Supportive Caseworker (per diem)

Job Title: Supportive Caseworker (per diem) Department: Intensive Preventive Services Position SummaryProvide intensive, individually tailored and strength-based case planning services to high risk families referred through Erie County Department of Social Services during non-traditional hours, including weekend and evenings. DepartmentGateway Longview’s Behavioral Health & Preventive Services programs supports children and youth ages birth-21 years struggling with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges. AgencyGateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Compensation$21.00 per hour BenefitsFlexible and remote working options; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs Professional Development OpportunitiesGateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline. Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities:Engage families’ in-home face-to-face and/or phone contact for a minimum of 1 hour per day to implement and support ongoing progress of the case plan developed by the Intensive Preventive Caseworker. Assess for safety and well-being of all family members through face-to-face and phone contact. Address any immediate safety or elevated risk concerns identified during the contact. Ensure accurate, thorough, and timely completion and submission of progress notes detailing the families identified goals and outcomes related to safety, permanency, and well-being within 48 hours of contact.Support the use of effective, culturally competent, trauma informed techniques and interventions with parents/caretakers and children/youth in order to enhance the family’s safety, permanency, and overall well-being. Provide crisis support to families and communicate with agency staff as needed.Occasionally, provide transportation of children and families.Actively participate in required meetings and training opportunities.Other duties as assigned