Case Manager - Shelter

Case Manager – Shelter

At Child & Family Center, we're committed to creating a welcoming workplace where a wide range of perspectives and life experiences are valued. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Shift hours: Friday and Saturday 10:45pm-7:15am

Must be available for training for the first week of employment (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm).

Salary Range (final salary offer is based on a number of factors, such as certifications, experience, and more):

$23.78 - $26.78/hour

PLUS! An additional $0.9615/hour Bilingual Spanish Differential

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or College Degree
• Completion of 40-Hour DV Advocate Training highly preferred but will provide training within one month of hire.
• Applicants with personal experience with Domestic Violence are encouraged to apply.
• Participants in the County's Department of Public Social Services Greater Avenues for Independence (GAIN) Program or General Relief Opportunity for Work (GROW) Program are encouraged to apply.
• Requires the ability to independently use a computer, possess good communication/computer skills, have Microsoft Office skills, and learn necessary computer programs.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred to meet the clients' needs.
• Must maintain a valid California driver's license, insurance and driving record which complies with agency's insurance carrier standards.
• Must pass all applicable health, fingerprint/LiveScan and DMV clearances.

Job Purpose:

The Case Manager – Shelter provides rehabilitation services consistent with the client treatment plan. Services include assisting clients/families with improving, maintaining or restoring everyday functional/daily living skills. The Case Manager – Shelter also provides targeted case management services, including assessing for client's case management needs and linkage to community resources. In addition, the Case Manager – Shelter consults with team members and provides referrals as needed, provides brief childcare to children, utilizes age-appropriate activities for them, and ensures the safety of the children during the scheduled appointments.

Essential Job Functions:

• Conduct intakes, case management, crisis intervention and conflict intervention to shelter residents.
• Provide crisis intervention, information and referrals to individuals calling the 24-hour hotline.
• Monitor adherence to program procedures and guidelines for shelter clients.
• Participate in case management meetings with the Program Supervisor - Shelter for continuous client assessment and case management plan review.
• Work effectively in emergency situations and provide immediate feedback to Program Supervisor - Shelter.
• Provide transportation for shelter clients as needed.
• Ensure adherence to Shelter policies and procedures.
• Maintain proper documentation of client services.
• Provide workshops and educational trainings for shelter residents as approved by the Program Supervisor - Shelter.
• Responsible for minor property maintenance as needed.
• Maintain communication between all advocates via shelter log.
• Make purchases and maintain petty cash at the shelter as needed.
• Attend all training, staff and house meetings as required.
• Assist with fundraisers as needed.
• Facilitate a variety of support groups at Shelter as needed and assigned by supervisor.
• Provide adequate equipment and activities.
• Ensure equipment and the facility is clean, well maintained and safe at all times.
• Be familiar with and implement emergency procedures as needed.
• Provide childcare and supervise children in the childcare as needed.
• Assist with building client's and children's self-esteem; establish routines and provide positive guidance.
• Provide a safe and secure environment for children and clients to feel comfortable.
• Implement and demonstrate positive discipline tools when required.
• Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children and clients understand.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.
• Provide domestic violence education.
• Maintain a culturally responsive and trauma-informed environment.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt – Part-Time

This Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Child & Family Center uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.