Case Planner - Preventive Services

Salary Range $21.16 - $21.16 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Description

$21.16 Per Hour ($44,012.80 Annualized)

Preventive Services

Preventive services are provided to families who have been impacted in the child welfare arena. A CPS investigation has taken place due to a child being at risk of harm, abuse or neglect. In efforts to avert a child’s removal from the home and/or to reunify the child back into the family environment, preventive services are mandated by Family First legislation to be provided to families in lieu of foster care placement.

General Duties:

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  Responsible for providing weekly home-based intervention services and strategies to families identified by Erie County Department of Social Services (ECDSS) to be at risk for child abuse/neglect.

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  The Case Planner will be responsible for overseeing 12 cases (families) at any given time.

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  Conduct assessments of ECDSS referred clients and evaluate for other needs that may affect the presenting problem.

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  Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with the client.

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  Teach strategies to families to mitigate family disruption and assess safety of children throughout the process.

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  Collaborate with ECDSS and Community Partners to insure effective service delivery.

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  Maintain case files, and in general, meet contractual requirements as described.

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  Document case progress notes in Connections, a NYS electronic case management system.

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Specific Duties :

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  Provide mandated preventive services, outreach, case planning, assessment, counseling, and face to face contact in the home.

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  Participates in case conferences, service plan reviews, staff training, and court reports, on an ongoing basis.

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  Assist clients in developing measurable goals and individual service plans.

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  Monitor client progress and provide direct assistance, as needed, to ensure intervention compliance.

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  Advocacy with schools, courts, Erie County Department of Social Services (ECDSS), and other community resources and stakeholders.

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  Will have access to the company laptop and cell phone.

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Qualifications

Qualifications:

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  Minimum BA/BS degree preferred in human services or related field; and at least one year. experience in case management or implementing direct client services to multi-problem families.

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  Working knowledge of computers and computer software (NYS CONNECTIONS A PLUS).

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  Effective verbal and written communication skills.

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  The ability to carry out assignments without direct supervision.

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  Typing & Computer skills.

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  Spanish speaking a plus

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  Valid Driver’s License, Car Insurance, and daily access to a vehicle.

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  Ability to work flexible hours.

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Competencies :

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  Responsible for maintaining professional and positive relationships with referred families, ECDSS (CPS/CS) and community agencies. Must be able to use Microsoft Office

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  Good interpersonal and empathy skills, along with the ability to relate well with clients, staff and others.

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  Able to communicate a warm caring and non-judgmental approach to individuals and families.

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