Temporary Post Resettlement Case Manager

Temporary Post Resettlement Case Manager

Requisition # : req
16082

Salary Range:$24.92 - 26.00

Hours: Full-time (40-hours/week)

At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families provide the strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus on strengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centered solutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care of a single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, and families.

Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our mission and these shared values: we’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul.

As a Post Resettlement Case Manager, you will be primarily responsible for providing culturally sensitive services to refugee clients after the defined resettlement case management period or immediately for refugee clients without case management assistance. This individual will also be responsible for assisting clients with accessing their respective state’s DHHS assistance.

This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.

• Provide culturally sensitive services to refugee clients after the defined resettlement case management period or immediately for refugee clients without case management assistance;
• Assist clients with accessing their respective state’s DHHS assistance;
• Provide financial literacy and cultural orientation to clients;
• Effectively refer clients to mental health services and screenings;
• Create and coordinate referrals to community services, when necessary;
• Complete paperwork within appropriate time frames;
• Transport clients on an as needed basis;
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s level degree in Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, or a Social Services field from an accredited college;
• Child welfare and/or case management experience is strongly preferred;
• Bi-lingual:
  English/Spanish, French, Kinyarwanda, Swahili or other indigenous languages;
• Prior work experience with serving refugees, preferred;
• Mature and stable judgment as well as sensitivity to various cultures and the unique history of refugees;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills;
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Must be willing and able to work some evenings and weekends necessary;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith and Mission Statement.