Case Worker - Level 2, Post Release Services - Rising Ground, Inc

Overview

The Passage of Hope Program provides temporary residential care and other supportive services to Unaccompanied Children (UC) who are under legal custody of the Federal Government. Working in collaboration with the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement, our HS/PRS program provides support and assistance to families in need of Home Study Services, and families in need of Post Release Services (PRS). For PRS Services we link children and their families with an array of community services that will help them achieve success and permanency in the United States so they are able to move forward with their lives and thrive. 

Rising Ground

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs as a leading non-profit human services organization. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 25,000 individuals. We do this through 50 programs in 70 locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity shows not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. 

Benefits

At Rising Ground, we encourage everyone to live a healthier life. When you enroll in health care benefits — medical, dental, and vision care, you and your family can take advantage of each plan’s preventive services, which will help everyone to stay well. Another way to remain healthy is to eat right and keep active. Ultimately, we all benefit when we make the right choices, whether through diet and exercise or health care services. You can also take advantage of other important benefits, including life and accident, disability benefits, the retirement savings plan, and the employee assistance program.

Annual Salary

$62,000 - $66,000

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments to ensure the safety and well-being of the child.
• Ensure that sponsors and UC participate in all services outlined in the HS recommendation, and any other as needed.
• Connect sponsor and child to community resources and coordinate services in the areas of placement and stability; immigration proceedings; guardianship; legal services; education; medical services; individual mental health services; family stabilization and counseling; substance abuse; and gang prevention, as needed and appropriate for the specific child and/or sponsor.
• Connect with stakeholders involved in the child’s case including school, legal service provider and extracurricular activities to ensure services are individualized and target the child needs.
• Conduct ongoing needs assessment of the child, provide comprehensive case management, and access to therapeutic supports.
• PRS-only workers will carry a minimum caseload of 15, if regionally based, or 8, if cases require travel outside the area. Intensive case managers will carry a minimum caseload of 3 cases per worker.
• PRS Level 2- Initial Home Assessment within 14 days of release and monthly in-person visits
• Complete Notice of Concern (NOC) form for any concerns about the child safety and wellbeing , make notifications to appropriate investigate agencies and notify ORR within the required timeframes.
• Document all engagements and visits via the PRS report form and submit monthly reports.
• Submit PRS case closure reports as indicated.
• Participates and attends all required program related meetings and conferences.
• Works effectively with other professionals in the field.
• Maintains knowledge of all local and regional services that can be provided to UC and their families
• Supports and participates in the group interaction process.
• Some evening and weekend hours coverage as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field, Master’s Degree is preferred
• Two years’ experience working with youth in the social service field
• Knowledge of child welfare and immigration related legislation
• Knowledge of local community social services
• Excellent verbal, written communication and organizational skills are essential
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, knowledge of Connections
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a must