Case Manager - Early Childhood Wellbeing Project

GET TO KNOW US:

For over 100 years, Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services (VDM) has taken great pride in providing exceptional programs and services for children and families throughout LA County. VDM envisions a community where all children and families are equipped and prepared to live productive, fulfilling lives. We serve the most vulnerable in Los Angeles, many of whom have faced multi-generational inequities. Vista Del Mar is guided by core values of empowerment, equity, and excellence.

CULTURE:

At Vista Del Mar, our success is empowered by our staff, families, residents, and clients. We believe in the inclusion and liberation of marginalized communities, standing in unity for justice and recognizing long-standing systemic oppression. We acknowledge we are part of an unjust system and strongly advocate to change oppressive systems and the unconscious bias that affect staff, clients, and families in all communities. Vista is committed to developing a culture of healing, community care, and creating a sense of belonging. Our actions will be louder than our words.

Folks who are Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQ+, of a marginalized gender, disabled, parents, are/have been system-impacted, are immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression, and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply.

MISSION:

Vista Del Mar provides a trauma-responsive continuum of services to empower children, youth, and families in Southern California to lead fulfilling lives.

Position Overview:

As an Early Childhood Wellbeing Project Family Resource Specialist, Case Manager with FSSM, it will be vital to possess and implement the knowledge and educational background applicable to work with individuals, groups, families, other disciplines and community services within the local community. The Family Resource Specialist Case Manager works with all appropriate systems on behalf of the client. Services will include assertive clinical case management.

Essential Job Duties (other duties may be assigned):

• Assertive clinical case management and linkages to incoming families;
• Assist in the coordination of service provider network;
• Refers families and early childcare and education professionals to network service providers;
• Maintains virtual referral system for network providers;
• Client advocacy;
• Outreach on public education with guidance from networks;
• Tracks project outcomes;
• Tracks referred families who have gone through our Wellbeing Project referral process;
• Assists with parent engagement/direct services including parenting classes and therapy as assigned (see below);
• Will work collaboratively with ECWP Coordinator on an on-going basis with any or all of the above items.
• Thoroughly evaluate the progress of each client through regular supervision, treatment plan reviews, outcome measures and file reviews;
• Consult with ECWP Manager on a weekly basis to provide proper clinical care and appropriate interventions;
• Attend all meetings, groups and training sessions as requested by FSSM Director, Managers, or Coordinators;
• Maintain client records in accordance with agency policy and standards, including process notes, 90 Day reviews, assessments, outcome measures or other reports;
• Complete all mandated paperwork;
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards of the agency and profession;
• Represent the agency in a professional manner in meetings, groups and training sessions;
• Take responsibility in gathering knowledge and developing skills needed to perform job duties;
• Complete and maintain all training requirements as put forth by program, related to their role and above duties. Trainings and certifications include, but may not be limited to the following: Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS), Annual Cultural Competency trainings;
• Perform all other tasks as instructed by the ECWP Manager, and/or Directors and consistent with the above duties;

What you bring to VDM:

• BA or BS in Mental Health Related Field;
• 1-3 years of mental health experience
• Minimum 1-year clinical experience, with an emphasis in families with young children.
• Valid Driver's License & available vehicle

Salary: $68,560 / annually

What Can We Offer You for All Your Hard Work?

• Full benefits offered (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• FSA/Dependent Care and Supplemental benefits through The Standard
• 403(b) – 3% Employer contribution based off annual salary
• 4 Mental Health Days
• Up to 12 Paid Holidays
• Up to 25% for Cell Phone Discounts with 3 Major Carriers (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint)

Vista Del Mar’s Credentials:

Our nationally recognized clinical programs have been awarded a Gold Seal by the Joint Commission, the highest level of accreditation possible. In addition, our educational facilities are fully accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and our graduate degree program is recognized worldwide for its high quality of instructions.

Equal Employment Statement

Vista Del Mar is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Therefore, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Vista Del Mar will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations as part of this commitment.