Case Manager - Kent, United States - Family & Community Services

Description

POSITION TITLE:
Reunification House Case Manager

DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM:
Counseling Department

REPORTS TO:
Clinical Supervisor or Clinical Director


SCHEDULE:
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Friday
10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday
Flexibility required for emergent needs


GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Provides case management and support to families living at the Transitional Reunification House.


ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides case management and support to families living at the Transitional Reunification House which includes creating a case plan for each family residing in the home.
• Coordinates and teaches family enrichment and adult services workshops to the residence of the house which includes bi weekly AA meetings and the following classes: parenting, family enrichment, counseling, like skills/education and training, budgeting/goal planning and health and wellness.
• May provide child care for youth residing in home for sessions that the case manager does not teach or facilitate.
• May provide transportation to and from school and appointments for adults and children residing in the home.
• Ensures residents sign in and out for workshops and are compliant with the policies and procedures associated with being a resident in the transitional home.
• Conducts, at minimum, weekly case management sessions with the residents in the home to go over goal plan/case plan objectives.
• Maintains regular communication with Portage JFS on progress which includes submission of a bi monthly progress report.
• Attends agency meetings including Portage JFS meetings, community meetings, and court hearings as requested.
• Notifies Portage JFS immediately when emergencies arise with families residing in home.
• Complies with Mandated Reporter requirements.
• Provides community education and awareness to the community and community partner organizations.
• Complies with agency policies and procedures, COA regulations, federal and state requirements, and educational/certification/registry requirements.

Other duties as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate Degree or two years related field experience

preferred

• Ability to meet agency requirements for criminal background check.
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license in accordance with County policy and must maintain motor vehicle liability insurance, must maintain continuing eligibility under the existing County driver eligibility standards.
• Ability to function as part of an organization by working with others and by adhering to established policies and procedures.
• Training in First Aid, CPR and De-escalation techniques.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL/LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's required or four years of related experience in social service discipline.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to travel to and work in clients homes.

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