Preferred Communities Case Manager -Ukrainian Speaking

Preferred Communities Case Manager -Ukrainian Speaking

ID 2024-2619 Category Programs Position Type Regular Location : Location US-CO-Fort Collins Telecommute No Work Arrangement Fully Onsite Base Salary Minimum USD $45,200.

00 / Yr. Base Salary Maximum USD $56,500.00 / Yr.

About CWS

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world.

At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children .

implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.

Purpose

The Case Manager provides assistance to Ukrainian humanitarian parolees and other qualified immigrants to ensure newcomers are connected to resources and services.

The Case Manager provides intake and assessment to program participants, developing a service plan and connecting clients to appropriate agencies and resources.

The Case Manager works to support individual client needs and preferences offering a range of educational, financial, medical, social, vocational, and other services and resources based on needs and client eligibility.

The Case Manager will operate out of the CWS Ft. Collins office with travel to local government and community service agencies.

Case Managers work directly with incoming families and will be required to complete a background check, confidentiality agreement, and training modules, treating all individuals with understanding and respect

Responsibilities

Primary Tasks :

• Ensure the best possible service experience for each client, providing appropriate case management to connect newcomers with benefits and resources.
• Conduct intake interviews and client assessments for Ukrainian parolees to determine program eligibility; create service plans to meet the needs of individual clients and families.
• Provide appropriate and timely referrals to ensure clients receive individualized and group orientations; Assist clients to access social services, health and mental health, and immigration legal services by assessing and evaluating each client’s distinct needs.
• Support clients with direct assistance funds distribution and tracking; Provide donations and other forms of assistance, as needed.
• Ensure that clients are provided the basic tools necessary to meet their established short-term goals and objectives.
• Assess and monitor client progress at regular intervals to ensure progress on goals is made, designated resources are maximized and modify initial resettlement plans and other case file documents as required;
• Ensure compliance with case file documentation and reporting requirements, including timely data entry in hard-copy files and databases;
• Travel regularly throughout the service delivery area (home visits, agency visits, service provider visits etc.);
• Participate in all program meetings, staff development activities and fully engages as a member of the team;
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, anthropology, health or related field.
• 1 year experience working with refugees or immigrants, and previous case management experience.

Other Skills :

• Strongly preferred that candidates are bilingual in English / Ukrainian.
• The successful candidate must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word and Excel) and internet applications.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills are required.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.

Special Requirements

Benefits

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes :

• 403 (b) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (21 Paid Days Off; 27 Days after 2 Years)
• 14 Official Holidays
• Sick Time Off (12 Accrued monthly)
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
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