SUMMARY

Catholic Charities has an opening for the position of Youth Case Manager in its Refugee and Immigration Services Department. This position is full-time (37.5 hours per week) and located at the Catholic Pastoral Center at 2806 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214. Hours are generally 8:00am-4:30pm though flexibility may be required outside of these hours.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enroll newly arrived refugee children in school.
• Conduct School Readiness classes for children.
• Provide school orientations for parents.
• Serve as liaison for MNPS and Rutherford County Schools.
• Provide case management services specific to schools including IEPs, etc.,
• Educate parents regarding benefits of early childhood education and assist in enrolling preschool children in such programs.
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation in Salesforce.
• Participate in regular team meetings and planning sessions with the team.
• Assist other team members on an as-needed basis.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• College degree in social work or related field (or relevant experience).
• Experience working with children in group and family settings.
• Prefer candidates with prior experience working with refugees.

OTHER SKILLS OR REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of trauma-informed principles.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to facilitate intercultural communication and to create an environment where differences are respected.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, curtesy, and tact in dealing with the public and staff.
• Ability to handle confidential information with extreme professionalism.
• Attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
• Ability to plan and organize work.
• Ability to follow tasks through to completion.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well as a team and independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to transport clients with valid Tennessee driver’s license and clear driving record.
• Comfortable with meeting with clients in their homes or communities throughout Davidson and Rutherford Counties.
• Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; ability to learn databases.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates should send a resume and a cover letter detailing interest, desired salary, and available start date.

Catholic Charities of Tennessee is an equal opportunity employer. Catholic Charities does not discriminate in regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Satisfactory completion of a background and reference check is required.

BENEFITS

• Paid time off and fourteen (14) paid holidays
• 403 B plan with company match
• Health insurance, vision, and dental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program & Wellness support
• Voluntary benefits