Case Planner

MercyFirst • Brooklyn, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Family Support Programs provide family focused assistance utilizing Solution Based Casework model which focuses on goals to stabilize and support families. Promoting skill acquisition and behavior change which aligns to the promotion of child well-being outcomes. POSITION SUMMARY: Family Support Case planner supports and stabilizes families involved with Child Welfare or in crisis utilizing the Solution Based Casework model to prevent out of home placement. Case work counseling is provided and/or referred to address issues concerning Intimate Partner Violence, Mental Health concerns, Substance Use, and School difficulties. Home visits are required to assess the safety of children.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health)
• 1+ years of related work experience with children and/or families preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to engage with clients
• Knowledge and training in working with children and families including child development stages and family dynamics.
• Willing to make home visits and work various hours (no weekends)
• Understanding and willingness to commit to the agency’s Mission, core values, Sanctuary Commitments and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB).

Benefits

• A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family
• 403B retirement benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays)
• Free employee assistance program through National EAP
• Insurance discounts for our staff and their families
• Trainings to support professional and personal development
• Employee wellness program
• Employee recognition activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level