November 19, 2024

Chaves County CASA Program

Roswell

FULL TIME

Family Caseworker- Navigator

Job Overview and Benefits:
About Us:
Casakids is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of families in our community. We provide a supportive, collaborative, and family-first work environment where every team member is valued. We offer comprehensive benefits, including paid time off, flexible schedules, and professional development opportunities. Join us in our mission to support and empower families!
Position Summary:
As a Family Case Worker at Casakids, you will be crucial in assessing family needs, developing service plans, and connecting families with essential community resources. You will also advocate for families, ensuring they receive the support necessary to achieve their goals. This position requires a trauma-informed approach and maintains the highest standards of ethics and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities:

Conduct initial assessments to understand family needs and strengths.
Develop and implement individualized service plans in collaboration with families.
Advocate for families, providing guidance and support as they navigate various systems.
Connect families with community resources such as housing, childcare, employment services, and healthcare.
Monitor and adjust service plans to ensure families are progressing toward their goals.
Collaborate with staff members, service providers, and state personnel to coordinate services.
Manage and ensure the accuracy of all required documentation and evaluations.
Report any concerns or challenges to the Family Resource Center Director and seek assistance as needed.
Develop creative solutions to meet unmet basic needs of families.

Qualifications:
Education: A bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field is preferred. High School Diploma/GED required. Four years of relevant experience in social services may substitute for the bachelor’s degree requirement.
Licenses: Valid New Mexico driver’s license and proof of current insurance required. Licensed Mental Health Professionals must have an active New Mexico license or the ability to obtain one.
Bi-lingual: Spanish/English proficiency is required.
Experience: Experience in child advocacy is preferred but not required.
Benefits:
We are committed to providing our employees with the support, resources, and benefits they need to thrive both personally and professionally. If you share our passion for making a difference in the lives of others and want to join a supportive and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Family First Work Environment: Our organization recognizes the importance of family and work-life balance. We prioritize creating a supportive and flexible work environment that allows our employees to put their families first.
Paid Time Off: We offer a generous paid time off package (sick, vacation, family) to ensure that our employees have the time they need to rest, recharge, and spend time with their loved ones.
Flexible Schedule: Our organization provides flexible work schedules to accommodate the unique needs of our employees.
403B Retirement Program: We offer a retirement program to help our employees save for their future.
Life Insurance up to 125,000: We provide life insurance coverage to help our employees protect their loved ones.
Short Term/Long Term Disability: We offer short-term and long-term disability coverage to support our employees in the event of an illness or injury.
Medical Insurance Group Coverage (50/50): We offer medical insurance group coverage, with our organization contributing to the premium.
Paid Trainings: We provide regular paid training to ensure that our employees have the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.
QSEHRA Medical Reimbursement: Our organization offers a medical reimbursement program to help our employees with their healthcare expenses.
Christmas-New Year Paid Time Off: We provide paid time off during the holiday season to allow our employees to spend quality time with their families and loved ones.
Paid Holidays: We offer paid holidays to our employees to celebrate important national holidays.
Phone Allowance for On-Call: We provide a phone allowance for our employees who are required to be on-call outside of regular work hours.
Personalized Office: Our office environment is tailored to meet the unique needs of our employees, including ergonomic workstations, natural lighting, and a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
Trauma-Informed Work Environment: We prioritize creating a safe and supportive work environment for our employees. We provide regular training and resources to ensure that our employees are equipped with the tools and knowledge they need to support themselves and their colleagues.
Fantastic Peer Support: We believe that peer support is essential to maintaining a healthy and happy work environment. We provide regular opportunities for our employees to connect with each other, share their experiences, and provide support and guidance to their colleagues.
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