Refugee & Immigrant Transitions (RIT, reftrans.org) assists refugee and immigrant individuals and families through our education, family engagement and community leadership programs. Our mission is to welcome and partner with people who have sought refuge, employing strengths-based educational approaches and community support so they may thrive in our shared communities. RIT is currently seeking a Youth Caseworker for the Office of Refugee Resettlement Post-Release Services (PRS).
Why work with us:
As a Youth Caseworker, you will be able to make a tangible impact in the lives of immigrants in the Bay Area, while building meaningful cross-cultural relationships and uplifting communities. The Youth Caseworker will work on a diverse team with a welcoming agency culture, and collaborate with partners and volunteers.
Time Commitment: 1 FTE (40 hours/week) with full benefits
Locations: It is expected this person would be available for in-home visits for level 1 and 2 PRS cases. The person will also work at San Francisco International High School as needed.
Reports to: To be determined.
Compensation: $26.65-$29.45 per hour
Benefits: Paid vacation, holiday and sick time, health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement program.
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, ~9:00am to 5:30 pm with unpaid lunch break, as well as on evenings and weekends as needed.
Start Date: Mid/End of August 2024
Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
In partnership with Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights, RIT will provide Home Study and Post Release Services (HSPRS) for children and youth up to 17 years old who have entered the country under-documented and without their parents/guardian.
The Home Study and Post-Release Caseworker will initially report to the SF Program Manager and Co-Executive Director. The Caseworker will report to the Clinical Manager once this person is hired and will provide a variety of specialized services related to the processes of conducting home studies and providing post-release case management. It will include both local and travel (up to 100 miles) for the purpose of conducting home visits. Work travel is reimbursed using the IRS mileage reimbursement rate ($.67 per mile in 2024).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Home Study and Post-Release Responsibilities:
Assess and provide a recommendation for the purpose of reunifying children/minors with their potential sponsors, including conducting interviews and background checks and documenting findings in a comprehensive report within 10 days of referral
Attend a minimum of 40 educational training hours per fiscal year
Complete home visits to meet with children and their sponsors post-release
Coordinate referrals and service planning in relevant areas
Work with children and their sponsors to encourage and ensure progress through their individual service plans
Continually assess ongoing changes in behavior and general conditions that could impact the safety of a participant
Build and maintain relationships with community services providers in relevant areas
Serve as point person for stakeholders in each family’s case, including legal providers
Participate in regular case management and staffing meetings
Maintain accurate records and consistently ensure the confidentiality of information relevant to children and their cases
Maintain records of post release services including measurable outcomes and justification for termination of services
Submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner
Provide crisis intervention when necessary, including involving Child Protective Services.
Other Responsibilities as needed:
Provide interpretation and support for RIT’s educational programs offered in the community and at San Francisco International High School.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or an equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology, or other behavioral science equivalent. One year of relevant experience is required. Experience in family reunification, home assessment and report writing, family preservation and foster care/child welfare, is preferred.
Certifications/Licenses:
Must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Language Skills: Bilingual in English and Spanish is required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence.
Cultural humility and sensitivity to the needs of immigrant youth;
Demonstrated success in working effectively in a multicultural setting;
Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues and other
community agencies and service providers;
Knowledge and understanding of local resources and school districts in Alameda or San Francisco Counties;
Reliable and Accountable: consistently at work and on time, responds to clients and colleagues; works effectively with partners, and responds positively to feedback regarding performance;
Proficient computer (Microsoft Office, Google mail and calendars) and writing
Workshop/training coordination skills.
Other: Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check. Ability to travel independently throughout relevant region. Ability to work independently and during non-traditional hours such as evenings and weekends.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Refugee & Immigrant Transitions values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages individuals from refugee and immigrant families, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color to apply. RIT is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religion, disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. RIT provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and interview process.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone; seeing to read, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; kneeling, bending of the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve and store files and supplies; walking to the office on the 3rd floor; unrestricted ability to provide physical restraint, being able to lift approximately 40 lbs (the weight of the average preschool child).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@reftrans.org, with the subject: RIT Youth Caseworker (San Francisco). Applicants will be reviewed starting on June 14, 2024, and resumes will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Thank you!