Transition Facilitator/Social Worker (Bilingual)

Wage band range $23.50 - $36.00; starting pay is determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. Bilingual in Spanish is required, and the position is eligible for a bilingual pay incentive.

About the role

Under the oversight of the Director of Transitional Youth Services, the Transition Facilitator (TF) is responsible for implementing the clinical case management component of the overall treatment plan. The Transition Facilitator upholds Casa Pacifica's Standards of Behavior and embodies core values of respect, integrity, compassion, and courage, helping to facilitate a positive living and learning environment. We are a diverse and inclusive team providing excellent services to all surrounding communities. Team members are empowered to share their identities, ideas, and perspectives. A culture built on diversity, equity, and inclusivity is essential to creating a safe and healing environment at Casa Pacifica.

Responsibilities

• Partner with social workers and probation officers to assist in the continued development and progress of transitional-age youth individualized Transitional Independent Living Plan and Agreement (TILP).
• Engage youth and emerging adults to establish and build rapport through a strength-based approach.
• Assist youth and emerging adults in creating an individualized TILP.
• Help youth find their voice to advocate for themselves by clarifying personal rights and role-modeling positive self-advocacy.
• Work to help emerging adults develop personal choice and social responsibility.
• Participate in individualized TILP transition conferences for emerging adults under the supervision of a Social Worker or Probation officer.
• Assist emerging adults in addressing their individual needs and goals within Extended Foster Care.
• Provide emerging adults who are parents with “in the moment” suggestions to encourage positive parenting and be familiar with community and natural resources to address individual parenting needs (e.g., respite, child-care subsidy, medical, dental, medical insurance, parenting classes, and PCIT).
• Support youth and emerging adults in developing a transitional plan focusing on five life domains based on the Transition to Independence Process Model (TIP): Living Situation, Employment and Career, Educational Opportunities, Community Life Functioning, and Personal Effectiveness and Wellbeing.
• Assist in-care and after-care youth in developing an academic or vocational plan, enrolling in school or vocational training, completing Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) applications, linking them with community resources for coursework assistance, and other scholarship applications.
• Assist emerging adults in identifying employment opportunities, developing resumes, completing job applications, and developing job skills. Conduct mock interviews, provide on-the-job coaching, and work with worksites as appropriate.
• Use motivational interviewing and collaborative problem-solving techniques to engage youth and assist them in developing skills in the five life domains.
• Provide “in the moment” life coaching and create opportunities for youth to practice life skills. Highlight areas of strengths and areas for improvement, encouraging youth to explore alternative goals and strategies.
• Work alongside community partners and agencies such as Human Services Agency, Transitional Housing Program-Plus, Ventura County Behavioral Health Transitions Program, Pacific Clinics TAY Tunnel, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Kiwanis, Community Colleges, Casa Pacifica Amigos Auxiliary, Casa Pacifica Angels Auxiliary, and the Office of Education-Foster Youth Service.
• Document services and meet established client care minute goals.
• Provide transportation using a personal vehicle as needed.
• Attend outside training events and conferences as requested.
• Maintain compliance with all local, County, State, and Federal government regulations, including Title 22, Division 6, and prepare reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters within the organization regarding personnel, operations, and clients.
• Think ahead to address issues proactively – Preventative system of care.
• Participate in a crisis on-call rotation for youth and emerging adults participating in services.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• A valid California driver’s license is required for transporting clients. Any changes to your driving record must be reported immediately to Human Resources and your supervisor.
• B.A. or B.S. with five years’ experience or an A.A. with seven years working with severely emotionally disturbed young adults.
• BSW or MSW in social work (or related field) preferred, with 1-3 years of experience in human services, housing services, or vulnerable populations.
• Certified Social Work Case Manager (C-SWCM) or Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWCM) is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish, required.
• Knowledge of Title 22, Division 6 licensing requirements and residential care.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use various computer software, including Microsoft Office Suites.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to write comprehensive evaluations and progress notes/reports on youth’s treatment goals.
• Mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to apply principles of logic or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism and a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• 401k auto-enrollment at 3% with up to 5% fully vested employer matching contributions after the first year of service.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.
• Flexible Spending and Dependent care programs.
• Excellent training opportunities, including opportunities for CEUs.
• Education/Tuition Assistance programs.
• Group Discount Pet Insurance.
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness, Accidental & Dental supplemental plan options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free confidential crisis line 24/7, 365 days a year.
• 4 face-to-face or telephonic sessions per issue (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, divorce, conflict resolution, substance abuse, work-life counseling).
• Free legal and financial consultations.
• Identity Theft Recovery Services.

Pay

Wage band range $23.50 - $36.00; starting pay is determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.