Bilingual (Spanish/English) Case Manager - St Anne (Arlington Heights 60004)

Join Maryville Academy and improve the lives of children and families! We have full-time openings for Bilingual Case Managers in the Unaccompanied Children's Shelter in Arlington Heights

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About the the Bilingual Case Manager Position The Bilingual Case Manager for the Unaccompanied Children's Program, under the supervision of the Lead Case Manager, acts as an advocate for the youth, supporting them in exercising their rights, choices, and responsibilities. The main role of the Case Manager is to ensure that each child is safe and cared for, and is reunited with a suitable parent, guardian, or sponsor in the most expeditious manner possible. This position requires the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ensure safety for all UC within each home; Coordinate and handle an estimated case load of 8-10 at any given time; Coordinate initial intake for each UC; Schedule/confirm each UC has an initial medical evaluation within 48 hours of arrival; Coordinate and assist the Clinician to assure the admission assessment and family tree are completed within 3 days of arrival; Coordinate and assist Clinician to assure the psychosocial summary and individualized Service Plan (ISP) are completed within 7 days of arrival; Manage reunification process for each UC; Keep information updated in UC portal; Coordinate the discharge and release of child to their sponsor; Respond to client emergencies within or outside work hours; Attends a minimum of 40 hours advanced training/workshops on an annual basis Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in relevant behavioral/social sciences field; 2-4 years progressive experience in case management. Skills/Knowledge: Strong communication and organizational skills; Strong skills in Microsoft Office and web-based databases; Strong sense of ethics and capacity to interact with ORR stakeholders; Demonstrated willingness to be a team player; Must possess a valid driver's license. $57,000 - $60,000 yearly salary. Physical Demands: Required to frequently sit, stand, bend, stoop and walk, sometimes for extended periods; Ability to walk up and down stairs; Required to lift/move objects and/or youth weighing in excess of 40 pounds; Must have visual, hearing, and learning capabilities sufficient to perform the essential functions defined above. Environment and Scheduling: Work is performed in designated program; Duties involve contact with youth who may be traumatized; Must be flexible and available to work additional hours when necessary; May be scheduled to work on weekends and/or holidays. Why Join the Maryville Family? Maryville offers all full-time employees: PPO health insurance options Vision Insurance Dental insurance (after one year of service) FSA and HSA 403(b) Paid vacation and sick days 9 paid holidays a year Long Term Disability and Life Insurance (after one year of service) Tuition reimbursement (after one year of service) For more information about all of the services that Maryville provides, please visit our website at . Maryville Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, veteran status or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Maryville Academy