Position Summary: In compliance with ORR Policy & Procedures, identify and process potential sponsors and expedite reunification for Unaccompanied Children; obtain required documentation; and ensure timely and accurate maintenance of official records.
Pay Range: $23.76 - $33.94 per hour.
Responsibilities Acquires, maintains, teaches and demonstrates knowledge of Prevention of Sexual Abuse (PSA) and Sexual Harassment standards at care provider facilities, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care and maintains a professional environment that is consistent with Title 22, licensing regulations, and established agency policies.
Assess needs of children and adolescents in care and develop Individual Service Plans.
Establish rapport with Unaccompanied Children, potential sponsors, and screen for human trafficking concerns.
Facilitate timely release or discharge of children and youth following federal policy and make critical decisions to ensure a safe discharge.
Document the provision of services in case files including crucial legal documentation that can affect the legal status of the child and youth.
Manage logistics such as obtaining required documents, assembling records, and entering records into electronic databases, including documentation of crucial legal and data elements utilized by the Federal government.
Attend weekly Case Review meetings with Federal/Office of Refugee Resettlement personnel to communicate specific details of cases to ensure timely and safe release of all children and youth.
Act as the hub of coordination and communication with all internal departments to ensure medical, mental health, education, recreation, and daily living needs are met.
Chaperone fly-outs (accompany youth to sponsor’s custody including air travel).
Follow complex instructions that change frequently.
Minimum Qualifications BA/BS in the behavioral sciences, human services or social services field. Two years of experience working in child welfare and/or case management experience required. Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred.
Additional Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
Excellent interpersonal skills required to facilitate interviews, build trust, and ensure cooperation.
Must be able to successfully complete and maintain required certifications and training including, but not limited to, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, First Aid/CPR, and other evidence-informed practices.
Must be computer-literate and able to understand and effectively use electronic health record/billing systems.
Employment details Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industry: Mental Health Care
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