Caseworker

Alternative Family Services•Vallejo, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Alternative Family Services is hiring a Caseworker in Vallejo to support foster youth and their families in Solano and Contra Costa Counties. The Caseworker builds relationships with children, develops treatment plans, and coordinates services for children and families. The role involves community and foster-home work, including regular home visits, placement support, crisis response, and collaboration with resource parents, county representatives, treatment teams, and community partners.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work or a related field meeting California Code of Regulations, Title 22 educational requirements, or an exception granted by California Community Care Licensing.
Ability to obtain fingerprint and government-required background clearances.
Ability to drive and transport children to community settings using a personal vehicle maintained in safe working order.
Current, valid California driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Current, valid automobile insurance showing the employee as an insured driver, and current vehicle registration.
Ability to respond to client and family crises as needed, which may require weekend and after-hours response.
Ability to work successfully and collaboratively in complex family systems.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse cultural populations.
High level of integrity, honesty, and strong work ethic.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in stressful environments and interact calmly and professionally with clients who may act out due to behavioral disabilities.
Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers, county representatives, and other treatment team members.
Ability to work with minimal direct supervision, manage time, and prioritize workload.
Daily access to a car in safe working order.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience working with children and families is preferable.
Fluency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support youth placements in foster homes.
Conduct regular in-home visits and provide ongoing supervision and support to youth and resource families.
Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans within required timelines.
Provide crisis intervention and emergency response, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely case documentation in accordance with agency and state regulations.
Coordinate and arrange services such as therapy, education, medical care, and recreational activities.
Train and support resource parents to ensure quality care and compliance.
Collaborate with treatment team members, county representatives, and community partners.
Identify and use community resources.
Act as a liaison between AFS and community-based services needed by foster children.
Participate in staff meetings, training, and support groups.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA and agency policies.

Benefits

Additional annual pay differential of $3,000 for CA clinical licensure (MFT or LCSW).
Additional annual language differential of $2,500 for Spanish fluency.
Professional, supportive, and culturally diverse work environment.
IRS standard mileage reimbursement.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Chiropractic and acupuncture benefits.
Flexible spending options.
Life and disability insurance.
403(b) retirement plan option.
Pet insurance.
More than eight weeks of time off annually, including vacation, paid holidays, and sick days.
Substantial monthly employer contributions toward premiums.