Brightside Child and Family Advocacy Brighter Futures Case Manager Savannah, GA · Full time Company website

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Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field required. Candidates should have a history of demonstrating strong skills in the position's key responsibilities. 
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in child welfare.
• Experience with older youth in foster care or transitional living programs is highly desirable. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and data management software.

Traits & Distinguishing Characteristics 

• Maintains exceptionally high standards of integrity and confidentiality. 
• Takes ownership of work and is willing to accept responsibility for decisions and actions.
• Works collaboratively with all team members and stakeholders.  
• Seeks and receives feedback graciously and with a dedication to continuous improvement. 
• Fosters teamwork and assumes positive intent in collaborating with others. 
• Strong leadership skills combined with organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated passion and commitment to supporting youth aging out of foster care.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Availability for a 40-hour workweek to include some weekend or evening work.

Responsibilities

Case Management

• Conduct thorough assessments of participants' needs, strengths, and goals.
• Develop and implement individualized service plans in collaboration with participants.
• Provide ongoing support and monitoring to ensure participants' progress toward their goals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation.

Resource Coordination

• Connect participants with community resources, including housing, employment, education, healthcare, and life skills training.
• Facilitate access to financial assistance programs and other support services.
• Advocate for participants' needs and rights within various systems and agencies.

Relationship Building

• Build trusting and supportive relationships with program participants.
• Engage with caregivers, family members, and other support networks to enhance participants' stability and well-being.
• Collaborate with CASA volunteers, DFCS case managers, attorneys, and service providers to create a robust network of support for participants.

Program Development

• Participate in the development and implementation of program policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Contribute to program evaluation and continuous improvement efforts.
• Assist in the development of outreach and recruitment strategies to engage eligible youth.

Physical Demands

To perform the essential functions of this job successfully, an employee must meet the physical demands described here. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. 

• Much of the work in this position is completed while sitting at a desk and using a computer and phone. It requires talking, hearing, and visual acuity to perform these primary functions.  
• Includes traveling to various locations and facilities throughout the county and navigating mobility within various environments. Must have a driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Occasionally, it includes reaching above shoulder height or below the waist or lifting to 25 pounds for office equipment, supplies, and materials.