Location: 330 N. Johnson St, Visalia, CA 93291 Company: PARENTING NETWORK INC
Job description
This position is uniquely designed for individuals who are a parent, grandparent, or sibling of a child with special needs. The Special Needs Case Manager plays a vital role in supporting families by providing case management services, resource navigation, and emotional support tailored to each family's circumstances.
Key Responsibilities
Provide individualized case management and linkage services to families of children diagnosed with special needs.
Collaborate with families to assess needs, identify priorities, and establish personalized goals.
Regularly review and update goals in alignment with the evolving needs of each family.
Offer support and guidance through both home and office visits as part of the case management process.
Assist families in navigating local, state, and federal resources and services.
Deliver emotional support and help families develop empowerment skills for long-term self-sufficiency.
Maintain accurate documentation of all case activities and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
Must be a parent, grandparent, or sibling of a child with special needs.
Demonstrated understanding of the challenges faced by families of children with special needs.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with families and service providers.
Reliable transportation for home visits.
Prior experience in case management, social services, or related field is preferred but not required.
Work Environment & Requirements
Ability to travel locally for home visits.
Flexible work hours may be required based on family needs.
Must be comfortable providing services in various settings (e.g., homes, offices, community spaces).
Minimum Qualifications
BA or 2 years in case management (Preferred)
Required: Be the parent, grandparent, sibling or other relative (who has helped raise the sibling) of a child diagnosed with a special need
Must have reliable transportation
Valid CA Driver’s License /Ability to pass a Criminal Background Check