Kinship Connections Specialist

ACH Child and Family Services•Fort Worth, TX

69d•Hybrid

About The Position

Position Function: To support and serve kinship families by providing and coordinating case management services, support groups, training, in-home therapeutic services, crisis management and transitional services. The Kinship Connections Case Manager will respond to all referrals and coordinate services and admissions for assigned clients. The Case Manager will provide ongoing support groups and trainings, complete assigned family and client assessments, develop plans of service; assist in setting goals and coordinating resources to assist the family with transitions, and stabilize behaviors to prevent disruption. Document all case information in the data system accurately and within timelines established for the program. The job requires travel within service area along with sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.

Requirements

A master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related human services field from an accredited college or university is preferred along with a license from a state licensing body in Social Work or psychology or a related human service field.
OR
A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related human services field from an accredited college or university is required along with a license from a state licensing body in Social Work or psychology or a related human service field.
The position requires a graduate degree or two (2) years of cumulative experience with an undergraduate degree which includes working with children and families providing crisis intervention, intake and assessment, and case management.
Understanding of crisis intervention and trauma informed care interventions in working with children, adolescents and families, good verbal and written communication skills.
Possess a working knowledge of basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Arrange and facilitate support groups and training opportunities for caregivers and children utilizing different days and times to meet needs of clients served.
Facilitate and document services provided to clients including support groups, training, family plans, contacts, and case management for all assigned clients and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Complete all paperwork within required time frames
For clients assigned to in-home services, visit the home at least twice monthly or more often in times of crisis or as necessary
Visit the schools, attend court proceedings, and attend psychiatrist visits as needed to maintain open communication and be engaged in cases.
Provide effective case management and therapeutic interventions including risk assessment and safety planning.
Provide skills training for assigned clients and families, when appropriate
Implement group programming to address the social and emotional needs of clients relating to achievement of individual goals.
Provide case management services; coordination with TDFPS and OCOK caseworkers, families, community and mainstream support resources.
Document and assess progress of each assigned client
Maintain 40 hours annually of TBRI, and other trainings of high risk or challenging behaviors of children and families as approved (i.e. Emotional disorders, MHMR).
Coordinate the collaborative relationships and services to referral agencies.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with children, families, CASA, TDFPS, OCOK, Therapist, School, Court, and other community colleagues as needed for case management and referrals.
Maintain compliance in service delivery and documentation as outlined in agreements, COA standards, and ACH policies and procedures.
Represent ACH in a professional and positive manner in all aspects of your position.
Maintain up-to-date case records.
Develop and document preliminary, initial family plan, and ongoing plan reviews
Provide regular case management services and documentation for each assigned client.
Communication and coordination of needs for each client
Coordinate goals and service plan with the involved providers
Participation in scheduled supervision and case staffing.
Assist in development of program related forms and measurement tools.
Complete all discharge forms and timely entering of materials into database systems.
Support and uphold the policies and procedures of ACH.
Maintain a positive attitude and professional interactions.
Ensure quality services are provided and professional standards maintained.
Maintain an attitude of youth and family advocacy.
Work harmoniously with co-workers to generate a productive and constructive environment.
Ensure work time is utilized fully and effectively to maximize productivity.
Adapt to changing assignments/priorities as needed to support youth, families, and the agency.
Facilitate and attend team staffing meetings
Attending designated agency or community meetings or training.
Complete training and certifications as required by licensing standards.
Assist with other agency program’s activities as assigned.
Assist with fund raising or other agency functions as needed.
Other applicable duties as assigned by supervisor.