Job description
As a function of the Waupaca County Department of Health and Human Services, the case manager uses a teaming, or wrap-around, approach to support children and families using a strength based, family centered, and Trauma Informed Care model. This program is designed to provide youth a voice and opportunities that allow them to thrive safely in the community.
This position works with youth that have significant needs (mental health services, special education, youth justice, child protection services, and/or drug and alcohol treatment); these youth may be in need of placement, additional supports, and interventions to ensure they may remain safely within their families and communities.
This position works under the direct supervision of the Family & Community Services Manager.
Creates and facilitates child-centered wrap-around teams.
Conducts family-centered, strength-based assessments that concentrate on the child and family strengths and need for support.
Meets regularly with community partners.
Advocates for clients and their families.
Provides services based on Trauma Informed Care principles.
Attends staff meetings and trainings as directed.
Complete and comply with all documentation and program billing requirements.
Carry out the mission and vision of DHHS; “We help the people of Waupaca County to be safe and connected”.
PERIPHERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
EDUCATION: A degree in a human services-related field and one year of supervised experience, or two years of supervised experience working with people in the target population, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Preferred: Graduation from an accredited college with a degree in social work or human service field and possess a valid Social Worker Certification.
EXPERIENCE: Experience working with individuals and/or families who have a mental health and/or AODA diagnosis and have an understanding of recovery based treatment.
Knowledge of the local service delivery system, the target group’s needs, the need for integrated services, and the resources available or needing to be developed.
Knowledge of Trauma Informed practice.
Knowledge base and expertise on child abuse and delinquency and children and families.
Knowledge of children’s mental health issues.
Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to maintain agency confidentiality.
Must have available transportation to perform on-site responsibilities.
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