Family Preservation Case Manager

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch•Amarillo, TX

31d

About The Position

Responsible for providing case management services to children and families in Amarillo and the surrounding area. Duties include in-home crisis intervention, parent education, intensive counseling, assessment and life skills development for families with children at risk for out of home placement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Social Work, Psychology or Sociology is required.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with youth and/or families.
Competency in Microsoft Office for Windows applications (word processing, database, spreadsheet, e-mail, presentation graphics, etc.) is required.
Proficiency in general office equipment operation is required.
Must possess exceptional time management and detail-orientation skills.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
Must be available for travel as needed.
Available to respond and intervene in family crisis situations.

Nice To Haves

Related professional license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Refers families to any additional resources deemed helpful in accomplishing family/client goals.
Utilizes training programs prescribed by Cal Farley’s to teach and implement objectives related to service goals.
Maintains frequent contact with families as outlined in training programs utilized by Cal Farley’s.
Maintains case files that are current, accurate, confidential and in compliance with all applicable standards.
Provides follow-up and aftercare services as assigned.
Provides life skills, coping skills, social skills and related education groups as assigned.
Provides transportation to families for referral appointments with various community agencies (medical, dental, psychological, etc.)
Provides crisis intervention for families and is available to be on- call as outlined by program guidelines.
Assists in the implementation of programming in accordance with the Cal Farley’s Model of Leadership and Service.
Exhibits appropriate interaction with clients and families.
Works with local school personnel, current therapists and other community professionals to ensure clear communication among team members and optimum utilization of available resources.