Home Study And Post Release Case Manager - Hood River County, Or

Federal Contract Requirements: Povide proof of COVID-19 Vaccination. Must be a U.S. Citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Home Study and Post-Release (HSPS) Case Manager will provide case management and supportive services to unaccompanied immigrant children released from federal custody. The HSPS Case Manager will Coordinator works in collaboration with program staff and supervisors to cultivate a client-centered and trauma-informed approach to service provisions.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively establish, enhance and maintain liaison relationships with key government agencies, and non-profits/ community organizations.
• Ongoing case management with a focus on screening and making appropriate referrals to address child’s needs in the following domains: Placement issues, safety issues, education, health, mental health, legal/immigration proceedings, substance abuse, independent living, criminal/juvenile justice, child enrichment activities.
• Comply with policies and procedures governing the program and ensure that the program is operating at maximum efficiency.
• Conduct home visits and phone contacts with the dual purpose of assessing safety and appropriateness of child’s placement with their caregiver (sponsor) and connecting child to services in the community to address risk factors.
• Provide crisis intervention services directly, as needed, or connect family to services to ensure minor’s safety and well-being in a crisis situation.
• Meet or exceed program productivity expectations on a regular and sustained basis
• Other duties as assigned
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, or conferences associated with the program, including, creation, management, and delivery of culturally centered instruction, and orientation materials to clients.