DOJ Case Manager
Fathers & Families Support Center · St Louis, MO · 7 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Description of this role
Responsible for assessing and assisting fathers participating in the Fathers and Families Support Center programs. Provide services to re-entering offenders during pre and post release.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
- Provide case management services to re-entering offenders’ pre- and post-release.
- Completes a social assessment, which includes personal interviews as well as collection of secondary information to complete an individualized plan for self-sufficiency and responsible fatherhood.
- Affords client in overcoming barriers through intervention, advocacy, and referrals.
- Identifies achievable goals, barriers, provides personal support and counsel to participants achieving identified goals.
- Facilitates peer and family support groups and classes, including the development and selection of topics and programs and securing outside guest speakers.
- Completes drug screening, police, and abuse records check.
- On-going case management to develop case plans to address offenders' needs.
- Documents individual records and forms, as necessary, to provide accurate and timely tracking.
- Develops and maintains network of community resources and social support systems, as necessary, to assist individuals and their children/families to move to self-sufficiency.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be culturally competent in working with men who need maximum direction regarding responsible parenting issues.
- Must be able to identify and apply cognitive behavioral interventions.
- Must have effective verbal and written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to utilize agency and community resources to meet goals.
- Must be able to organize and present information.
- Must be able to multitask, be team oriented, and be able to work independently.
- Must understand and practice the NASW code of ethics and be familiar with MS Office Suite.
Educational and Experience Requirements
- B.S. in Human Services or related minimum; or BSW, MSW preferred.
- Experience in working with at-risk populations, group facilitation, individual and family counseling, re-entry, and offender population.
- Valid Missouri Driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle.
What FFSC has to offer
- Competitive pay based on experience; 401k plan with 6% employer match.
- 95% Employer paid medical; partial payment towards qualified dependents coverage; FSA/HSA options.
- Low-rate Dental & Vision coverage; employer paid Life Insurance, STD/LTD plus buy up options.
- Generous PTO package with 14 paid holidays; flexible work/life balance.
- Discount program, additional voluntary benefits, partial cell phone reimbursement, and paid mileage.
- Annual staff retreat and an opportunity to be a part of a fantastic mission driven agency.
Pay Range
$40,000 - $45,000 per hour