Case Supervisor (CASA Program Associate)
Alameda County CASA is recruiting for a provisional-project* appointment:
Case Supervisor (CASA Program Associate)
Join our dynamic motivated and compassionate team !
$77,854.40-$94,619.20 Annually
Plus, an excellent benefits package!
This is a provisional-project recruitment.- Provisional Appointments: For a provisional appointment, a civil service exam is not required. However, to obtain a regular position, the appointee will need to compete successfully in a County Exam when open.
- Project positions are generally for a specific, limited duration. Projects can last for five years but may be shorter or extended depending on the project and funding. Incumbents will be given sufficient notification of possible changes to the timeline. *Newly hired incumbents in project positions do not qualify for retirement.
ABOUT US
Established in 1987, Alameda County Court Appointed Special Advocates Program, (CASA) promotes and supports quality volunteer advocates to speak for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the dependency court system. Every child needs someone in their corner.For children and youth facing the complex foster care system, a trusted mentor can make all the difference in the world. Alameda County Court Appointed Special Advocates (ACCASA) recruits, trains, and supports dedicated volunteers to be the constant in a childs life a person they can count on for compassion, guidance, advocacy, and information.
The unique relationship expands the childs world through enriching experiences and forges bonds that often last into successful adulthood.
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The POSITION
Case Supervisors (CASA Program Associate) screen volunteer applicants, match CASA volunteers with youth, and manage a caseload of CASA volunteers that are assigned to youth involved in Juvenile Dependency Court/Child Welfare System, as well as Juvenile Justice, on occasion.This position provides resources and coaching support to CASA volunteers and oversees the direction of advocacy plans based on the needs of the youth on their caseload. The Case Supervisor maintains, and updates CASA volunteer and youth database records, ensures compliance with various programmatic requirements, and guides CASA volunteers to gather information from collateral parties to compose written court reports and recommendations to the Court, with report editing being completed by the Case Supervisor.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES- Oversees, coaches and monitors the ongoing activities of CASA volunteer advocates and volunteer peer coordinators who provide support and case management assistance to advocates; oversees the development of appropriate advocacy plans and goals according to the assessment and investigation of juvenile court cases; and reviews and modifies advocacy plans based on the needs of the children/youth/non-minor dependents.
- Maintains and updates case records and documentation regarding minor and non-minor dependents progress and service requirements; conducts data collection for outcomes measurement and maintains current CASA volunteer and children/youth/non-minor dependent case files.
- Conducts individual sessions with CASA volunteers to review activities for compliance with court-ordered services.
- Provides community resources, support and assistance to the CASA volunteers in maximizing their role as advocates; and assists in the resolution of problems involved in juvenile court cases that may interfere with the best interest of the children/youth/non-minor dependents.
- Oversees the preparation of or may prepare written court reports for judicial officers to assist them in making informed decisions regarding the best interests of the children/youth/non-minor dependents; reviews information gathered for court reports and edits final drafts; and composes recommendations if necessary.
- May attend dependency and delinquency court hearings and be a voice for the best interest of the children/youth/non-minor dependents.
- Conducts on-going follow-up with child welfare workers, attorneys and other involved collaterals to maintain the children/youth/non-minor dependent wait list and current cases; and may provide basic advocacy to the clients on the wait list.
- Collaborates with County departments, community-based organizations and service providers to mobilize resources and support for CASA program needs.
- Provides pre-service and continuing education training and support to CASA volunteers on case-related topics (e.g. court requirements, CASA policies and procedures, court and child welfare systems and processes, psychosocial dynamics, education rights, physical and mental health issues, medical and legal issues, critical thinking skills, independent living skills, financial literacy, diversity, equity and inclusion, and general advocacy, etc.).
- Coordinates or assists with program related projects that support the overall health and wellbeing of foster youth including the peer coordinator model, education rights advocacy, transition-age youth and youth outcomes measurement.
- Recruits volunteers from the community in accordance with the strategic plan; participates in a variety of recruitment activities and community events utilizing marketing strategies and tools.
- Implements and maintains CASA youth and adult speakers and community outreach ambassador groups.
- Develops plans for community education and outreach activities including creating and utilizing marketing strategies and tools; participates in a variety of community outreach activities, fundraising and special events, and other community trainings and events.
- Participates in various meetings (e.g. case management team meetings, team decision-making meetings, and CASA staff team meetings and the CASA Inter-agency Advisory groups, and the Friends of CASA nonprofit sub-committees as necessary).
- Prepares letters, memos, multi-media content and other written materials such as event announcements, newsletters and website articles.
Case Supervisor (CASA Program Associate)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Equivalent of 90 quarter or 60 semester units from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social welfare, social/human services, public health, sociology, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling or other behavioral sciences.
(Additional experience as outlined below may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis.)
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Experience:
The equivalent of three (3) years of full-time social services care coordinator experience in a public, private or nonprofit human services agency specializing in children, youth and family services.
Substitution:
Possession of a bachelors degree (180 quarter units or 120 semester units) from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social welfare, social/human services, public health, sociology, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling or other behavioral sciences may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
License:
Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operators license.
HOW TO APPLY
Deadline: October 20, 2024
Please submit a County of Alameda Job Application, resume and cover letter to:
Ernie Tabasa (HCSAJOBAPPS @ ACGOV.ORG)
The application template is available online on Alameda Countys Online Employment Center @
NEW USERS can click on Fill out an application to fill out an application template. Once the application is completed, candidates can click on the Review tab to Print My Application or SAVE as PDF. A ALAMEDA COUNTY JOB APPLICATION MUST BE EMAILED TO TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.
Alameda County HCSA is enriched with a diverse workforce. We believe the best way to deliver optimal programs and services to our communities is to hire and promote talents that are representative of the communities we serve. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
BENEFITS
In addition to a competitive salary, employees also enjoy an attractive benefits package with the following elements:
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For your Health & Well-Being
Medical and Dental HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short and Long -Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program
For your Financial Future
Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
Annual Cost of Living Adjustments as determined by bargaining units
May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
May be eligible for up to $1,200 in annual County allowance
For your Work/Life Balance
12 paid holidays
4 Floating holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Employee Mortgage Loan Program
Group Auto/Home Insurance
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Discount Program
Child Care Resources- Benefit rates are dependent upon the management employee's represented or unrepresented classification.
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