Bilingual Case Manager Lead, Immigration Services
Jewish Family Service - san diego, CA
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Position Title : Bilingual Case Manager Lead Organization : Jewish Family Service of San Diego Department: Immigration Services Position Type : Full-Time (37.5+ hours/week), Non-Exempt Schedule: There is one shift available, which includes the weekends: Thursday-Monday 7am-3:30pm Reports To: Shelter Operations Manager Pay Rate: $27.81/hour Total Compensation : In addition to standard pay, compensation for this position includes: Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employees Generous employer 401(k) contributions Employer-covered life insurance Time Away from Work Being able to take time away from work is critical in bringing your best self to work. Time off benefits for this position include: Paid vacation time and sick leave 15 paid holidays, including Federal and Jewish holidays (as long as the holiday lands on a normal scheduled work day), and floating holidays 2 Wellness Days to be taken any time during the year to support employees' mental wellness Position Overview: Jewish Family Service provides robust immigration legal services in addition to humanitarian and respite shelter for asylum seekers who have been released into the United States by the Department of Homeland Security. In partnership with the San Diego Rapid Response Network, JFS provide case management, travel assistance, nutrition services, medical screenings, and financial support for migrant families. The Bilingual Case Manager Leads are responsible for providing supervision and support to a team of case managers that provide direct services to asylum seekers who have been released into the United States by the Department of Homeland Security. Under the direction of the Shelter Manager and Site Coordinator, the Bilingual Case Manager Lead oversees day to day operations of shelter case management processes. The CM Lead plays a crucial role in influencing and creating case management protocols. Additionally, the role is responsible for ensuring daily assignments and tasks for the case management team are accomplished. Responsibilities : Welcome guests to shelter locations Guide CM team in implementing and adhering to established processes Guide CM team in answering guests' questions and supporting guests with special cases Provide support to shelter guests by answering questions upon their arrival and provide basic necessities Provide support to the case management team at shelter locations Ensure Case Management team is efficiently and effectively completing intakes, confirming sponsors, and arranging travel Pull reports to make decisions on operational prioritizing and discuss with other leadership team members Meet with clients to do brief intake and assessment to determine immediate needs (sheltering or financial assistance) as necessary May involve supporting both shelter locations depending on operational need Oversight and supervision of case management team -provide direction and support for client interactions, staff relations, and coaching on new protocols that impact the case management functions Coordinate with internal and external partners to include travel partners, hotel staff, medical support teams, and state partners Delegate responsibilities and create a shift plan for the Case Management team Actively participate in leadership meetings Coordinate and communicate with shelter leadership to ensure that client needs are addressed in a timely and professional manner Takes ownership for team cohesion Create and implement training plans for new Case Managers Hold regular Case Management Lead and Case Management team meetings Coordinate with staff between multiple shelter locations to ensure guests are prepared for onward travel Mentor and direct staff in supporting the needs of shelter guests Influence and create protocol/processes while communicating updates to case management team Assist clients in directing their questions to appropriate staff members Data entry in client management software Reconcile components of case management database Ensure all health and safety protocols are adhered to Participate in required training Perform other duties as assigned The below Case Manager Lead responsibilities may be assigned depending on operational need Provide support to volunteers assigned to Travel Center Welcome guests to Travel Center; providing orientation, offer meals/snacks, maintain communication about onward travel and/or instruct staff in doing so Ensure reports and communication occur prior to new arrivals to the Travel Center; advise other members of the team where to assist Assist with any travel changes that guests may experience at the Travel Center Skills/Abilities That Are a Must-Have: Bilingual in Spanish/English (or other language commonly spoken at the shelter) One or more years of supervision or leadership experience Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook Experience working within client database systems Knowledge and experience in case management and job skills training Strong leadership skills Practiced in supervising and mentoring a team Exceptional organizational and analytical skills Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively Experience with advising upon, following, and executing program protocols Experience in customer service and crisis intervention Understanding of foreign-born immigrant populations and the concept of trauma-informed care Sensitivity to cultural differences present in the service population Strong team player Emotional availability and agility to have difficult conversations with a collaborative mindset and by applying self-awareness Ability and willingness to perform well under stress Comfortability with quick pivots/adjustments in program processes Establish and maintain effective working relationships and professionalism with staff, volunteers, community partners and others connected to the work Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Continuously strive for self-improvement Commitment to excellence and ability to provide high quality work Resilient, optimistic, and open to change Skills/Abilities We'd Like You to Have : CPR/First Aid & AED Certification preferred, but not required Associates/Bachelor's degree in social service program and/or at least 2 years experience Additional Information Required Upon Hire: Self-attestation of immunizations against communicable diseases Valid CA Driver's License Physical Demands of the Job: Stand, walk and use hands and arms to use a keyboard, handle papers, and reach for the phone Extended work with computer Close, distance and peripheral vision Occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Concentration and good hearing are required Heavy Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms Balancing - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking and standing Stooping - Bending downward and forward by bending spine at the waist Kneeling - Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees Crouching - Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine Crawling - Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet Reaching - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any directions Standing - Particularly for sustained periods of times Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another Pushing - Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward Pulling - Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion Lifting - Raising Objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position Grasping - Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm Hearing - Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication Repetitive Motion - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers The worker is subject to varied environmental conditions. Work activities occur inside and outside The worker could be subject to extreme cold/heat The worker is subject to noise. There is enough noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving vehicles, or exposure to chemicals The worker will be in an environment with possible communicable illnesses and must be comfortable performing the duties in this type of environment Important Notice: Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Please, no phone calls. Please, principals only. Please, local candidates only (relocation is not provided). About Jewish Family Service of San Diego Jewish Family Service of San Diego is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community. For over 100 years, Jewish Family Service has been a trusted resource for the entire community, offering an array of services that are always life-changing, and often life-saving. At Jewish Family Service, we believe our employees are the backbone of our Agency. We strive to ensure that each employee is treated with dignity and respect. Our goal is your success. Come work at JFS and be our partner in Moving Forward Together. To learn more about JFS, please visit . *Jewish Family Service is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Created: 2024-10-01