Youth Permanency Social Worker
Reports To:  Social Work Supervisor
Status: Full Time
Exemption Status:  Exempt 
Date opened: 1/18/2012

Sierra Forever Families is a private non-profit foster family/adoption agency that focuses on finding permanency for children and youth in the foster care system. We are seeking a creative, enthusiastic and passionate social work professional for a full-time position as a Youth Permanency Worker (YPW) in our Destination Family program in our Sacramento office.

Our Mission

We transform the lives of children in foster care by building and nurturing permanent families.

Position Summary

The Youth Permanency Social Worker (YPW) is responsible to utilize mental health, social work best practice and innovative techniques in finding permanency for youth in foster care. The chosen candidate will be responsible for EPSDT Medi-Cal billing, assessments, treatment plans, CANS and other documentation requirements. The position will require case management skills in the coordination of services with the other members of the Destination Family Team.  The YPW is part of an interdisciplinary team that includes a clinician, Parent Partner and Youth Skills Trainer.

Qualifications

• MSW, or Master’s Level degree in a related field
• Licensed or license eligible preferred
• Knowledge of Medi-Cal EPSDT billing and documentation
• Familiar with the affects of loss and grief and youth development
• Experience working with children and youth in foster care
• Working knowledge of mental health issues and community resources
• Social work experience in foster care and special needs adoption preferred
• Knowledge of child welfare, community care licensing, adoption and foster care regulations
• Strong practical and theoretical foundation in strength-based practices
• Knowledge of wrap around and community-based program principles
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with other team members, county child welfare agencies and community resource agencies
• Proficiency in computer technology
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours as the job necessitates
• Cultural competence to work with diverse populations
• Possess a valid California driver’s license, provide proof of adequate vehicle insurance 250/500/100k and have access to reliable transportation.
• Must submit to and pass health screen, TB test, criminal record and child abuse index clearances.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for youth permanency and be a creative and effective solution oriented social worker who is comfortable working in a highly collaborative environment within the agency and with community partners.

Position Location: Sacramento, California

To Apply:  E-mail resume and cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experiences and how they fit the needs of the position, along with salary requirements, to jobs@sierraff.org    

Clinician / Program Lead
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
Status: Full Time
Exemption Status: Exempt
Date opened: 12/9/2011

Sierra Forever Families is a private non-profit foster family/adoption agency that focuses on sustaining permanency for children and youth in the foster care system and provides an array of other community-based services to families and children. We are seeking a creative, enthusiastic and passionate licensed therapist for a full-time position as a Clinician/Program Lead supporting our Placer County Permanency Support Services.

Our Mission

We transform the lives of children in foster care by building and nurturing permanent families.

Position Summary

The Clinician—Program Lead will manage all aspects of the start up and day-to-day operations of the program and ensures regulatory compliance at all levels.  Provide consultation and support to the rest of the team which will include a clinician, case manager, parent partner, and administrative support.  The team will provide community based individual, group and family therapy to clients referred to the program.  Responsibilities include participation in the development and monitoring of treatment plans and EPSDT Medi-cal billing documentation.  This position will carry cases and bill for services.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Master’s degree in a related field
• Licensed (LCSW or MFT)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage programs
• Effective leadership and management skills
• Experience working with at-risk children and families
• Knowledge of the child welfare system
• Knowledge of mental health issues and community resources
• Strong practical and theoretical foundation in evidence-based and best practices
• Knowledge of wrap around and community-based program principles
• Knowledge of Medi-Cal (EPSDT) billing and procedures
• Expertise in administration and planning, risk assessment, and crisis intervention
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with other team members, county child welfare agencies and community resource agencies
• Verbal and written ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, community partners, and all levels of management
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and assignments effectively
• Proficiency in computer technology
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours as the job necessitates
• Cultural competence to work with diverse populations
• Possess a valid California driver’s license, provide proof of adequate vehicle insurance 250/500/100k and have access to reliable transportation
• Must submit to and pass health screen, TB test, criminal record and child abuse index clearances

Starting Salary: DOE + Benefits

Position Location: Auburn, California

To Apply: E-mail resume and cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experiences and how they fit the needs of the position along with salary requirements to jobs@sierraff.org.