Case Manager - Bakersfield, United States - Westcare Foundation, Inc.

    Westcare Foundation, Inc.
    Westcare Foundation, Inc. Bakersfield, United States

    Found in: Careerbuilder One Red US C2 - 2 weeks ago

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    Job Location Bakersfield South H - Bakersfield, CAPosition Type Full TimeEducation Level High SchoolSalary Range $ $24.15 HourlyJob Category Nonprofit - Social Services

    Description

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    Person in this position will be responsible for the case management of a large caseload of participants in the STOP Program. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    • Case management of a large caseload of participants released from prison substance abuse programs.
    • Heavy documentation.
    • Coordination of various services throughout several agencies.
    • Travel to Community Based Providers in personal vehicle.
    • In-prison presentations.
    • Parole collaboration.
    • Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
    • Perform all other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

    Experience and Competencies:

    • Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
    • Excellent language and interpersonal skills.
    • Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Basic computer skills.
    • Good documentation skills.
    • Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
    • Professional appearance and demeanor.
    • Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
    • Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required.
    • Must be able to obtain and maintain CDCR Clearance.
    • CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
    • During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

    EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

    • Minimum two (2) years' experience working with the criminal justice population.
    • One (1) year case management experience is preferred.
    • Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.
    • High School diploma or its equivalent is required.

    LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

    • Not applicable for this position.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    • Work is performed primarily in an office, residential, or outpatient setting.
    • Regional travel is required.