Extended Foster Care (EFC) Case Manager - Suncoast (64256)

Family Support Services•Largo, FL

About The Position

Extended Foster Care (EFC) Case Manager Join our team at FSS and enjoy comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: Tuition Reimbursement Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Well-Being Program Paid Time Off (PTO) Bereavement Leave 12 Paid Holidays Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage Employee Discounts 401k Plan with 3% Employer Contribution The mission of Family Support Services of North Florida is to be the leader in providing safety, stability, and quality of life for all children by working with the community to strengthen the family unit. Job Summary: The Extended Foster Care Case Manager position will work in partnership with young adults participating in the extended foster care (EFC) program. This position will provide life skills training, community outreach, referrals and system navigation to ensure that the emotional, social, physical and mental health needs of young adults are met. In addition, this position will ensure that an appropriate living arrangement is identified that will allow for the young adult’s personal development while providing support, guidance and continued education. Extended Foster Care Case Managers will support the young adults’ efforts to successfully participate in an EFC qualifying activity of their choice. EFC Case Managers will meet child welfare case management documentation standards including complying with deadlines and tasks set forth by judicial oversight. This position will be part of our Direct Service Personnel.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree required in the Human Services field with two years’ experience working with teens and young adults preferred.
Experience: At least three years’ experience coordinating projects, working with community partners and managing staff. Minimum three years’ experience working in the child welfare system work with high-risk youth.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Valid driver’s license.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to: Represent self and the organization in a professional manner Work independently with little direct supervision Think and write creatively Assess a situation and make appropriate recommendations/decisions Research, organize and analyze data Solve problems and to think through critical, time sensitive issues Establish and maintain relationships Work collaboratively with staff at all levels in the organization Follow through on commitments, projects and responsibilities Speak effectively before small and large groups Calculate figures and amounts Maintain confidential information
Knowledge of: State Statutes and Codes Recruitment and retention practices
Skills: Strong Written and Verbal Communication Strong follow-up and follow through Strong organizational and time management Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word
Other Requirements: Clear a Level II background screening Clear a reference check Clear a local background check from the County in which you reside Clear a substance abuse screen Provide a copy of all degrees prior to your first day of employment Clear a Motor Vehicles Records check and must be insurable under the company’s automobile policy. Provide copy of automobile insurance. Provide proof of and maintain a minimum personal auto liability insurance level $100,000/$300,000 if deemed to be a driving risk. Clear an E-Verify check to substantiate that the successful candidate meets the Department of Homeland Security authorization requirements to work in the United States (for more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify)
FSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. FSS is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at [email protected].

Nice To Haves

Child Welfare Certification preferred.
Experience working with youth and young adults preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete and amend young adult case plans aimed at identifying goals, tasks and deadlines.
Complete and amend young adults transition plan identifying the qualifying activity and young adults short- and long-term goals.
Maintain and submit monthly eligibility documentation.
Obtain and maintain required case file documentation.
Establish housing arrangements in a foster home, group home or supervised practiced living environment for youth participating in EFC.
Facilitate monthly case management meetings. At least one review per quarter shall be in the young adult’s residence, aimed at assessing needs and highlighting progress.
Prepare and timely submit timely required judicial reports and documentation.
Provide transportation to court, school and other scheduled appointments when requested.
Work in partnership with the housing specialist to ensure 24-hour crisis intervention and support is available to young adults.
Monitor to ensure the approved living arrangement: foster home, group home or supervised practice living offers life skills instruction, counseling, educational support, employment preparation & placement, and development of support networks.
Approve and assess the appropriateness of roommates when there is a shared living arrangement.
Provide ongoing referrals for services identified in the adult’s case plan
Assess young adults’ financial needs to insure weekly or monthly financial management allowance.
Support the need to match young adults to a mentor/adult supporter available to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
Facilitate emergency staffing related to residents violating program rules & expectations and/or encountering crisis situation.
Facilitate, coordinate or monitor the delivery of monthly life skills training to young adults participating in the extended foster care program
Complete and submit all required case documentation according to contractual and regulatory requirements.