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    Lead Case Manager - Washington, United States - Latin American Youth Center

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    Esperanza Program will provide foster care services, other related services, and release to sponsor services for Unaccompanied Children.

    JOIN US AND SUPPORT YOUTH TO LIVE, WORK, AND STUDY WITH DIGNITY, HOPE, AND JOY

    LAYC/MMYC is an organization that makes a difference in our community. We invite you to join our talented staff and become a part of an organization that is known for its commitment to excellence, mission, and respect for youth. We value diversity as a strength, with 85% of our staff identifying as people of color. We prioritize recruiting and supporting staff who have shared life experiences as our youth.

    LAYC/MMYC's mission is to empower a diverse population of youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood, through multicultural, comprehensive, and innovative programs that address youths' social, academic, and career needs. To achieve that mission, LAYC/MMYC provides services and opportunities to approximately 5,000 individuals annually to support academic achievement, promote healthy behaviors, and guide youth toward successful adulthood. LAYC/MMYC also conducts advocacy and public policy work to broaden opportunities for youth.

    LOCATION: Washington, DC

    COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

    In addition to a friendly work environment, we are pleased to offer the following benefits to our employees.

    • Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
    • Employer-paid life insurance
    • Voluntary long-term disability and supplemental life insurance
    • Matching 401(k) program beginning at hire
      3 weeks paid vacation leave per year, increasing to 4 weeks with tenure, 12 days (upfront) paid sick leave per year, 12 paid holidays per year.
    • Eight weeks paid parental leave, including adoption and foster care.
    • Health club discounts
    • One to two days per week of telework for most positions (eligible after first 60 days).
    • Education Assistance

    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Coordinates case management services to children and their families.
    • Coordinates and assists with the safe and timely release of children to their sponsors.
    • Responsible for training case manager and supervising the work of the case manager and transportation specialist.
    • Conducts intakes and provides feedback to Family Resource Specialist and Clinical Supervisor regarding admissions and placement.
    • Helps create a safe and inviting environment for participants.
    • Develops, monitors and updates participants' individualized services and case plans in collaboration with participants and relevant service providers.
    • Documents all contacts with and on behalf of children and their families within 48 hours of contact.
    • Ensures that indicators of safety, well-being and self-sufficiency, as appropriate, are being addressed and recorded in ETO and Office of Refugee Resettlement database.
    • Completes other duties as assigned.

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    • Must have a bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences, human services, or social services fields and at least three years progressive employment experience that demonstrates supervisory and case management experience.

    SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
    • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
    • Knowledge of community and local resources.
    • Flexible schedule, including occasional evening and weekends.
    • Bilingual or fluent/proficient: English and Spanish required.
    • Complete criminal and child abuse/neglect clearances.
    • Flexible, energetic, positive individual with commitment to youth development in a high quality, respectful environment.
    • Ability to work well and communicate with culturally diverse populations.
    • LAYC/MMYC requires the COVID-19 vaccine of all its employees. You will be asked to provide proof of vaccination at the time of your interview and at your onboarding.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 10 lbs. May require the ability to travel locally and/or regionally.

    LAYC/MMYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or status within any other protected group.

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

    TO APPLY

    Please submit a cover letter and resume.


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