Who We Are

Casa de los Niños is one of the most established and well respected non-profit organizations in Tucson. We have been helping kids and healing families since 1973. Our services include parent education classes, Foster Care, Parents As Teachers, Behavioral Health, and Nurse-Family Partnership Program!

Job Summary

The Care Coordinator is responsible for the comprehensive coordination of behavioral health services for children who have complex psychosocial needs. The position provides individual, family and group services to children, youth, and families. The Care Coordinator facilitates Child & Family Teams and engages members and their families in recovery oriented treatment planning. The Care Coordinator will carry an assigned caseload and will deliver services singly or as part of a team and maintain accurate and timely clinical service records, prepare and provide accurate reports; and submit data in an accurate and timely manner. The Care Coordinator works in a professional team environment and strong organizational skills are essential. The position requires variable schedules including evening and weekend hours.

Essential Duties

• Conducts thorough and ongoing child/family strengths and needs assessments, utilizing the program specific protocol.
• Develops and implements successful behavior management techniques specific to the family's needs.
• Coordinates and facilitates consistent Child-Family Team meetings and collaborates on the child family team process.
• Provides and maintains effective crisis management.
• Conducts educational activities that promote client understanding of treatment issues.
• Interfaces with Department of Child Safety (DCS), the courts and other partners regarding child well-being, family stability and case planning.
• Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential/sensitive information.
• Requires advance knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite computer applications, aptitude for learning computer software applications and the ability to instruct others in the use of various software applications.
• Plans for client discharge/termination, including helping the family plan and prepare.
• Links families to community resources.
• Maintains clinical records in a timely manner following organization standards.
• Available to work after hours, weekends and on-call on a rotating basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned which are consistent with the general responsibilities of the position.
• Maintains timely progress notes that reflect movement towards client goals.
• Provides or arranges for transportation of clients to appointments as necessary.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age (licensing requirement).
• Bachelor's degree in the field of social work, psychology, or related subject area.
• An Associate's Degree or HS Diploma may be considered with relevant years of behavioral health experience that comply with Office of Behavioral Health Services staff qualification requirements.
• Must be available to work after hours, weekends and on-call on a rotating basis.
• Must be able to provide own transportation to and from clients homes and/or other relevant organizations/agencies.
• Must be able to provide a clean 5 year driving record.
• Must be able to meet training and organization requirements for the position.
• Must foster an environment that is solution-focused, dedicated, and compassionate to support the organization's mission, values, and strategic direction.
• Must exhibit a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion, values diverse perspectives and encourages contributions by all team members.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver license and be insurable under the organization's automobile policy.
• Must be able to qualify for and maintain a valid Arizona department of public safety level one fingerprint clearance card.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required.

Our Mission

Casa de los Niños promotes child well-being and family stability in our community. We place top priority on hiring and growing a team of knowledgeable, passionate, creative, and diverse individuals who have a strong desire to empower children and families within our community. More information about us and our current job openings is available at www.casadelosninos.org. Casa de los Niños is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, gender identity, gender(sex), sexual orientation, or familial status.