Trauma Systems Therapy Case Aide

FORESTDALE INC. • Town of Perinton, NY

25d • $42,000 - $48,500

About The Position

Forestdale Inc.’s Preventive Service Program supports families facing challenges that may affect their ability to parent. Case Aides assist Case Planners by helping families locate and enroll in concrete services, connect with community resources, and address individual and family needs. They also escort families to appointments and provide support as families navigate service systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related human services field.
• Self-motivated, organized, compassionate, and creative.
• Working knowledge of child welfare and family court systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and maintain regular contact with families in their homes.
• Establish trusting relationships with families.
• Help clients complete applications for concrete services, including fair hearings and public assistance, and connect them with community resources.
• Help arrange and attend health and human service appointments, including activities related to employment and educational goals.
• Assist parents in improving their skills to support a home environment that promotes the child’s well-being and safety.
• Complete weekly paperwork, including descriptive narratives of each home and office visit.
• Enter required documentation in program systems, including CARA, Connections, and PROMIS.
• Assist Case Planners in enrolling clients in services.
• Help monitor clients’ use of mental health and/or substance abuse services.
• Meet with the Case Planner and Supervisor to collaborate and ensure the treatment plan is being addressed.

Benefits

• Four weeks of vacation.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with a 7% employer contribution and a 2% match.
• Tax-deferred health care, dependent care, and commuter plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level