Home Study Case Worker/Post-Release Service (PRS) Regional Supervisor/Lead Case Manager

Position Overview

Directly supervises HSPRS Supervisors and develops policies/procedures for the program. Collaborate with Program Director to monitor and manage caseloads. Responsibilities also include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems, performing clinical assessments, and facilitating crisis management.

Essential Job Duties

• Supervision of Case Management of Services: Supervise activities related to Home Studies (HS) and Post Release Services (PRS) of UAC’s with their appropriate sponsors consistent with VDM procedures and U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) regulations and policies. Provide an array of comprehensive supervisory services with the goal of effectively addressing the family's barriers and perspective strengthening their preventive skills utilizing strength based and solution focused strategies to enhance permanency outcomes.
• Manage Assignment of Home Studies and Post Release Services: Oversee the assignment of referrals, training new staff, and supervising the work of Post Release Services and Home Study Case Worker Supervisor.
• Case Management Support: Provide supplemental support to HS and PRS programs in times of influx by conducting home studies and providing post release services to UAC, including assistance with accessing education, medical care, mental health services, legal assistance, and other essential resources.
• Documentation: Oversee maintenance within the program of accurate and up-to-date case records, progress notes, and reports, ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Training and Development: Maintain expertise of VDM and ORR policies and regulations governing the program to ensure program efficiency. Stay informed about changes in immigration policies, laws, and regulations, and participate in relevant training and professional development activities. Provide leadership for the HS/PRS program by promoting the safety and well-being of unaccompanied children.
• Community Partnerships: Collaborate with community social services providers and community resources to enhance the support network available to unaccompanied children and their sponsors with specialized experience working with immigrant populations.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience: Master’s in behavioral sciences, human services, social services or bachelor’s with at least 5 years of progressive (including supervisory) experience in case management.

Work Environment

The noise level in this work environment is usually high in the office and on the road. The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties. The workspace is a large office and driving on city streets, with frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Pay

Salary: $91,000 - $92,820 annually

What We Can Offer You for All Your Hard Work

• Full benefits offered (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• FSA/Dependent Care and Supplemental benefits through The Mutual of Omaha
• 403 (b) - 3% Employer contribution based of annual salary
• Up to 4 Mental Health Days
• Up to 12 Paid Holidays
• Up to 25% for Cell Phone Discounts with a Major Carriers (AT&T)

Vista Del Mar’s Credentials

Our nationally recognized clinical programs have been awarded a Gold Seal by the Joint Commission, the highest level of accreditation possible. In addition, our educational facilities are fully accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and our graduate degree program is recognized worldwide for its high quality of instructions.

Equal Employment Statement

Vista Del Mar is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Therefore, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Vista Del Mar will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations as part of this commitment.