What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Resilience Case Manager position at LA Voice?
Job Description
Job Description
Organization
LA Voice believes all people have power and a voice. Every day we amplify that power by uniting diverse faith voices and equipping grassroots leaders to organize for what their communities need, winning systemic changes that improve the lives of all county residents. We are an interfaith, multi-racial, multicultural organization of 70 faith and spiritual communities that represent more than 50,000 families in Los Angeles County. (See our Facebook page L.A. Voice or website www.lavoice.org). Our core strategic values are : exponential growth of grassroots leadership; bridging to belong across differences; and confrontation with power for social transformation leading to racial equity and inclusion.
Our diverse and experienced team works with communities across the county to create a Los Angeles with racial equity and abundant life for all. LA Voice is a member of Faith in Action (www.faithinaction.org), the largest grassroots spiritual and congregational organizing network in the U.S. and a member of PICO California, an effective, highly respected grassroots organization playing a significant role to turn the tide toward inclusion and equity and create a true state of belonging.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Community Resilience Case Manager who will play a key role in LA Voice’s wildfire response efforts. We are seeking a licensed social worker for a six-month position with the possibility of extension. The role requires engaging with diverse communities effectively, offering compassionate assistance, and fostering long-term recovery solutions. This role will help individuals and families recover by providing essential support, connecting them with community resources, and advocating for equitable recovery policies.
In the immediate aftermath of the Los Angeles Wildfires, LA Voice activated our rapid response network to provide immediate support and relief to our communities. These efforts have included :
- A Resource Hub for affected congregations and their constituents, empowering them to self-advocate and to receive the assistance to which they are entitled.
- Research Hub : LA Voice is sending organizers to evacuation shelters to track and measure community needs.
- Rapid Response : We have created a grant pool to support congregations and community members affected by recent wildfires, responding to the emergent needs of its community through online applications.
The Community Resilience Case Manager will bring social worker expertise to our Community Organizer’s efforts, providing case management services to individuals who have been impacted by the wildfires. They will :
Skills and Experience
Compensation : This is a full-time, salaried temporary role with an annual salary range of $62,000- $75,000 depending on skills and experience. The role will be for six months with some possibility of extension. Some nights and weekends will be required.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this role, it is frequently required to stand for long periods, walk, and sit at a desk working on a computer. The team member must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to drive and travel.
Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the team member for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We provide equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
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Salary : $62,000 - $75,000
