Bilingual IPS Case Manager

Xiente•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

IPS Case Manager will provide case management services to IPS youth and their families. The IPS Case Manager will be responsible for conducting assessments, monitoring safety in home and program, monitoring school progress & attendance and providing referral and linkages. He/She will provide on-site programming including, but not limited to, academic workshops, tutoring, recreation, field trips, etc. IPS Case Manager will report to the site IPS Counselor and IPS Supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (social work, behavioral health counseling, criminal justice, or related education) Master’s degree preferred.
At least three years of direct service experience working with urban youth and/or families, e.g., individual and/group counseling, youth work
Strong interpersonal & communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and in collaborative environment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and maintaining database
Excellent organizational skills, ability to effectively handle documentation and paperwork
Bilingual/Bicultural in Spanish and English
Strong communication skills-written and verbal
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact with individuals of different racial, cultural, educational, and economic backgrounds
Valid driver’s license and car or strong knowledge of local Septa routes
Familiarity with the Norris Square Community and its service providers

Responsibilities

Provide Case Management to youth and families of the IPS program, including monitoring youth in home & on site, provide referral & linkage and participate in crisis intervention
Conduct mandatory home visits when required, with the assigned Counselor
Conduct and or participate in assessments of youth with parents/guardian input. This includes intake, Service Plans, Discharge Plans etc.
Collect information about the family through use of interview, case history, and observational techniques
Link parents to support services related to Housing or Social Services
Participate in monthly case review meetings with the team and DHS liaison to discuss youth progress
Document all services provided for each assigned case including, but not limited to, assessments, progress notes, service plans,monthly and narrative reports both in databases and hard file
Make court appearances with all youth on assigned caseload
Maintain excellent relations with the assigned Counselor and the team
Attend all required meetings and trainings
Adhere to IPS and DHS standards, protocol and expectations
Participate in transporting clients to and from program, as needed
Other duties as assigned