Project Lifeline Manager

Position: Program Manager - Project Lifeline

Organization: The Friendship Circle of Miami (Kendall, FL) and JAFCO Children's Ability Center (Sunrise, FL)

About Us: The Friendship Circle and JAFCO are proud partners committed to providing support and care to children and families raising children with specialized needs. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Social Worker to join our team to provide services to parents and children, making a significant impact on the lives of those we serve.

Position Summary: As a Licensed Social Worker for the Project Lifeline program, you will play a vital role in advocating for children and families who rely on our services. Your primary responsibility will be providing intensive case management as well as support to parents. Offering a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of families with developmental disabilities.

Role and Responsibilities: As the Project Lifeline social worker, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Receive and assess all referrals for clinical services within the program.
• Conduct thorough initial intakes to evaluate the strengths and needs of children and families.
• Develop and implement service goals and plans, providing recommendations for the child and family.
• Establish and maintain ongoing professional relationships with families through regular home visits.
• Provide continuous support and information to families, adhering to regulatory and professional standards, aligning with our agency's mission, vision, and values.
• Advocate for clients by coordinating access to community and professional services, removing barriers, including transportation.
• Stay informed about community resources and assist families in accessing appropriate developmental disability resources through referrals and case management.
• Attend community meetings, court hearings, IEP meetings, and other relevant provider meetings to support the child and family.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with schools, physicians, therapists, and other professionals involved with the child and family.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes, file documentation, and required paperwork according to agency policies.
• Attend weekly individual supervision and staff meetings at both program sites.
• Implement a Trauma-Informed Care Model and Person-Centered Approach in all procedures, practices, and daily interactions.
• Provide support for programmatic needs of the Friendship Circle, including evening and weekend activities as needed.
• Support the facilitation of parent programming and support groups.
• Participate in on-call support in rotation with the clinical team.
• Adhere to Florida Child Abuse Reporting Rules.
• Fulfill any other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field.
• State licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Social Worker.
• Experience in working with children and families with developmental disabilities in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and community resources.
• Strong communication, organizational, and advocacy skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed care and person-centered approaches.
• Willingness to support evening and weekend program activities.

EOE