Prevention Caseworker
- Oswego, NY
- $23.08 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Flexibility and autonomy in the workday – Independence in creating a non-traditional workday that meets the needs of clients and supervision
- Learn to maneuver through various complex systems including, Foster Care, Family Court, Local DSS, and various community providers
- Home based meetings with families allow the opportunity to see the families where they are comfortable
- Every day is different – flexible scheduling and working with families in their home allows for each day to bring new opportunities in helping families achieve their goals
- Supervision support as needed and scheduled on a bi-weekly basis so there is never the sense of being in it alone
- Support from the Department of Social Services in determining how to navigate family needs within the complex systems
- Mobility in work area with a hot spot, laptop, and iPad
- Utilizing the task centered case management model, implements and coordinates services to children and their families experiencing difficulty in the home and/or in school, aimed at preventing placement of children outside the home and/or at improving academic performance.
- Provides intervention and support to families in crisis intended to keep the family unit intact.
- Completes all required documentation, in timelines in accordance with program standards.
- A Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere
- Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off Package
- Family-Friendly Workplace
- Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Continuing Education Opportunities