Social Service/Case Manager

Job Description

Job Description

GREAT BENEFITS: •Employee Assistance Program•401K Match•CalPERS Pension Plan•Mileage Reimbursement• Medical/Dental/Vision •Life Insurance•457 Savings Plan•11 Paid Holidays•3 Weeks Vacation

SUMMARY OF POSITION for CASE MANAGEMENT

Provides case management services for an assigned caseload. Works closely with individuals we serve and/or their families. Communicates with staff, vendors and the community. Organizes and resolves work-related situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES for CASE MANAGEMENT include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Case Manager contacts assigned individuals we serve and documents; contacts according to established SCLARC Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policy, and completes required documentation.

Case Manager prepares case transfers as needed.

Case Manger attends all unit, division, supervision, staff and in-service training meetings as required.

Case Manager attends all Planning Team meetings at primary programs and any other individual we serve related special meetings/hearings (e.g. SCAN, court, IEPs/IFSPs staffings, mental health, governmental/community agencies, placement, etc.) as required.

Case Manager handles officer-of-the-day (OD) duties as required.

Case Manager handles confidential information and adheres to Welfare and Institution (W&I) codes.

Case Manager consults with appropriate specialists regarding the service needs of individuals we serve.

Case Manager maintains effective working relationships with top management, peers and staff.

Case Manager may act as Program Manager in his/her absence.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. However, one may be asked to act as Manager in the absence of the Program Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Internships and/or training level employee may have less requirements.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and awareness to diverse groups. Must be able to handle confidential information and adhere to Welfare and Institution codes. Must have good time management skills and be PC literate.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

California Driver License, Class C with personal auto insurance (meeting minimum California requirements).