Case Aide-Entry Level to Social Work (Full-time) - Pressley Ridge : Job Details

Description

Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential.

Pressley Ridge Benefits

The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.

• Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 50% employer match

• Prescription coverage

• Dental and vision plans

• Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost

• Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account

• Wellness incentive (up to $250)

• 401K with an employer give/match

• Free life insurance and AD&D

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 9 paid holidays (7 recognized holidays plus a floating and birthday holiday per year)

• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Position Summary

The Case Aide works in a collaborative manner with Dauphin County Children & Youth to build a partnering relationship with families and others in the community to assure that the needs of children and their families are respectfully and adequately addressed. These needs could include transportation, liaising, supervision of children, drug testing, etc. This position requires local travel and flexibility to work a non-traditional schedule in a high-demand work situation. This is a great entry-level position with the opportunity for advancement.

Essential Responsibilities

• The Case Aide will be asked to transport children and families.

• The Case Aide will supervise children during family visits, emergency placements, court proceedings and report any significant behaviors or conversations.

• The Case Aide will collaborate with internal and external team members to develop and maintain good working relationships.

• To assure adherence to quality standards and compliance, the Case Aide will complete paperwork in a timely and professional manner and maintain flexibility and creativity in working a non-traditional schedule to accommodate the needs of children & families

• The Case Aide will participate in individual and/or group supervision, staff meetings and participate in all required and other professional tranings.

Qualifications

• Clearances. State Police; FBI clearance; child abuse clearance; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.

• Valid driver's license and current vehicle insurance. Requires travel to client homes and throughout the community. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to drive.

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands: Requires vision, speech, and hearing.

• Environmental Factors: Community, home, school.

• Working Hours: A non-traditional work schedule as defined by service needs.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• High School or better

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Human Services

Experience

Preferred

• Two (2) years of supervised experience with children and/or families preferred.

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