TAY CASE MANAGER

Children's Law Center of California•Monterey Park, CA

5d•$25 - $39

About The Position

Children’s Law Center is seeking a TAY Case Manager to work directly with transition aged youth involved in the dependency system. The role focuses on connecting youth with essential services, advocating for their needs, and ensuring they have the support necessary to transition successfully into adulthood.

Requirements

AA degree (or 60 college units) in Social Work or a related field and/or 2 years direct experience working with children in a related field.
Have excellent interviewing and client relationship building skills and a demonstrated commitment to providing client centered advocacy for TAY.
Have an ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written reports.
A valid California driver’s license, reliable automobile, and auto insurance are required while working for Children’s Law Center.

Responsibilities

Work with TAY clients on the EFC Court caseload.
Visit TAY clients at their place of residence and elsewhere in order to assist the attorney with establishing and maintaining a trusting and professional relationship with their clients.
Follow office policies and procedures as determined by the Firm Director.
Meet regularly with the Resource & Support Supervisor regarding caseload status and case management.
Document physical or electronic files in a thorough and timely manner with case notes and reports.
Communicate regularly with the attorney regarding the status of cases.
Meet regularly with attorneys and assist with hearing preparation.
Provide technical and case support for peer advocates and attorneys.
Work closely with all members of CLCLA 4, employing a holistic approach to representing the whole child to ensure clients’ needs are met including, but not limited to participating in CLCLA 4 internal staffing and case reviews.
Communicate regularly with outside service providers, community-based organizations and county personnel regarding the status of the case and client needs.
Assist TAY clients with activities such as applying for financial aid, searching for and applying for jobs, obtaining housing, etc. when appropriate.
With supervisor authorization, transport TAY clients to important appointments in consultation with and upon the recommendation of the TAY Attorney where another entity cannot assist with the matter.
Maintaining accurate and current information and data regarding client demographics, services, needs and other case activity.
Conduct periodic trauma-informed minor client visits in collaboration with the Lancaster NMD attorney.
Work with the CLC Resource & Support Supervisor, CLC Policy Director, and Executive Director, where needed on issues of legislation and policy as it relates to TAY.
Work with the CLC Grants Manager and Development and Executive Director, where needed to ensure ongoing and expanded resources.
Provide CLC training and consultation to case carrying CLC attorneys, investigators, peer advocates and other staff as needed.
Be professional, patient, and understanding when interacting with clients, caregivers, colleagues, and supervisors.
Have a team player attitude and willingness to help fellow co-workers and clients.
Continuous learning: staying informed and adapting evolving social dynamics to better engage and support clients from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program
Company-Sponsored Benefits (Medical, Dental, Life Insurance)
Up to 6% employer matched retirement plan
Generous Parental Leave + Additional Leave Options
Fitness/Wellness Program
Health Care & Dependent Day Care FSA
Transit + Parking Benefits
Durfee Professional Development funds are available for all employees, in good standing, who have been with CLC for at least two years.
Flexible working environment (depending on position requirements)
Paid vacation/sick/holiday time
CLC will pay the current year’s mandatory bar dues for all attorneys actively employed on the date bar dues are owed and who have no known plans to end employment with CLC within 30 days of the due date. CLC will also pay bar dues for new admittees who are actively employed on their initial payment due date and have no known plans to end employment with CLC within 30 days of the due date. Must meet eligibility requirements upon open enrollment