AGENCY OVERVIEW: Westside Children’s Center (WCC) exists to give at-risk children and children living in poverty the foundation they need to increase their life choices and lead fulfilling lives. For over 25 years, WCC has been providing thousands of at-risk children and their families with critical, high-quality early education programs, family strengthening interventions, foster care and adoption services, and a range of vital, integrated services, including educational assessments, disabilities screenings, nutrition, dental and vision screenings, and pediatric health consultations.
JOB SUMMARY: WCC contracts with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) to protect at-risk children and strengthen families. Families are either referred to us by DCFS or by the probation department for abuse or neglect, or come to us through other community partners. The In-Home Outreach Counselor is responsible to promote and facilitate high quality in-home and clinical case management services for Westside Family Preservation clients. The position works collegially with all program staff.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Ensure the physical safety and well-being of the children in the Family Preservation Program. Provide in-home situational counseling and clinical case management services to clients based upon the approved service plan Collaborate with other professionals on the case, including DCFS, Probation and mental health providers Document and communicate clients’ progress, strengths and needs in a timely and accurate manner through all necessary reports Attend and participate in MCPCs (Multidisciplinary Case Planning Conference) and coordinate participants’ attendance Provide client linkage to needed resources/services and follow-up to ensure successful outcome of identified needs Perform Up-front assessments focusing on substance abuse, domestic violence and mental health concerns as needed Complete all documentation for program evaluation and outcome measures Submit all written materials to supervisor for co-signature Adhere to all legal, ethical, and professional practice standards including: consulting with supervisor before making a child abuse report, communicating with an attorney, or taking action in any situation involving clinical , legal or ethical decisions Attend DCFS (Department of Children and Family Services) Child and Family Team meetings as requested Evening hours are required In accordance with our “team” philosophy, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description Staff must believe in and act in accordance with both the Agency’s and the program’s mission statements
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:
Masters in Social Work, or Masters in Counseling required. Must be BBS registered
Spanish Speaking required
Experience working with families and children in community settings
Knowledge of child abuse/neglect prevention
Home visitation experience desired
Must have valid driver license and automobile insurance coverage
All employees/contractors, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and adolescents who are served by our agency. Therefore, each employee/contractor must at all times be emotionally stable and able to function effectively with children, adolescents and adults who may have mental or behavioral health problems. The staff must be able to demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, appropriate expression of emotions, as well as appropriate role modeling. Hostility, aggression and unnecessary or inappropriate physical actions as well as inappropriate emotional expression are not acceptable.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Successful completion of background check: DOJ, FBI & CACI Successful completion of pre-employment physical and TB Risk Assessment Must possess a valid California Driver License, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance
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