SNAP® Case Manager Fatherhood Initiative

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.

LSF is seeking a talented SNAP Case Manager who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. This Case Manager will be working directly with the SNAP program's fatherhood initiative and will be working with fathers who are parents of youth ages 12- 17, providing case management services to the fathers. Additionally, the case manager will run SNAP groups for youth under 12 ( ages 6 - 11).

Purpose and Impact:

Responsible for the day-to-day case management and system navigation of SNAP®.

Staff working in the fatherhood initiative program will act as a Case Manager for fathers who are parents of youth ages 12-17, providing case management services to the fathers. This case manager will primarily work with adults who are parents of youth ages 12-17. An additional responsibility will be running SNAP groups for youth under 12 years of age.

Responsibilities:

• Completes staff training as required by SNAP® and agency;

• Completes intake assessments for SNAP® including all required pre and post assessments.

• Responsible for the day-to-day case management and system navigation of SNAP®

• Follows up on incoming referrals and schedules clients for intakes appointments.

• Monitors youth and family's progress through weekly compliance calls;

• Facilitates SNAP® curriculum within the fidelity of the model;

• Liaises with relevant community outreach responsibilities including, but not limited to community relations with: agencies including schools, community-based agencies, local DCF and DJJ community partners, state attorneys’ offices, and Police Departments to enhance outreach;

• Completes data reporting requirements for intake assessments and ongoing weekly data reporting requirements to all relevant systems in a timely manner (examples include: NETMIS, JJIS, Dropbox, and ASEBA, etc.)

• Ensures weekly materials are prepared and ready for SNAP® groups including handouts, manuals, and all other required items;

• Supports the SNAP® Coordinator with organization of food arrangements as needed;

• Participates in pre-briefing and de-briefing meetings weekly with other SNAP® Team members;

• Participates in weekly consultation calls with the Florida Network;

• Willingness to work nontraditional business hours including evenings when Groups are scheduled.

• Prepares technology that is required for weekly group delivery;

• Utilize a strength-based perspective to help youth and families strengthen and manage the quality of their lives by engaging the family, advocating on their behalf, initiating change agent activities, helping them access supports in the community, teaching problem solving skills, modeling productive behaviors, and assisting in the successful completion of youth and family developmental milestones;

• Works under the supervision of the SNAP® Coordinator and participates in staff meetings as requested.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, typically in an office or remote work environment.

• Frequent use of computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment.

• Must be able to lift and carry files, documents, or supplies up to 20 pounds.

• Ability to travel occasionally for home visits, community outreach, or training (as required).

• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to perform detailed work, including reading fine print and hearing conversations in person or over the phone.

• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and handle paperwork.
• May require walking, climbing stairs, or navigating facilities during site visits or client interactions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field.

Experience:

1-3 years’ experience with structured groups and parent education groups is required; community/agency liaison experience is desired.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

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