Case Worker - F/M

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Provide case work services to assigned clients.

· Ensure an adequate and comprehensive assessment of client needs.

· Develop and plan for identified services and ensure services are provided.

· Assess client for ongoing needs and link to the provision of services.

· Advocate for client and family needs and services with court systems, human service providers, health systems, as well as other community service providers, agencies or institutions.

· Monitor and evaluate client progress, reassesses client needs and develop further interventions based on continuing assessment and evaluation of progress.

· Develop and maintain complete, accurate case record documentation by established timelines.

· Travel on behalf of client for client needs and services.

· Attend all meetings and court hearings involving clients.

· Attend training as scheduled

· Maintain a current social work license.

· Actively participate in supervision with assigned supervisor.

· Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet client needs.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Knowledge and experience with adolescents with mental health diagnosis

· Must have reliable transportation

· Knowledge of various systems including child welfare, mental health, education, and judicial

· Excellent time management and organizing skills

· Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written

· Experience with Electronic Medical Records Systems

· Ability to manage a caseload

· Ability to work under pressure and multitask

· Proficient and accurate documentation

· Ability to use Adobe and Microsoft software

Education and Experience:

Requires Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice or related human services field; Requires valid Social Worker License or License eligibility; Prefers QMHP/C Certification. Prefers 2-3 year experience with youth/young adults with mental health and substance abuse diagnosis; Must have valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance as required by law