FFC - Case Planner

About the Organization

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity. Each year, Rising Ground positively impacts the lives of more than 72,000 individuals through 101 programs across 138 sites in New York City and Westchester. The organization is committed to diversity and building a staff that reflects the communities it serves. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City.

About the Role

As a Case Planner, you will provide constructive services to children in foster care to improve their functioning and connect parents to services that address family challenges, assisting them with reuniting with their child.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct case planning services that assess child safety, child wellbeing, and facilitate permanency.
• Maintain mandated contacts with caretakers (foster parents), children, parents, siblings, clinical and medical staff, schools, and other resources.
• Develop service plans and connect children and/or parents to appropriate services addressing their individual needs.
• Document progress notes and complete timely, accurate reports, including FASP, PH reports, and intra-agency reporting.
• Make home visits and collateral contacts to meet ACS and OCFS requirements.
• Attend Family Court hearings.
• Facilitate and actively participate in six-month Service Plan Reviews and Family Team Conferences.
• Establish a culturally appropriate network with other systems within the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and knowledge of the child welfare system.
• One year of experience (preferred).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency, including knowledge of Connections software.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week.
• Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites if required.

Benefits

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Personal Days
• Insurance Coverage:
  • Medical - 3 plan options
  • Dental - 2 plan options
  • Vision - 1 plan option

Schedule

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, based in Brooklyn or the Bronx. Work hours options are:

• 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
• 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
• 10:00 am - 6:00 pm