Cfs Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Case Manager/ Coordinated Family Support Specialist Reports to: Program Director/ Program Coordinator Work Location(s): San Diego County Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $62,400 Are you seeking a dynamic organization that values your unique talents and contributions? Do you want to be part of an organization passionate about empowering foster youth to successfully transition from dependence to independence? My Brother’s Keeper is a new organization poised for rapid expansion, creating numerous opportunities for career advancement. We are driven by core values of love, respect, and acceptance. Working as a team, we faithfully serve and empower our youth, striving for excellence and continuously improving our services. Your Future Team Our San Diego office is currently seeking Case Managers/ CFS Specialist for our THP-NMD program and for Coordinated Family Services. My Brother’s Keeper offers housing and supportive services to emancipated foster youth between the ages of 18 and 21. Our program is client-centered, trauma-informed, and upholds the highest standards of best practices. The CFS specialist will work closely with both the individuals with disabilities and their families, to create an action plan to ensure success in the community. Your Impact Our program supports young adults aged 18-21 through a comprehensive approach, providing guidance in housing, employment, education, wellness, and other essential areas for a successful transition to independence. Our Case Workers create a secure and supportive environment for participants as they move towards self-sufficiency. In this role, you will be involved in crisis intervention, case management, on-site community engagement, and the day-to-day operations of our programs at various times. You will use a strength-based, personalized approach to help our participants achieve their goals, while also ensuring a safe, clean, and nurturing living environment for all residents. CFS services will focus on improving equitable access to services and supports and reducing ethnic and racial disparities while flexibly tailoring the service to the individual and their family. CFS will be provided in a manner which is respectful of the culture, ethnicity, and linguistic preferences of the individual and their family. Your Skills and Duties as a Case Manager Conduct intake assessments and develop individualized service plans Provide case management services, including housing support, life skills coaching, and educational/career guidance Facilitate access to community resources, such as healthcare, financial assistance, and employment programs Monitor progress and ensure compliance with THP-NMD regulations Advocate for the needs of clients and collaborate with social workers, service providers, and landlords Provide crisis intervention, situational support, and roommate mediation between participants Keep well-written, concise case notes to include all pertinent information for each participant using County and State mandated tracking systems Maintain well organized and accurate records and case files for all participants Communicate effectively with Program Directors, co-workers, participants, families, and other service providers Ensure residents maintain safe and adequate living environment in accordance with California Community Care Licensing standards CFS Job Duties and Responsibilities: Identify and provide support necessary to successfully reside in the family home Provide assistance and training for the consumer and their family in navigating comprehensive services and supports that are tailored to meet their unique needs, including creating pathways to overcome barriers to accessing generic and other resources Provide additional information or resources on the consumer's diagnosis and identified Coordinate consistency in training across providers specific to the needs of the consumer and their family Assisting with scheduling service delivery including medical and other appointments Identifying transportation options or services Identifying backup providers/supports and providing backup supports when the plan fails Providing futures planning for the consumer, including those living with aging caregivers Providing training to the consumer and community stakeholders which maximizes their independence Prepare and submit quarterly reports on the progress of service delivery Provide general administrative and support duties as assigned Education & Work Experience Must be 21 years of age or older Bachelor’s degree in social science, psychology or a related field is required, Master's degree preferred Experience working with young adults (ages 18-24) required Familiar with the operations of a transitional living program Experience with Independent Living Skills issues preferred Basic computer knowledge and skills Must be able to work as part of a team Must be self-aware, flexible, adaptable and teachable Valid CA Driver's License Current CDL H6 print-out (must be dated within 30 days of application.) Pass pre-employment drug testing Criminal record clearance by being fingerprinted prior to reporting to work and signing a statement regarding criminal convictions A physical exam and negative TB test results Ability to adequately observe participants activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate policies and procedures Current CPR and First Aid certification required and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart Association or American Safety & Health Institute At My Brother’s Keeper, we are committed to value-based decision-making that leads to the best possible results for all our stakeholders, especially our employees. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent work environment with opportunities for advancement. If you share these values and excel in a collaborative, team-oriented setting, My Brother’s Keeper could be a great fit for you. Joining our team means you’re one step closer to making a real difference in the lives of children, families, and the community.