Job Information
Child Care of the Berkshires Case Manager in North Adams, Massachusetts
The full Case Manager job description{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"} contains more information about this position. The Case Manager works with children and families receiving child care through the EEC priority population and income eligible contract to support the individual needs of children and families primarily in Center Based programs, but may also include children/families in Family Child Care (FCC) depending upon caseload variability. The Case Manager will assist in the creation, support, and monitoring of Individual Family Plans, make and follow up on service referrals, crisis intervention, reporting and documentation of children\'s records. They will provide ongoing support to families regarding child behavioral success plans, as needed. The Case Manager maintains communication with DCF caseworkers concerning children\'s progress and any emerging family issues. In addition, offers educators support concerning children\'s success in placement. He/she informs Program Director and Supportive Services Program Director of any problems, or gaps in service. The deliverance of high quality, comprehensive, early education services that meet the individual needs of the child and promote educational success is the primary goal. QUALIFICATIONS: - Associate or Bachelor Degree in social work, sociology, counseling, or related field. - Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, working in early childhood education, and case management with high-risk children and families. - EEC Lead teacher certification preferred - Sound knowledge of typical child development (with a special focus on social and emotional development), effects of trauma, and various disorders that may cause developmental delays. - Knowledge of special education, parent, and community resources is helpful. - Ability to assess the development of children of various ages (infants through school age). Working knowledge of various assessment tools is helpful. - Positive attitude, understanding and commitment toward Strengthening Families philosophy and Family Engagement Framework. - Must demonstrate sensitivity to high-risk families undergoing stress, financial difficulties, or other pressures. - Ability to build relationships, partnerships, and actively engage with other community organizations to access services for the children and families - Ability to work with cultural sensitivity to establish rapport with persons of diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, sexual orientation, and/or economic backgrounds; must be able to work with a team in a respectful, collaborative manner. - Excellent communication skills to facilitate ongoing positive relationships with educators, parents/guardians, and other agencies. - Excellent detail and organizational skills required to: document succinctly and accurately; maintain accurate and orderly records; multi-task, and manage a caseload of varying responsibilities and priorities. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Proficient on use of computer, software programs and databases. - Must be willing to complete an EEC background check (MA criminal offender record check(CORI), SORI, DCF background check, National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR)) fingerprinting, and a motor vehicle check. CHILD CARE OF THE BERKSHIRES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, WITH A LONGSTANDING COMMITMENT TO INCREASING THE DIVERSITY OF THE EMPLOYEE COMMUNITY.
