About this opportunity
San Andreas Regional lists this Transitional Age Services Case Manager, Spanish Speaking opportunity in salinas, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join San Andreas Regional Center - Where Every Role Matters.
San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) is one of 21 regional centers in California, funded by the State and rooted in the values of the Lanterman Act. As a community-based nonprofit, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in living full, independent, and inclusive lives.
Join a diverse, mission-driven team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference every day. If you care deeply about equity, advocacy, and social impact- SARC is the place for you.
Job Summary: While maintaining good public relations and implementing the goals and vision of the regional center, this position is responsible for providing and coordinating services to individuals transitioning from school age to adult age services in accordance with the provisions of the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act, and policies established by the San Andreas Regional Center Board of Directors.
Essential Job Functions:
Gathers data and produces initial and/or ongoing assessments
Presents assessment data to Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for eligibility determination
Coordinates the Person-Centered Planning process for individuals and their families
Develops the Individual Program Plan (IPP) or the IFSP for Early Start.
Counsels' individuals concerning identification and achievement of personal goals
Transitions individuals from school age to adult age services typically a stable day program or job is established.
Advocates with individuals/families to assure provision of needed services
Initiates and follows up on referrals to existing community resources
Identifies areas of unmet needs
Performs tasks which relate to fiscal requirements
Provides assistance to existing and in the development of new community services
Completes all required caseload documentation
Develops expertise in accessing generic resources
Assures that all individuals and families are informed verbally and in writing of their right to appeal every time a decision is made to change, alter, or deny a service
Knows Title 17 and Title 22 licensing and DDS requirements
Knows all resources that serve - individuals who reside in various districts
Intervenes effectively in crisis situations to eventually effect stability
Monitors residential facilities in compliance with Title 17 regulations
Coordinates and facilitates annual and quarterly visits as required with vendors, and IDT members.
May attend IEP meetings as needed.
Works in collaboration with vendors, school districts, and community partners.
Monitors day programs to assure quality programming
Evaluates conservatorship requests and submits reports to the appropriate parties.
Understands role as a mandated reporter.
Conducts required home visits and meetings in various settings
MONTHLY STIPEND FOR BILINGUAL SPEAKING!
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.
Employees receive free medical coverage (yes, free for employees!), along with free dental and vision insurance for your dependents.
Our benefits include a CalPERS pension plan, offering rare, long-term financial security through a lifetime pension, excellent health benefits, and overall career stability. Additional benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
You'll also enjoy: Five days of paid education leave per fiscal year
Vacation time, sick leave, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays!
Life insurance, with options for additional coverage
Access to an employee discounts portal full of great deals
We offer flexible work schedules and select hybrid positions, promoting a healthy and balanced work-life experience. And that's just the beginning - explore the full list of benefits on our careers website! (**Benefits apply to eligible employees.)
Requirements
Education/Experience: A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college, or a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work plus four years of relevant experience, is required. The specific field of study for the Bachelor's Degree and the post-Bachelor's years of experience may be waived by the Executive Director if necessary to meet a special need of the agency, such as providing services to specific cultural or monolingual groups.
Special Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of principles, objectives and techniques of social work; individual and group behavior, human growth, development of family relationships; medical-psycho-socio-economic factors affecting individuals and families; techniques of intervention, referral and follow-up to community resources and facilities and various community organizations, and how to intervene constructively on the client's behalf. Ability to relate in a constructive and enabling manner to a wide variety of individuals and organizations; ability to relate in a positive manner with supervisor, co-workers, and others in the agency and community; establish and maintain rapport with clients and their families; prepare and present oral and written reports; maintain case records in a clear, concise, appropriate and timely manner.
Other: Use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law, OR ability to provide for independent transportation.
Salary Description
$6,437 - $7,825 Monthly (depending on experience)
Worksite address
salinas, CA, 93911, US
Who can apply
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