Facility Social Worker/ Case Manager

$54,080 - $58,240/Yr

Unclassified - Clovis, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Clovis, CA

About the position

The Facility Social Worker at Brighter Horizon Treatment Centers is responsible for providing comprehensive case management services to youth in a treatment setting. This role involves supervising the placement of each assigned youth and ensuring that their individual needs are met in accordance with agency policies, county regulations, and state laws. The social worker will work within a trauma-informed framework, ensuring that all documentation reflects trauma-informed modalities. The position requires the ability to respond to crises that may arise during both working and non-working hours, necessitating the carrying of an emergency pager or cellular phone during designated periods. In addition to direct case management, the Facility Social Worker will cultivate relationships with various external agencies and individuals, including county social workers, school personnel, and mental health professionals, to coordinate services that enhance the youth's treatment program. The social worker will also support families and friends in complying with service plans and seeking necessary therapy programs. Documentation is a critical aspect of this role, including the completion of placement papers, medical forms, and service plans, as well as attending Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings to collaborate with community partners. The social worker will be responsible for conducting initial intake assessments for youth and non-minor dependents, working closely with the Administrator, Clinical Supervisor, or Facility Manager. The role encompasses a variety of ongoing responsibilities that will be assigned by the supervisor, including daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly duties. This position is classified as exempt and reports directly to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services to all youth.
• Supervise the placement for each assigned youth and ensure their needs are met.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, county policies, and California regulations.
• Instruct, counsel, train, and support youth in dealing with their specific needs.
• Respond to and attend to crisis details during working and non-working hours.
• Cultivate contact and relationships with outside agencies and individuals related to cases.
• Support and encourage family and friends to comply with service plans and seek therapy programs.
• Initiate and complete all necessary documentation including placement papers and service plans.
• Attend all CFT meetings and coordinate services with community partners.
• Complete youth and non-minor dependent Initial Intake Assessments.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work, Criminal Justice, Psychology).
• One year of full-time social work or casework employment in Criminal Justice or Family Youth Welfare services, or two years of full-time work with supervisory experience in a related field.
• At least three semester units of field practice at the master's level or equivalent experience in a social service agency setting.
• Experience working with foster youth, juveniles, or parolees as a major responsibility.
• Training in cultural competency and working with minority populations within the first six months of employment.
• Computer skills and ability to manage personnel in a professional manner.
• Good physical condition to participate in recreational activities with youth.
• Strong leadership, writing, and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a public or private juvenile detention or adult correctional facility.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices.
• Experience working with minority populations.

Benefits

• Full-time position with competitive hourly pay.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on youth welfare.