Child & Family Specialist I/II (Bilingual-Spanish) - Chadwick, Trauma Counseling Program

CHILD & FAMILY SPECIALIST I

JOB SUMMARY:

The Child & Family Specialist I is responsible for screening potential clients for eligibility to the program. Gathers information for initial intake, including determining the appropriate funding source, and helps clients access funding. Carries a caseload of clients with advocacy/case management needs, including needs assessments and developing service plans for clients. Assists clients with the goal of attaining safety and stability through the provision of safety planning and risk assessment, accessing protective orders, court accompaniment, accessing financial, medical and other resources, planning for long-term goals, and coordination with other providers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma, GED, or Foreign equivalent

1 year of experience

Valid California Driver's License and Proof of Auto Insurance

Must have own vehicle

Must have safe driving record

Bilingual – Spanish

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree

2 years of experience

Knowledge of community resources

Previous experience with child abuse and domestic violence issues

CHILD & FAMILY SPECIALIST II

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for screening potential clients for program/admission eligibility. When needed gathers information for initial intake, including determining the appropriate funding source, & helping clients access funding. Provides outreach to community partners, assists child and family specialists and the clinical team in developing and maintaining a data base of community resources in the region.

Carries a caseload of clients per department standards. Provides crisis intervention, case management, rehabilitation and other services to clients and families. Conducts screenings and needs assessments then develops service plans for clients. Attends team meetings to ensure collaboration and communication regarding case management efforts are incorporated into thetreatment plan and ongoing care coordination for the trajectory of care for the client and family.

Provides education, advocacy, and mentoring. Assists clients with the goal of maintaining safety & stability through the provision of reviewing safety planning & risk assessment; accessing financial, medical & other resources; planning for long-term goals & coordination with other internal and external providers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

1 Year of Experience

CA Driver's License

Proof of Auto Insurance

CA drivers license (outpatient care areas)

Have own vehicle with proof of insurance (outpatient care areas)

Safe driving record (outpatient care areas)

Bilingual – Spanish

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

2 Years of Experience

Knowledge of regional community services

The current salary range for the Child & Family Specialist I position is $24.26 to $33.36

The current salary range for the Child & Family Specialist II position is $28.09 to $38.62

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.