Family Reunification Case Manager

Position Title : Family Reunification Case Manager

Location : Parent Child Programs - Scranton, Pennsylvania

Department : Parent Child Programs

Employment Type : Full-Time

Minimum Experience : Entry-level

Compensation Rate : $19.00 Hourly

Description : Job Title :

Family Reunification Case Manager

Reports To : Program Director

Hours :

37.5 per week; some evenings and weekends required

Location : Outreach

FLSA Status : Hourly / Non Exempt

Outreach Culture :

Outreach's mission statement states, " With respect for the individual and with the highest professional standards, Outreach – Center for Community Resources offers a variety of programs that promote family stability and economic self-sufficiency.". We strive to embody this mission in our employment as well. At Outreach, you will find an environment where you are family, and family comes first.

Outreach Benefits

We proudly offer the following benefits to eligible employees;

medical, dental, and vision insurance

short term and long term disability

life insurance

generous PTO

401k plan

personal and bereavement leave time

flexible work arrangements

Summary :

Member of Outreach Team responsible for intensive case management of families with children in out-of-home placement with the goal of transitioning to permanent placement with the parent.

Duties

Acts as primary liaison with Office of Youth & Family Services (OYFS) caseworker(s); collaborates in development of transition plans and placement / care recommendations.

Supports, coaches, case manages and monitors children and their families / caretakers from the referral phase through reunification and in some cases beyond. Provides supervised parent / child visits where appropriate. Provides information and referrals; and secures supportive services and resources. Travel to and from children in placement, their family members or other appointments is often required. Some evening & weekend hours required.

In collaboration with OYFS, continuously assesses goals and service needs of children and families / caregivers identified for intensive case management services before and after reunification.

Cultivates community resources for children and families / caregivers with complex needs. Coordinates with OYFS, Outreach’s team, outside counselors and other service providers in order to address the challenges of reunification and to resolve service gaps.

Attends OYFS Family Team Conferences, Monthly Staffing and other meetings as required

Prepares and maintains case records, reports and other appropriate documentation; enters client data into agency data collection system

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience :

Master’s or Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Human Service and related experience required.

Computer Skills :

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficiency using Microsoft Word processing software; Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software; Internet software and Database software.

Certificates and Licenses :

Crisis Prevention and Intervention training preferred; Social service / MH / BH and case management experience preferred; Regional travel at various times / days to visit and / or transport children in placement and their families; Reliable transportation and valid PA Driver's License & auto insurance is required

Spanish language proficiency is preferred.

Work Environment :

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands :

The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 20-25 pounds.

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Salary : $19