Social Services Case Manager #217 Child Welfare & Attendance

Stockton Unified School District•Stockton, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Social Services Case Manager works under the direction of the appropriate departmental manager with District personnel, schools, students, and parents to remove barriers to education. The role serves as an integral member of Districtwide intervention teams, supports the multi-tiered system of support for students and parents, assesses student needs, monitors progress, and may travel to school sites to coordinate activities. The position also prepares and maintains related records and reports. The role performs social services functions to identify students at risk academically, socially, or emotionally and connects students and families with District and community services. It coordinates with school sites, outside agencies, and students’ residences; conducts individual and group awareness and skill-building sessions; supports family engagement; makes home visits as needed; coordinates cases; and maintains confidential student and family records. The position also participates in meetings and training, assists sites with service coordination and professional development, and contributes data for compliance reviews and program evaluation. The work takes place in office and school environments and involves driving to conduct work, frequent car travel, and contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals. The District offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health benefits through Kaiser for the employee and family, paid vacation days, sick leave days, and a floating holiday.

Requirements

Educational requirements depend on the position and level of Social Worker I; a bachelor’s degree and four years of work experience in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling, education, or a closely related field may be substituted.
Valid California Driver’s License and evidence of insurance.
Provide official transcript verification of coursework required for the job.
Provide verification of work experience in social work or a related field, as applicable.
Knowledge of evidence-based clinical social services interventions, methodologies, and techniques; social welfare and child development laws and policies related to educational systems; state and federal laws concerning at-risk youth; and child abuse reporting laws.
Knowledge of District and community resources available to parents, teachers, and students, including State and Federal resources and community agencies.
Knowledge of child advocacy and case management principles, child growth and development, and general principles of psychology, sociology, and economics.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, students, and community organizations.
Ability to analyze situations and take effective action, including making child abuse reports when appropriate, making referrals, and facilitating service linkages for students and families.
Ability to manage a caseload under a supervisor’s direction and participate in case-management conferences with social services staff and the supervisor.
Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records and case notes, follow oral and written directions, and communicate at a level sufficient to perform the position’s duties.
Ability to demonstrate the physical capability necessary to perform the job tasks.
Submit an online application by 4 p.m. on the closing date, with a transcript copy, driver’s license copy, letter of introduction, and current resume.

Responsibilities

Communicate with students, families, administrators, teachers, District personnel, community services, and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolve concerns related to student needs, progress, supports, and services.
Identify students at risk of academic, social, or emotional difficulties and refer them to District or community agencies as appropriate.
Coordinate with District sites, outside agencies—including child welfare and health agencies—and student residences to organize services and identify appropriate support strategies.
Plan and conduct individual and group awareness and skill-building sessions for students, communicate progress to relevant District personnel, and facilitate participation in educational activities.
Coordinate and conduct groups to improve parental and family awareness of program services and participation; make home visits as necessary.
Prepare and maintain student and family records, logs, files, case-plan notes, attendance and service records, health records, and court documents; process forms and applications and prepare related reports in accordance with confidentiality standards.
Receive student referrals, consult with students, parents, and school personnel, review files to determine program eligibility, inform families about District services, and make referrals when appropriate.
Coordinate cases and assist students and families with issues affecting school adjustment and ability to learn; maintain confidential student records.
Attend meetings, workshops, training, and committees to stay current on accepted practices, regulations, policies, and laws related to social services in educational settings.
Assist school sites in establishing service-coordination procedures and in providing professional development for staff, parents, and students on prevention plans and effective strategies.
Provide data regarding needs for Compliance Review and other evaluative purposes; participate in community workshops and support community engagement with the District.
Perform related duties as assigned within the scope of the Social Worker’s education and training.