What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Family Resources Inc.?
Since 1970, Family Resources has been the agency to turn to for crisis counseling, safe shelter and safe respite for runaway and homeless teens. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of those who need our help and have nowhere else to turn.
This is a professional position with responsibility for providing clients with case management services at our at-risk youth shelter. The Case Manager provides case management services to youth and families.
Payrate: $22.88/hr
Hours: 35 hours weekly
Benefits offered to those who meet eligibility requirements
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Acts in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Family Resources.
- Conducts job performance and tasks in accordance with assigned key performance indicators (KPI's)/program deliverables.
- Conducts themselves in a manner supporting of a healthy culture within the agency.
- Attends appropriate Truancy Court hearings.
- Provides services to youth during traditional and non-traditional business hours in communities, homes and/or schools and connects youth and families to a coordinated, comprehensive array of services that meet their ongoing needs.
Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements:
- Must demonstrate awareness and acceptance of cultural differences of clients, staff, and community contacts.
- Must have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including clients, staff, professional and community persons.
- Must possess excellent organizational skills, well developed verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively deal with complex issues.
- Must maintain a high degree of professionalism and reliability within areas of responsibility by providing leadership, direction, motivation, and training.
- Should possess characteristics that show sound judgment in fulfilling position duties and responsibilities as well as a cooperative attitude in working relationships with senior members of management.
- Must have valid Florida Driver's License and auto insurance for personal vehicle and a clean driving history.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with emphasis in areas of psychology, social work, or related field.
- Minimum of two years' experience working with youth and their families.
Physical Requirements:
- The ability to lift 25 pounds occasionally.
- Frequent sitting, standing and/or walking.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers
- The ability to hear and respond quickly to sounds.
- Close, distance and peripheral vision
Salary : $19 - $23
