SOCIAL WORK INVESTIGATOR - DEPENDENCY COURT
Company: Childrens Law Center of California
Location: Monterey Park
Posted on: August 2, 2022
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Job Description:
*Resume and cover letter required. See details
below.*Investigator Job DescriptionCLC Investigators provide
vitally important information to CLC attorneys about our clients.
Investigators visit clients in their home placements, at school, in
hospital settings, and other locations, to gather information from
and about our clients. This includes information about the
conditions of the home, health and safety concerns, developmental
progress, medical and educational issues, service needs and family
relationships. CLC Investigators should have a working knowledge of
child abuse, child development, domestic violence, child sexual
exploitation, substance abuse, and mental health issues.
Investigators must have an ability to connect with children and
gain their trust. They must be able to work with children of all
ages, genders, religions, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations
and from all socioeconomic backgrounds. Duties include, and are not
limited to: Visit with clients, caretakers and others in order to
develop a trusting and professional relationship with
clientsInterview caretakers and children, to the extent possible,
in order to observe and document the children's current living
situation, developmental progress and emotional wellbeing During
client contact, the investigator are expected to note any services
that have not been implemented, that may need to be implemented, or
any other issues for attorney review Evaluate and recommend the
need for further or different services that may be beneficial to
the child and the family Identify services in the community and
make referrals as needed Assist attorneys with client interviews
Serve as duty day investigator in the office Communicate regularly
with the attorneys, both verbally and in writing, regarding status
of caseloads and assignments and with all relevant information
regarding the client With general direction from the attorney,
attend Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings, TDM and similar
team decision making meetings, DCFS and placement staffing,
hospital screenings and Regional Center conferences Manage and
maintain caseload; Schedule appointments for client visits and
collateral meetings Frequently exercise discretion and independent
judgment at meetings, conferences and hearings attended as the sole
representative of CLC Investigators work under limited day-to-day
supervision of Investigator Supervisor and attorneys. They prepare
and submit timely written reports of observations and
recommendations to the case-carrying attorney. They immediately
respond to any inquiries regarding case status from their
supervisors and seek assistance from supervisors when prudent or
required. Investigators attend and participate in training
sessions, and when needed, assist with them, attend staff meetings,
and maintain current and accurate mileage and time logs.
Investigators are to be flexible, have a team player attitude and
be willing to assist other Investigators as requested by
supervisors. They are to be professional, patient, and
understanding when interacting with clients, caregivers, colleagues
and supervisors. Investigators are to have a pleasant demeanor in
the office and demonstrate effective communication with colleagues
and supervisors. Minimum Qualifications: AA degree/60 college units
or 2 years direct experience working with children in a related
field.Must be able to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination
plus booster status. Benefits:CLC offers an excellent benefits
package including 15 PTO days and 10 sick days in the first year,
an up to 6% employer-matched retirement plan, and generous Family
and Medical Leave and health care plans. More information about our
benefits can be found
here:https://www.clccal.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/80/2022/01/CLC-Benefit-Summary.pdf.To
Apply:Applicants must apply directly on CLC's website:
clccal.org/employment. Applications received through any means will
not be considered. Please include a detailed cover letter
indicating your interest and qualifications for this position.
Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. A
valid California driver's license, reliable automobile, auto
insurance, and an operable mobile phone are required at all times
while working for Children's Law Center.Children's Law Center is an
equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status,
national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age,
gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Full
vaccination and booster status for COVID-19 is a condition of
employment.
Keywords: Childrens Law Center of California, Monterey Park , SOCIAL WORK INVESTIGATOR - DEPENDENCY COURT, Healthcare , Monterey Park, California
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