Established in 1943, Boysville is a not for-profit 501c (3) organization with the mission of providing a safe family environment for children in need, so that they may become responsible adults. Working for Boysville means adopting our mission as your own. If you're looking for a job that you can be passionate about, want to improve the life of San Antonio children, and are a hardworking and optimistic individual, you've come to the right place! As a member of the Boysville family, your work will directly impact the children at Boysville, the San Antonio community and the non-profit community in San Antonio. We are currently looking for an Emergency Shelter Case Manager. The right person will identify with our core values of Advocacy, Family, Spiritual Development, Education, Mutual Respect, Dignity, Compassion, and Responsibility. With our mission and these values in mind, the role will primarily provide:
Essential Job Functions:
- Provide case management services for Emergency Shelter residents
- Facilitate and complete discharge plans and discharge summaries
- Request placement variances TDFPS on shelter residents
- Represent Boysville at court hearings in person or virtual of shelter residents
- Communication with CPS staffing if needed
- Communicate daily with Emergency Shelter Director on issues, updates, concerns, and paperwork involving the Emergency Shelter residents to include but not limited to psychological and CANS screenings.
- Coordinate emergency shelter resident needs (hair cut, hair care products, clothing, sibling contact)
- Coordinate visitation and ensure children are present for scheduled visits
- Develop the resident file for placement in the residential program
- Provide aftercare follow-up contacts Be in continued contact with caseworker at least once a week.
The information that needs to be provided includes any incidents, placements and any other shelter responsibilities Plans of discharge should be individualized and done reguarly and on time Complete One Child Service Plan after 30 days of first placement On call for the shelter. Be available both on office phone and cell phone Build relationships with youth in the Emergency Shelter Program Will need to build relationships with all shelter staff including Youth Care Workers Advocate for the children's cultural and day to day needs. Make sure that all the children's needs in all areas are being addressed and taken care of consistently Provide more information in the assessment meetings, while talking at a slower pace Follow-ups on incident reports. Report all incidents to caseworker regarding the day to day care and involvement of the child weekly or as needed Update and complete all files Have the child's signature of Plan for Discharge Summary. (The child is being informed or involved with the discharge plan) Email or fax completed discharge form to the caseworker before the deadline Must be able to help work in the Emergency Shelter's to assist with staff ratio as needed. Flexible work hours to acoomodate schoool-age children's scheudle to ensure face to face interactions.
Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related Human Services field. Licensed Bachelor Social Worker and 1 to 2 years experience in a similar position, preferred. Must possess excellent communication, organization, time management and written skills. Must be computer literate in windows applications. Must exhibit behavior that demonstrates cultural diversity and sensitivity (See Corporate Policy #2103).
Physical/Mental Requirements:
Ability to read, write and converse in English. Ability to communicate with staff, residents, families, vendors, support agencies and others. Ability to handle stress. Bending, lifting, grasping, fine hand/eye coordination, pushing/pulling, prolonged sitting/standing. Ability to respond to telephones and other auditory stimulation. Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements). The job description is intended to describe the general nature of work performed and is not inclusive of all responsibilities, skills and duties. Furthermore, we offer a stellar employee benefit package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life, Employer-Paid Benefit Allowance, and a 403(b) defined contribution plan with a 4% match! If this sounds like the position for you, please apply with your resume through Indeed for immediate consideration. All applicants must be able to pass a background check per TX DFPS minimum standards, a drug screen, and receive a TB test. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$48,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Case management: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Converse, TX 78109 (Required)
Work Location:
In person
