Truancy Case Manager

Location

Philadelphia, PA | United States

Job description

Interested in working for a non-profit organization rooted in a tradition of care and compassion? Do you desire to make a difference in the lives of those around you? CORA is expanding and reaching for new heights, and we'd love to meet you!

For over 50 years, CORA Services , a TWO-TIME TOP WORKPLACE award winner, has been a fast-paced, growing organization whose goal is to help children and families experiencing emotional, academic, and social challenges which impede their development and productivity throughout the greater Philadelphia area.

We provide our employees with generous benefits, a positive atmosphere, meaningful work, and a culture of strong leadership, which in turn drives growth and innovation.

"Children are the Heart of the Matter"

TRUANCY CASE MANAGER

Salary: $40,000 - $43,000

Benefits:

• Medical benefits with two options of coverage (coverage begins on the 1st of the month following date of hire), with generous company contribution
• Company-paid Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-term Disability coverage
• Voluntary programs including Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 403 (b) Pension Plan with generous company contribution after one year of service
• Generous paid time off package
• Warm, welcoming, and supportive environment!

CORA Services seeking a full-time Truancy Case Manager to provide services to school aged children who are missing a substantial number of school days. The case manager will work collaboratively with the Department of Human Services, Family Court and the School District of Philadelphia in implementing service plans with the goal of removing barriers to consistent attendance and reengaging students back into a school. Work schedule includes some evenings.

What You'll Do:

• Consultation with school personnel, other agencies and families in their home settings
• Preparation of court documentation and attendance at all court hearings with families.
• Maintenance of physical and electronic case files
• Participation in active outreach to students who are pre-truant.

Qualified candidates should possess:

• Bachelor's level Degree in the social services professions
• Documented experience in case management services
• Knowledge of substances of abuse and their effects is desirable
• Must have valid Drivers License

Please note: All new hires are expected to be fully vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to starting work with CORA Services.

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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Salary

$40k - $43k