YOUTH CARE WORKER

MarSell Wellness Center • San Diego, CA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides case management assistance through intakes, transportation, and support in day-to-day functions for the safety and well-being of Unaccompanied Children (UCs). This role involves assessing relatives and/or sponsors at the place of release to ensure their identification. Average travel could range between 5-10 travel events a month.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.
• 1+ years’ experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in safety and service-related resources development prior to UC discharge.
• Provide transportation support to assigned case management team.
• Escort children, verify identification of approved sponsor and release custody of children to approved sponsor.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation of reunification of children.
• Attending scheduled training related to positions.
• Provide day-to-day coverage within agency service facility.
• Adhere to Child Abuse and reporting requirements.
• Must be relied upon regarding task completion and meeting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, work quality, or customer service satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401 (k)
• 401 (k) company matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee Paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Day(s)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees