CASE AIDE/INTERPRETER

Lutheran Services Carolinas•Columbia, SC

16d•$41,000 - $43,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Aide will provide general program support within the Transitional Foster Care for Unaccompanied Children Program. The primary responsibilities are assisting the Case Management and Medical Teams by providing support with documentation and transportation. Case Aides assist in transporting youth to medical appointments and for reunification with sponsors. Travel within and out of state is a requirement of the position.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma.
Experience: Minimum one-year related work experience or experience in an office environment. Previous experience with refugee, immigrant or minority families is required.
Specific skills/abilities: Bilingual in Spanish/English. Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to relate well and work with others. Excellent computer skills; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel. Must process cross-cultural sensitivity and awareness.
Specialized knowledge, licenses, etc: Valid NC or SC drivers license and valid registration and insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

Assist case managers with administrative tasks, data entry and documentation, including but not limited to: sponsor assessments, significant incident reports, case notes, individual service plans and other documentation as specified
Transport youth to medical, dental or immunization appointments.
Assist with transportation and intakes of arriving minors.
Assist with discharge and transportation of minors for reunification with sponsors.
Responsible for maintaining client contact for case follow-up or intervention as directed by case manager.
Support Case Manager in maintaining contact with clients and foster families during case manager’s absence.
Participates in the On Call Schedule to provide full coverage for emergencies.
Assist with transportation for field trips, provide support for classroom activities and coverage as needed.
Interpret for clients as needed.
Be knowledgeable in ORR policy and procedure and ensure professional boundaries are established and maintained at all times during supervision of clients
Other duties as assigned.