Prevention Case Associate

Responsibilities

• Home visits to assess family resource needs and assist caregivers with establishing structure and routine for their children.
• Accompany clients to community-based appointments including school meetings, medical appointments, public assistance, housing, etc. to provide support and advocacy.
• Contact schools, doctors, in-home service providers, mental health, substance use and domestic violence programs to gather ongoing information on clients' service needs.
• Assist clients in obtaining grants and benefits.
• Aid in case management and case-related administrative tasks including filing, documentation, and data entry using the agency's electronic health record.
• Participate in case reviews, individual and group supervisions, department meetings, and agency-wide training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
• Prior experience working with families in a child welfare setting is preferred
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and engagement skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred (and includes a salary differential)

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be strength-based, trauma-informed, culturally responsive and committed to family preservation and resilience.

Skills

• Strength-based approach
• Trauma-informed care
• Culturally responsive practice
• Family preservation and resilience

Benefits

This position offers a highly rewarding opportunity to build relationships with underserved families and an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative multidisciplinary team.

Pay

$43,000 - $48,000

Schedule

Citywide home and community-based program, with the ability to work independently and flex hours on weekdays to meet the needs of youth and caregivers. Hybrid model supports work-from-home when staff are not in the field.