Social Worker-Spanish Speaking

ICA is a faith based Christian organization and began in 1990 as a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation. The Institute for Children’s Aid (ICA)is a major divisions at International Christian Adoptions. We stand on Biblical principles in all we do lending hospitality and sanctuary to all who are in need coming into our care. ICA is dedicated in helping children and their families around the world and in the United States. Our staff are multi-lingual and multi-ethnic and professionally trained to assist in various trauma informed capacities. ICA promotes and secures the emotional, spiritual and physical welfare of children who have been victimized, abandoned or persecuted; found in the streets, war zones, government run institutions, refugee camps or family homes and provides them a family they can call their own. We are looking for people who want to make a difference in the lives of children, people who are ministry minded, people who go beyond their job descriptions.

OVERVIEW

The Social Worker will provide family management and reunification services for Spanish speaking families and children coming from other parts of the world. This is a wonderful opportunity that reaches out to the community offering compassionate services to those in need.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Detail oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines. Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently
Should have excellent conflict resolution and communication skills Bilingual – English and Spanish

Assess placements including background interview and home evaluation

Make regular contact and visits to the home, school, training site, or job of the individuals served.

Provide information, education, referrals, outreach, advocacy, and support to ensure that each child and family receives the services they require.

Assist with job preparation and securing employment

Assess the safety and appropriateness of the home on an ongoing basis using child welfare principles and social work best practices
·Develop individual case plans with particular attention to culture, language, and special circumstances;
·Maintain accurate and complete case files by updating database systems, submitting reports, and managing physical case files;
·Provide information, education, referrals, outreach, advocacy, and support to ensure that each child receives the services they require;
·Build a network of local pro bono legal resources, food and clothing banks, mental health services and care providers to establish services for youth.
·Coordinate and maintain communication with key stakeholders;
·Participate in regular training and communication sessions with on-site and case work supervisor and headquarters staff; and
·Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation.All job duties indicated is not to be an exhaustive statement and other job- related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

SPANISH SPEAKING
·Master's degree preferred. Bachelors accepted with 8 years of child welfare experience beyond degree.

Experience in child welfare, child placements, family preservation and social service provision is desired;
·Must possess an extensive knowledge of immigrant community local resources;
·Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, and ability to prioritize duties in a fast-paced environment;
·Must have a valid driver's license, insurance, a clean driving record, and personal transportation;
·Position requires up to 50 percent in state travel with limited notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you please present a cover letter as to why at this season in your life you would like to work within a faith based agency like ours.

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Social work and child welfare: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person