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Family Finding Caseworker
Location:
Wellsboro, PA
Description:
Job Description Join our Children and Youth Services Team! Our Children and Youth Services' vision is the creation of better futures for children, families, and communities through the infusion of SAM Values. We recognize that families come in all shapes and sizes, all families have strengths, and families are the best place for children and youth to grow. If you are passionate about your career, enjoy helping people and want the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families, apply now! Summary of Responsibilities: Under the general direction of the Family Finding & IL Supervisor, this person will work to engage extended family members in service and involvement with the child and family. This position will perform activities on behalf and in support of the Family Finding Program including promotion of the Family Finding Program with Case Management, referred families and the community. This person will also provide case management for Resource Families. Duties are conducted in accordance with all existing policies, procedures and regulations and in accordance with the Mission and Values of the Company. This position has been designated to be a part of the County's CYS workforce for purposes exclusive to the proper handling of consumer information as is required by SAM privacy policies. Essential Functions: Maintains case records Meets with families to set up meetings Assists/facilitates family meetings Prepares documents Provides transportation to meetings Creates eco maps with families and youth Assists families in building their family tree Assists with required referrals Develops plans Engages families during meetings and processes Prepares Family Finding documentation Maintains the Family Finding file Assists with paperwork to access services Plans/organizes/leads family finding meetings Collects and reports data Attends required trainings Prepares court documentation and testimony Ensures referral source needs are being met Completes contacts with Resource Families Recruits actively and retains Resource Families Assists in locating appropriate placements for youth Maintains resource family records, per 3700 Regs Monitors ICPC Cases Personal Characteristics: Independent, Tech-Savvy, Responsive, Kind, Ethical, Motivated, Active Listener, Life-Long Learner, Adaptable, Confidential, Resourceful, Values, & Trustworthy Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree with completion of 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; OR two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level course work which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions Employment Requirements: Automobile and Valid Insurance, Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License, acceptable Motor Vehicle Record Check, Act 33 and Act 34 Clearances, FBI Fingerprint Clearance, Social Security Card, Immigration and Naturalization (I-9), Drug Screening Clearance Working Conditions: Prolonged periods working on a computer in an open office environment, comfortable communicating through virtual technology, and travel throughout the assigned region may occur and may be in adverse weather conditions, must be able to lift to 15 pounds.
Company:
Service Access & Management
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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