rite of Passage affiliate, provides supportive services to unaccompanied immigrant children after release from ORR custody. Reporting to Case Management/Personnel Supervisor, the HS/PRS Case Manager will conduct home studies, case management and supportive services to unaccompanied immigrant children once they are released to their sponsors in the assigned area.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Conduct home visits and phone contacts with the dual purpose of assessing safety and suitability of child’s placement with their caregiver (sponsor) and connecting child to services in the community to address risk factors.
• Ongoing case management with a focus on screening and making appropriate referrals to address child’s needs in the following domains: Placement issues, safety issues, education, health, mental health, legal/immigration proceedings, substance abuse, independent living, criminal/juvenile justice, child enrichment activities.
• Provide crisis intervention services directly, as needed, or connect family to services to ensure minor’s safety and well-being in a crisis situation.
• Submit detailed and thorough documentation in compliance with PASO policies and procedures.
• Apply social work best practices for thorough assessments of child’s progress and services provided.
• Maintain regular and timely communication with supervisor around any issues concerning the child’s safety, stability, or well-being in the placement.
• Participate in ongoing supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology, or other social service field, with particular focus on child and adolescent development.

Skills & Abilities:

• Fluency in Spanish required
• At least 21 years of age.
• At least 1 year of experience with child welfare programs
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to connect families to community services
• Excellent clinical and crisis intervention skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Critical assessment and analysis skills
• Ability to manage time effectively, multi-task, determine priorities, and work independently
• Ability to do home visits up to 70%
• Knowledge of and experience working with refugee or immigrant children preferred
• Cross-cultural or international experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Special Position Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required
• Must be able to pass an FBI background check as well as a CA/N check for every state in which they have resided in the last five years.
• Hybrid remote/in office work

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Qualifications Education

Required

Bachelors

Experience

Required 1 year

Child welfare experience

Preferred

Case Management experience

Behaviors

Preferred

Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

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