Job description

Job Description

Abbott House is seeking an energetic case planner to join the Preventive Case Planner team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering casework services to at-risk families.

The Preventive Case Planner is responsible for the delivery of case work services to at-risk families that have indicated reports of Child Abuse and/or neglect. Case Planners will help families develop the skills and resources needed to strengthen the family unit and prevent out of home and/or foster care placements. Case Planners will use a strengths-based, intensive case management approach to service delivery that includes providing direct supervision and counseling to the children and families, linking family members to appropriate community-based services, forming, and maintaining positive family relationships.

Key Responsibilities

· Provides casework and case management services to families.

· Conducts regular home visits both scheduled and unannounced, during these visits worker must meet with children and parents.

· Conducts a formal home environment assessment to ensure dwelling is safe and address any safety concerns noted.

· Conducts evidence-based assessments that are specific to the family,

· Assess and monitor safety, imminent risk, and well-being of children,

· Ability to engage families and work collaboratively to establish service goals/plans.

· Responsible for making referrals to court ordered programs, monitoring progress, attendance, participation, and completion.

· Ensures family is seeking medical treatment for the child’s well-being and to address specialized or chronic medical conditions. This includes having telephone and face to face contact with service providers,

· Co-facilitate parenting classes,

· Responsible for educational advocacy of children that need an appropriate school placement, attend all relevant school conferences, and maintain a presence at the school.

· Responsible for linking families to the following community resources; after school/ daycare programs, recreational, job placement/ career services and housing.

· Responsible for providing progress reports for all court hearings related to the case.

· Attend and actively participate in regular meetings with Dutchess County Children and Family Services.

· Responsible for weekly supervision with Supervisor. A case planner will be prepared to review cases assigned.

· Completion of all documentation in a timely manner; assessments, progress notes, FASP’s, court reports, case summaries and any other paperwork needed.

· Attend training opportunities to enhance clinical skills and professional development.

· Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evening and weekends to accommodate the families schedule, available for on-call emergencies and support.

· Any other related duties as required

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Social Work or in a related field

Bachelor’s in Social Work or in a related field and at least 3 years of experience

· Minimum of two years of case management experience

· Excellent counseling, communication, interpersonal and writing skills.

· Knowledge of community agencies within Dutchess County

· Excellent writing and communication skills. Must be computer literate.

· Valid Driver’s License

About You

You are the ideal candidate if you are passionate about the social services field and empowering underserved communities. Being compassionate, organized, self-motivated, driven, flexible and responsive are critical attributes to be successful in this role.

What We Offer:

· Professional growth opportunities

· Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Care benefits with premiums substantially paid by for employees, employee families and domestic partners

· Generous vacation, holiday, sick time, and personal time off benefits

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Company paid life insurance and long-term Disability Insurance

· Employee Assistance Program

· Short-term disability and Workers Compensation benefits

· Paid Family Leave Program

· Employee Recognition Awards

Schedule:

Mon-Fri 9 AM to 5PM traditionally but may include evening and weekends to accommodate the families schedule, available for on call emergencies and support.

Job Type:Full-time (35 hours)

Salary Range:$ 40,000.00 to $45,000.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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