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Education Req: Bachelor's degree required. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, or Social Services strongly preferred.

Experience Req: A minimum of two (2) years of progressive employment experience in Behavioral Science, Human Services, or Social Services fields to include child welfare, emergency disaster response, recovery environments and direct client contact is required. Prior experience in child welfare, emergency disaster response and/or recovery environments to include working within multi-disciplinary teams to develop case plans with specified goals and outcomes is strongly preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills preferred. Professional license in Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, or Social Services is strongly preferred.

Required ICS Courses:
ICS 100 - Introduction to Incident Command Systems
ICS 200 - ICS for single resources and Initial Action Incidents
ICS 700 - National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) and Introduction
ICS 800 - National Response Framework, An Introduction

Recommended ICS Courses:
ICS-242.c: Effective Communication
ICS 300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents
ICS-366.a: Planning for the Needs of Children in Disasters
ICS-368.a: Including People with Disabilities in Disaster Operations
ICS 400: Advanced ICS Command and General Staff - Complex Incidents
ICS-403: Introduction to Individual Assistance (IA)
ICS-405: Overview of Mass Care / Emergency Assistance

Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Understand and adhere to the National EMR Policies and Procedures Manual, Uniform Handbook, and Operations Manual.
2. Foster a culture that encourages team members to work safely, identify potential hazards, and report safety concerns immediately to their direct chain of command.
3. Maintain active status within the agency's platforms, including learning management systems to complete training that may be directed toward self-improvement, mission-specifics, or Just-In-Time (JIT) training.
4. Assess disaster-related, unmet needs and develop an individualized service plan for disaster recovery.
5. Coordinate all referrals, service planning, and client documentation for assigned caseload.
6. Participate in weekly case staffing(s) with Group Supervisor when on deployment.
7. Complete all required ICS, LMS-based and other required Disaster Case Management Program trainings in a timely and consistent manner.
8. Participate in workshops, seminars, education programs and other activities that promote professional growth and development.
9. Inform immediate supervisor and cadre manager of any situation leading to suspended availability for an extended period.
10. Respond to inquiries, requests for assistances and/or direction, and any other requests from personnel within a reasonable and timely period.
11. Function as a liaison between stakeholders and other service providers, maintaining consistent communication with chain of command regarding effectiveness of case management services.
12. Conduct Needs Assessments on an as-needed basis.
13. Maintain a full caseload, updating individualized plans as survivors move forward in recovery.
14. Continually assess ongoing changes in behavior, circumstances, or conditions that may affect survivor safety and needs.
15. Demonstrate client progress toward risk reduction, achievement of goals, and positive case outcomes.
16. Maintain accurate records, files, forms, statistics, and additional relevant information in accordance with agency policy, licensing, and/or funding requirements.
17. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
1. Adhere to acceptable standards of professional integrity and accountability in the workplace, and comply with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in all duties.
2. Provide proof of valid driver's license and driving record in good standing with no restrictions (subject to review annually).
3. Demonstrate the ability to:
a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
b. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers, professionals, and clients.
c. Maintain professional people skills and non-verbal communication skills.
d. Communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, in English.
e. Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining control and professional composure and making decisions based on the needs of the program and service population.
f. Maintain intermediate to advanced computer literacy (specifically Microsoft Suite).
g. Be detail oriented and organized.
h. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
i. Utilize a variety of communication systems to provide situational awareness across the response (cellular, two-way radio, satellite, etc.).
j. Perform physical activity such as extensive walking, stretching, bending, and occasionally lifting and/or exceeding 50 lbs.
k. Work extended hours and/or non-traditional hours (Ex. Weekends, evenings, holidays, in austere conditions).
4. Must successfully pass a scheduled or spontaneous drug screening/background check.

If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!

EEO Statement

In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex,or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

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