Overview This role is with Jewish Vocational Service of Kansas City. Home Study/Post Release Case Manager is responsible for fulfilling the JVS mission by providing case management and supportive services to unaccompanied immigrant children in Kansas City and the surrounding areas. The purpose of this program is to provide follow up services, case management, and address the needs of unaccompanied immigrant children during their post-release/reunification time.
This position will be housed inside of the Social Work - Youth Program. The Social Work Program is focused on holistic, culturally competent social work interventions, based on strengths, empowerment, and ecological perspectives and adherence to the NASW Social Work Code of Ethics. These culturally competent interventions utilize multicultural and language abilities of staff, as well as trained contracted interpreters. Types of interventions, as well as frequency and intensity of services, are driven by the needs of the community and each client. Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients, communities, and agencies is an integral part of the position.
Responsibilities Conduct home visits and phone contacts with the dual purpose of assessing safety and appropriateness of child's placement with their caregiver (sponsor) and connecting child to services in the community to address risk factors.
Provide ongoing case management with a focus on screening and making appropriate referrals to address child's needs in the following domains: Placement issues, safety issues, education, health, mental health, legal/immigration proceedings, substance abuse, independent living, criminal/juvenile justice, child enrichment activities.
Provide crisis intervention services directly, as needed, or connect family to services to ensure minor's safety and well-being in a crisis situation.
Submit detailed and thorough documentation in compliance with Global Refuge policies and procedures.
Utilize best practices with youth for thorough assessments of child's progress and services provided.
Maintain regular and timely communication with supervisor around any issues concerning the child's safety, stability, or well-being in the placement.
Attend required Global Refuge meetings and trainings
Participate in ongoing supervision with JVS Youth Program Manager
Work collaboratively with JVS staff to ensure client has access to holistic care
Work closely with established community partners and identify new opportunities for partnership
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Bachelor's level degree in human services or related field, or equivalent related experience
At least 1 year relevant experience in case management or similar roles
Fluency in Spanish required
Skills Needed Collaboration with the refugee and immigrant communities
Commitment to continued learning and education
Commitment to continuing to gain knowledge of policies impacting immigration in the U.S.
Ability to establish and develop relationships with JVS staff/community agencies/partners
Ability to be self-directed and highly flexible in daily work
Ability to recognize and respect cultural and ethnic differences
Knowledge and understanding of trauma and domestic violence
Knowledge and/or willingness to learn and identify a wide range of community resources
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and willingness to learn/utilize JVS database
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Individual and Family Services