Bilingual Case Manager – CinA LOOKING FOR Bilingual Case Manager – CinA JOB AT Vista, CA

We are looking to hire a dynamic and passionate Case Manager- CinA who is client centered, community focused and is a self-starter.

Come be part of a team who CAR2Es! At North County Lifeline, you will find people who are C*onnected to the communities we serve, Authentic, and Resourceful. We are Responsive to the needs of our clients and E*ngaged in our mission to build self-reliance among youth, adults, and families.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Clinical Program Manager, the Communities in Action Case Manager assures that all services provided for Communities in Action (CinA) clients and families are being implemented through a client driven wellness and recovery model that is strength based, culturally relevant, and trauma informed. The Case Manager is responsible for providing case management for the referred clients within the target population and implements “best practices” utilizing evidenced based practices. The CinA Case Manager will also assist with event coordination and organization, as needed, and overseeing tasks for program volunteers.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s level education in counseling, social work or related field and 2 years of work related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Possesses advanced knowledge that is primarily intellectual in character and includes exercising discretion and independent judgment

Establish and maintains effective working relationships while showing open mindedness and a collaborative spirit. Compatibility with agency purpose, goals, philosophy, and approach. Demonstrates enthusiasm and passion for their work. Ability to establish appropriate boundaries with clients and co-workers. Must develop knowledge of contract requirements.

Utilizes a creative approach to problem solving. Interactions with others reflect a spirit of honesty, humbleness, and self-awareness. Accepts constructive criticism with a positive attitude and willingness to implement change. Ability to work well independently and demonstrate appropriate initiative. Must demonstrate knowledge of trauma Informed, client driven, and culturally competent care.

Other Requirements

Reliable transportation. Must have a California driver license and good driving record. Willing to use own, properly insured, reliable vehicle for the job (mileage reimbursed). Employment subject to clearances, including background finger printing checks, driving record, tuberculosis testing, and drug testing.

Specific Activities

Duties include but are not limited to:

· Provide self-sufficiency focused case management to eligible families and individuals.

· Facilitate linkage to appropriate services for clients in accordance with their case plan including: free tax preparation, financial literacy education, cognitive and educational services, housing resources, job readiness, income support services, and immediate needs.

· Provide wraparound assistance for County-approved supportive services.

· Provides crisis management and consultations.

· Facilitate group workshops as assigned and assist supervisor in coordinating staffing for events.

· Assist with planning for the Resident Leadership Academy (RLA) and coordinating services with the RLA Program Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, and the EITC Coordinator

· Participates in supervision, case conferences, trainings and other collaborative activities as necessary.

· Responsible for contract compliance and follow all legal and ethical guidelines.

· Participates in quality assurance review.

· Meets productivity and caseload standards dictated by the contract.

· Participates in coordination and collaboration toward outside partnership building and internal outreach.

· Completes other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits

Your well-being matters at North County Lifeline!

· Paid vacation

· Paid sick time

· Paid holidays (14 days)

· Exceptional medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and acupuncture coverage

· Free health and wellness programs

· Free Life Insurance

· Employee Assistance program

· Great employee incentive award programs

· Training and education assistance

· Matched 403b retirement plan

· Flexible Spending Account

· Menu of optional benefits, including short term disability, critical illness, accident, hospitalization and cancer policy

Pay Range Salary will commensurate with experience and education. Differential pay offered for bilingual skills. EEO.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be exposed in an extremely stressful environment where there are considerable mental and emotional demands. Travel is required to client homes. Employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The employee will be required to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer.

Work Schedule

40 hours a week- Flexible hours- may include evenings

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $19.80 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 5×8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Up to date vaccination required. Accommodations upon request.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vista, CA 92084: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• related: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: One location