Case Worker 2 (Housing and Employment Specialist)

Core Responsibilities

• Conducts situational analysis, which may be at home and/or office visits, mentors, and provides technical assistance as needed.
• Collaborates with the service agencies and program leadership to provide and administer services appropriately.
• Develops and provides training to family support networks and/or care providers on various topics related to quality early care and education.
• Maintains and reviews records and files to ensure compliance with project guidelines.
• Collaborates with all funding sources to ensure the availability of adequate resources.
• Maintains current knowledge of services available and changes applicable rules and regulations.
• Attends meetings and training, which may include the Early Learning Coalition, United Way, and the Quality Counts Career Center to enhance developmental potential.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• This direct service position is responsible for providing maternal child health services to clients (pregnant women and infants) participating in the Healthy Start/CIR CONNECT Programs and related special projects.
• Duties also include quality assurance and quality improvement activities related to service delivery.
• Must be willing to conduct home visits with personal vehicle to provide services to clients and interact with other community providers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary
• Commitment to the University’s core values
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment
• Must be bilingual, English and Spanish

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.