Court Liaison - Blackwood, United States - Center for Family Services

Center for Family Services
Center for Family Services
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Blackwood, United States

1 week ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Sign-On Bonus

Location:
Blackwood, NJ


Job Type/Status:
Full Time; Required to be on call for a week once a month


Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Transports YES shelter clients to court
  • Conducts individual case management sessions each assigned client
  • Ensures that each client completes a Life Skills plan
  • Coordinates with IFC for an Individual Service Plan for each youth
  • Acts a Liaison for the court providing reports on the youth and their needs and any presenting concerns that the court should be aware of.
  • Attends case conference meetings weekly
  • Makes advocacy calls to DCPP, schools, parents, relatives, medical personnel and others on behalf of the youth
  • Arranges family and caregiver visitation for the youth in accordance with the Family Team, Courts, DCPP approvals and requests
  • Ensures each client has the necessary basic necessities for clothing
  • Transports youth to preplacement interviews, medical and other appointments as needed
  • Ensures all client files are completed with case management plans and notes as well
  • Ensures youth has medication and advocates with parents for the youth's needs
  • Makes referrals to alternate programs
  • Remains in ratio and supervises and engages the youth

REQUIREMENTS:


  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree or related field
  • At least two years of experience working with program population and oneyear experience providing group counseling. Experience with courts and building relationships with youth can be substituted for education.
  • Must pass and maintain compliance with CFS Motor Vehicle Report.
  • Must pass CFS drug screening and Pass a physical examination,
  • Must maintain automobile insurance coverage if driving a personal vehicle.
  • Completion of TB test, as required by funder and licensing agent for specific programs pertinent to this position

Benefits:


At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff.

We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.


  • Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
  • 401k Plan
  • Medical insurance plan options
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Prescription Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health & Wellness Activities
  • Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
  • Opportunity for advancement

Disclaimer Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
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