What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager - Home Electronic Detention System (HEDS) position at Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May...?
JOB SUMMARY (This position is located in Atlantic County, NJ)
A case manager in the Home Electronic Detention System (HEDS) program has a strong sense of empathy and compassion for youth involved with the juvenile justice system. As the case manager, you will meet with youth and their families multiple times per week to offer support, education, and linkage to resources to increase the likelihood of success in completing the HEDS program. You will need to be a good listener and good communicator. In response to individual client / family needs you will work with the youth and their parents/guardians to develop ways to manage behavioral, emotional, relationship and legal challenges. Providers are committed to working with all individuals regardless of race, gender, religious affiliation, cultural beliefs, lifestyle, and disease process or treatment plan.
- Participate in community meetings to facilitate appropriate referrals to the program
- Complete intakes with new referrals and their families to include a risk assessment
- Support youth in the juvenile justice system who have been released on the HEDS program - carrying a caseload of up to 6 high risk youth
- Provide case management services that include linkage and referrals to appropriate agencies for community based services
- Provide family empowerment groups to support the youth’s families
- Provides on-call to the youth and families in the program
- Maintain required agency documentation, including an individualized goal plan for the youth
- Participate on the agency’s cultural diversity committee
- Collaboration with the courts and probation which may include providing reports or advocacy on behalf of the youth
Position Requirements
Education/Experience- A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field. Two years of experience in the mental health field preferred. Flexibility to work evenings. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
JFS encourages and supports staff pursuing clinical licensing by providing FREE on-the-job Clinical Supervision Program to staff looking to obtain their LCSW license.
Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) is a multi-service agency. With more than 150 employees, our team is committed to helping people realize their fullest potential and achieve personal goals. Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties is committed to diversity in the workplace, reinforcing inclusion reflective of the multicultural communities we are committed to serving. The agency is dedicated to the advancement and upward mobility of our staff members. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to join our team, enriching our workforce and community.
JFS is dedicated to a flexible work-life balance for its team members by offering 16 Holidays, up to 4 weeks' vacation, and 3 weeks of sick time. We offer excellent benefits packages - including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, TelaDoc, 403(B) Retirement, and more. JFS looks forward to welcoming you to our offices based in Atlantic City, Margate, Egg Harbor Township, Mays Landing, and Cape May Courthouse, to begin an exciting, meaningful, and rewarding career.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,570.00 - $40,070.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Case management: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $35,570 - $40,070