Extended Case Management Caseworker

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Job Description

Job Overview: The Extended Case Management (ECM) Afghan Caseworker will address barriers to safety and wellness for especially vulnerable Afghan cases who arrived on or after July 31, 2021. The ECM Afghan caseworker will be expected to provide strengths-based, client-centered case management to single-headed refugee households. Enhanced Case Management – Continued case management services is designed for eligible participants with high needs and/or addressing ongoing needs of Afghan newcomers. They work closely with clients, colleagues, and external parties to develop service plans to meet individual client needs and preferences utilizing a broad range of financial, social, vocational, and other services and resources in accordance with client eligibility and program requirements.

Major Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Determine client eligibility for ECM programming and conduct intake assessments, review program expectations, outcomes, and confidentiality with each potential client. - Assisting the client with community navigation. - Enrollment in Public and social program services. - Assist clients in navigating social service systems, which may include helping clients apply for benefits and attend and schedule appointments. - Provide clients with extended orientation on a variety of topics such as developing social support networks, navigating transportation systems, and navigating the education system at the local level. - Provide clients in navigating the health system, such as setting appointments with PCP, facilitating transportation to the appointments through health plan. - Employment training, and job placement assistance - Providing gender-specific programming - Respond to client crises, with guidance from supervisor as needed. - Maintain up-to-date documentation in client’s case file to ensure services are properly documented throughout the client’s service period; document all services provided in IRC’s database, Efforts to Outcomes (ETO). - May train and lead the activities of volunteers and interns. - Other duties as assigned.

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: ECM Casework supervisor

Indirect Reporting: Resettlement Manger in Turlock Other Internal and/or external contacts:

Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, or related field of study preferred.

Work Experience:

- Minimum of 1-2 years of case management experience with similar populations and/or client needs required.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

- Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and external relationships. - Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment. - Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. - Attention to detail and accuracy in work product. - Fluent in English required, both spoken and written; proficiency in Dari, and Pashto is desired. - Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes. - Valid driver’s license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.

Working Environment:

- A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities. - May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement****: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity****: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer****: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

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Added 1 year ago - Updated 11 months ago - Source: rescue.org