Home Study/Post Release Services Case Manager (Atlanta)

INSPIRITUS INC • Atlanta, GA

71d • $55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The bilingual Case Manager is primarily responsible for the provision of Home Study/Post Release contract services for unaccompanied children (UCs) and their sponsors receiving services through Inspiritus. As such they serve as an advocate on behalf of these individuals and the caregivers who provide direct care. The Case Manager will conduct home studies to assess the safety and stability of prospective sponsors of unaccompanied children (and their home environment) to facilitate the safe and timely release of UCs to their family. The Case Manager will provide Post-Release Services to unaccompanied children reunited with family, offering short term case management to ensure the children are thriving and connected to needed resources, including medical providers, school enrollment, immigration attorneys, mental health needs, and more. This position is based out of Inspiritus’ Birmingham office and is intended to serve clients throughout the state of Alabama and occasionally other states in the region. This position requires high proficiency in Spanish.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in Spanish.
• Bachelor’s Degree in social work or another social science field such as sociology or psychology from an accredited school with at least 3-5 years of experience or Master’s Level.
• Some previous experience such as direct casework or supervision of individuals receiving services.
• Demonstrated skills in assessment, negotiation and problem solving.
• Ability to function independently, work remotely and have flexibility, personal integrity and ability to work effectively with children, co-workers and support agencies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate with all persons in a culturally competent manner.
• Demonstrated counseling skills.
• Must own a personal multi-passenger vehicle, hold a valid Alabama Driver’s license, have a good driving record, and have appropriate personal auto insurance.
• Must be computer and internet literate and have working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, experience, competencies, skills and knowledge that ensures the successful completion of the essential job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Carries an assigned case load and assists other Case Managers in providing services to individuals receiving services.
• Maintains accurate, current, and complete service records according to established timelines, policies, procedures, funding sources, grants, and/or contracts.
• Generates reports according to guidelines, requirements, and procedures including web-based portals and internal reporting procedures.
• Develops and strengthens relationships with relevant community partners, evaluating appropriateness of referrals to these partners and ensuring clients gain access to needed services.
• Evaluates potential and established caregivers and their homes for safety, well-being, permanency and contract compliance.
• Enters accurate, timely case information into database system and is capable of producing required reports in full compliance with all contractual requirements.
• Displays independence in working with families in various settings (i.e., in home, and community based).
• Provides funders’ contract deliverables to Home Study/Post Release Services clients.
• Complies with the various federal, state or local laws that apply to and regulate the job responsibilities.
• Strives toward excellence in the areas of innovation, performance and extraordinary acts.
• Participates in Inspiritus functions and public relations activities.
• Participates in training and professional conferences to keep abreast of current trends.

Benefits

• Annual Compensation: $55,000 - $60,000.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees