Case Manager, Independent Living Program

Job Type

Full-time

Description

AGENCY OVERVIEW

Since our founding in 1895 in Marin County as an orphanage - and through subsequent years as Sunny Hills Services - Side by Side has been at the forefront of best practices in child welfare, working with the most vulnerable youth in our community. Today, Side by Side operates in four counties - Marin, Alameda, Sonoma, and Napa - across the Bay Area, reaching nearly 2,000 children, young adults, and family members per year with much-needed services related to behavioral and mental health, early intervention in schools, LGBTQIA+ support, transitional housing for foster youth, and special education.

Side By Side places high value on individuals with a passion for helping underserved youth and families in a collaborative and inclusive work culture. We strive to work together to create a trauma-informed workplace where we walk the walk of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles.

COMPENSATION

This position is 40 hours / week and an hourly rate of pay between $29.00 to $32.00.

BENEFITS

• 3 weeks of paid vacation for F / T employees increasing to 4 weeks of vacation after 2 years of service (for all non-school based employees).
• 2 weeks sick leave for F / T employees with 2 additional sick days for direct service staff
• 10 paid holidays per year and 1 Self-Care Anniversary Day each year
• 99% employer-paid Medical for F / T employees including platinum level Kaiser Permanente insurance, Sutter Health or Anthem options
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Long Term Disability insurance up to $9,000 per month, plus $50,000 Life and AD&D insurance. Employees also have the option to purchase additional life insurance at their own cost.
• 403b Retirement Plan with match after one year of employment
• Professional development and other learning opportunities including unlimited access to over 1,000 behavioral health courses online. Side By Side is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
• FREE Employee Assistance Program including up to 10 complimentary personal counseling sessions per problem, per year for staff and dependents
• Employee recognition program with $500 bonus awards
• Employee referral bonus of up to $1,000
• Pet Insurance

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Independent Living Program provides every eligible youth in care with independent living skills training to assist in the transition to a successful and independent lifestyle. ILP services are currently delivered to youth ages 14-21 by Side by Side and partnered with Alameda County Social Services.

JOB SUMMARY

The ILP Case Manager provides side by side support to systems engaged youth in preparation for adulthood and in navigation of and graduation from the Independent Living Program. The ILP Case Manager co-creates Independent Living goals and plans and provides intensive support to each youth on their case load to ensure the attainment of said goals.

This position requires that each Case Manager be on site daily for one week in a six-week rotation. There is an option for this position to become hybrid based on an on-going demonstration of autonomy and continuously meeting the needs of youth on their caseload.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Programming Support

Administration

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and expectations required of the position.

AGENCY-WIDE CORE COMPETENCIES

Ethical Conduct. Understands and adheres to the Agency's Code of Conduct, demonstrates a high level of integrity in all internal and external activities and complies with the Employee Handbook and all other Agency policies, practices and procedures. Must maintain strict confidentiality related to client, staff and other Agency information

Communication. Able to inform verbally and in writing, with clarity and good effect and to understand clearly and quickly when instructions or orders are received. Includes judgment about what information is important and what is not, and what should be communicated, how, to whom and when.

Judgment. Able to make decisions in a timely fashion that are sound, accurate and supported by the reasoning and inclusion of appropriate people. Includes the ability to recognize, address and propose solutions to problems that arise.

Safety. The employee is safety conscious about the work environment. The work area is free of debris to prevent trip and slip hazards. All products and equipment are stored in its proper location. All safety devices are in their proper location, are functional, and utilized effectively on a consistent basis. Standard operating procedures and safety work rules are followed on a daily basis.

Technology. Able to use technology to complete work assignments efficiently, including, as necessary, proficiency in the use of personal computers and mobile devices, email, the Internet and web-based programs. As required for the job, is skilled in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Outlook email and calendar, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other software tools.

Job Knowledge

Work Quality

Adaptability / Flexibility

Teamwork

Action Oriented / Initiative. Commitment to effectiveness, prioritizing efficiency and follow-through.

Professionalism / Self-Regulation. Commitment to self-reflection and personal awareness as a means of being able to remain emotionally available and connected with youth, and function as an engaged team-member

Inclusivity. Has the desire and ability to support an inclusive environment with respect to all clients, staff and stakeholders, and to respect and adapt behavior to cultural differences and commonalities in values, expectations, beliefs and practices.

Cultural Responsiveness

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Side by Side provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary Description

$29.00 to $32.00