Job Description

• Assess the safety and suitability of a sponsor before an unaccompanied child is released into a sponsor’s care (Home Study).
• Provide case management support to ensure the continued safety and stability of children in sponsor’s homes and linking children to resources in the community (Post Release Services).

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or relevant behavioral science in which direct clinical experience is a program requirement OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience
• May be licensed or eligible for licensure (i.e., CSW/LCSW, LPCA/LPCC, AMFT/LMFT)
• Highly fluent in English and Spanish (oral and written)
• Knowledge of local community social services
• Specialized experience working with immigrant populations
• Knowledge of family preservation, kinship care and child welfare

• Deliver comprehensive mental health services, including psychoeducational support for recently migrated youth.
• Collaborate with youth, families, and case management team to develop short-term goals and treatment plans.
• Conduct weekly in-home visits for at least 30 days and maintain monthly contact for a minimum of 6 months.
• Provide in-person support during stressful or traumatic experiences (e.g., medical appointments, hospital visits).
• Document all client contacts, interventions, and assessments in compliance with KYUMH and ORR standards.
• Develop culturally competent clinical interventions to address trauma and assist youth in adjusting to life in the U.S.
• Conduct screenings for mental health, developmental needs, trauma history, and child trafficking; provide referrals as needed.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychoeducation.
• Maintain effective working relationships with families, colleagues, and community agencies.
• Participate in case review meetings and present accurate client summaries.
• Ensure compliance with documentation standards in agency, state, and federal databases.
• Demonstrate cultural humility and trauma-informed practices.
• Requires frequent travel; occasional out-of-area and overnight travel, including airline travel

• Competencies include:
  • Accountability and reliability
  • Empathy and emotional control
  • Flexibility and stress management
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Clear communication and attention to detail

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Successful completion of background checks and drug screening
• Ability to use electronic health record systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong time management, planning, and interpersonal skills