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Job Summary
Model Cities is a private nonprofit community-based organization, created in 1967. Our mission is “to promote social and economic prosperity by providing access to opportunities that develop and stabilize families and communities”. Model Cities offers an array of services to individuals and families that include: homeownership services, crisis intervention services, children’s mental health case management, short-term individualized support for youth who are on probation and supportive housing for homeless families. Model Cities is recruiting qualified applicants for the position of Children’s Mental Health Case Manager.
The Children’s Mental Health Case Manager will provide professional-level Targeted Case Management services to children who have long-term mental health needs. Case Managers conduct monthly home visits with children to assess and address service needs. Other duties include assisting with developing and monitoring child goal/treatment plans and assisting families with obtaining and coordinating therapeutic and supportive services that aim to address the child’s mental, social and emotional needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social work or other related human services field plus at least 3 years experience working with children with moderate to severe mental health issues. Master’s degree preferred and will substitute for 2 years of experience. Applicants should have the ability to work with high risk families of diverse racial, cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds. Knowledge and ability to utilize the Social Services Information System (SSIS) case management software and a working knowledge of the DSM-5 is preferred.
Qualified applicants must have a good driving record, reliable vehicle and a valid Minnesota Driver’s License and valid auto insurance as required by Model Cities. Applicants must also be able to meet requirements of a background check that minimally includes the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and a Minnesota Social Services record check for vulnerable adult or child maltreatment findings.
Compensation
Mid to high $30k’s depending on qualifications and experience. (403B; Life, LTD, and health insurance; paid holidays, vacation, medical and other leaves)
How to Apply
Send cover letter, resume, and two professional references to:
Attn: Manager of Family Support Services
Model Cities, Inc.
839 University Ave W
St. Paul, MN 55104
Fax: 651-293-1928
or e-mail to:
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
No telephone calls, please.
Job Summary
Family coaching is a Saint Paul Promise Neighborhood legislative initiative engaging Model Cities of St. Paul in carrying out Community Coaching services to support its Alternative to Detention (ATD) program. The Family Coaching program targets elementary and middle school aged children experiencing chronic absenteeism, along with varied additional barriers to academic success. The goals of the program are to reduce chronic absenteeism among school-aged children, to connect families to community resources, as well as to link children to educational services and pro-social activities to help improve academic outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications
Bilingual in Hmong and/or Spanish. Baccalaureate degree or at least 5 years of progressive experience in youth development or related human services field. Previous experience working with youth, preferably “high risk” populations, a plus. Applicants must have a good driving record, a valid Minnesota Driver’s License and valid auto insurance as required by Model Cities. Applicants must also be able to transport children as needed for activities and upon contracting, be able to meet requirements of a background check that minimally includes the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and a Minnesota Social Services record check for vulnerable adult or child maltreatment findings.
Compensation
$22 per hour
How to Apply
Send cover letter, resume, and two professional references to:
Attn: Youth Services Manager
Model Cities, Inc.
839 University Ave W
St. Paul, MN 55104
Fax: 651-293-1928
or e-mail to:
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
No telephone calls, please.
Contact:
Manager of Family Support Services
(651) 632-8342
info@modelcities.org
