Bilingual Case Worker
About the position The Women's Building (TWB) is seeking a dedicated Bilingual Case Worker to join our team in San Francisco, CA. This full-time position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing for both on-site and remote work. The primary objective of this role is to provide case management and supportive services to minors who have been released from federal custody and are being reunited with caregivers or sponsors. The Case Worker will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of these children by conducting home visits, assessing placements, and connecting them with necessary community services. In this position, the Case Worker will perform ongoing case management, focusing on various domains such as placement issues, safety, education, health, mental health, legal proceedings, and independent living. The role requires thorough documentation in compliance with organizational policies and the application of social work best practices to assess the progress of the children and the services provided. Regular communication regarding any issues affecting the child's safety or stability is essential, as is participation in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance cultural competence and service provision. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to empowering migrants and refugees, with a background in social work or a related field. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required, along with a Bachelor's degree in social work or a relevant discipline, although a Master's degree is preferred. The position also requires at least one year of experience in child welfare programs, preferably within a non-profit setting. Candidates should possess excellent crisis intervention skills, cultural humility, and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations. This role is vital to TWB's mission of advocating for self-determination, gender equality, and social justice, and it offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of unaccompanied immigrant children.
Responsibilities
- Conduct home visits and phone contacts to assess the safety and appropriateness of a child's placement with their caregiver.
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- Perform ongoing case management focusing on screening and making appropriate referrals to address the child's needs.
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- Submit detailed documentation in compliance with policies and procedures.
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- Utilize social work best practices for thorough assessments of the child's progress and services provided.
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- Maintain regular communication regarding any issues concerning the child's safety, stability, or well-being.
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- Inform the organization about trends, challenges, and successes in working with the population.
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- Participate in trainings on cultural competence and service provision.
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- Attend bimonthly staff meetings, weekly supervision, and team meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work or a relevant field; Master's degree preferred.
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- CA Driver's License required.
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- At least one year of experience with child welfare programs.
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- Previous non-profit experience preferred.
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- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
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- Cultural humility and experience working with diverse populations.
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- Excellent crisis intervention, critical assessment, and analysis skills.
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- Commitment to empowering migrants and refugees.
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- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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- Punctual, reliable, and highly organized.
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- Computer fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace.
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- Ability to pass a federal background check and C/AN check.
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- Ability to travel for home visits and other service agencies.
Nice-to-haves
- Cross-cultural or international experience preferred.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
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- Health insurance
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- Life insurance
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- Mileage reimbursement
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- Paid time off
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- Retirement plan
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- Travel reimbursement
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