Case Manager - Farmworker Career Development Program
Case Manager - Farmworker Career Development Program
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Job Description
Job Description
Join the Indian River State College Team Exceptional Benefits Await You!
At Indian River State College youll do more than just build a careeryoull have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students staff and return we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being secure your future and enhance your work-life balance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
We prioritize your health with Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.
We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)
Retirement Plans for a Secure Future
Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation personal and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.
Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services including tickets to popular attractions in the area.
Professional Growth Opportunities
Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.
Help Students Succeed in Education and Careers!
Indian River State College is looking for a caring and motivated professional to support students from agricultural backgrounds through the Farmworker Jobs and Education Program. In this role youll provide career counseling financial assistance and one-stop support services that remove barriers and open doors to opportunity. If youre passionate about guiding students building employer connections and making a real impact in your community wed love for you to join our team!
JOB SUMMARY:
Under minimal supervision this position provides assistance to students who (themselves or family members) work in agriculture. Duties include; providing career exploration opportunities and career counseling; providing one stop servicing by handling referrals conducting assessments and providing fiscal support; and identifying program resources for matching students with potential employers.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Recruits new students. (14%)
- Provides career counseling to include conducting assessment; determining eligibility; conducting in-take interviews; addressing barriers to participation; determining the need for support services; and assigning to the appropriate status. (11%)
- Provides assistance to students with tuition textbooks exams GED uniforms tools and any other assistance; registers students; manages payments; and keeps records of payments. (10%)
- Reviews Interprets and adopts appropriate policies within the national guidelines for the Farmworker Program as needed. Makes decisions regarding program admissions including testing assessing prospects skill levels and determining training expenditures. Select necessary training and provides fiscal support for participants. (6%)
- Provides supportive counseling and long term follow up for evaluation. (8%)
- Provides One Stop Services and referrals via the assessment and evaluation system of the Department of Labor. (6%)
- Completes all case narratives recommendations and reports. (7%)
- Work with program participants and community employers; makes binding agreements for the participants and employers which will impact the program operation. (5%)
- Makes and enters short- and long-term program plans; assists in developing the objectives of the program; and determines the program direction which heavily influences the outcomes by which the program is measured. (6%)
- Maintains current job listings available to Farmworker participants; identifies the options to select and commit the programs resources to the participants and employers contacted. (5%)
- Maintains payroll and case records for all participants following up on customer referrals to ensure the customer is receiving services as arranged. (6%)
- Routinely investigates and settles important program matters; updates Employ Florida information; audits verifications; handles complaints and resolves any disputes of participants employers and community partners. (6%)
- Attends meetings regarding customers; submits monthly reports of activities; and maintains communications with agencies as appropriate. (5%)
- Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. (5%)
QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate degree (Bachelors degree in Human Services or equivalent field preferred); two (2) years of related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.
- Fluency in Spanish both verbal and written
- Valid Florida drivers license.
- Knowledge of human behavior the organization the employment market in the four-county area and case work principles.
- Skill in organizing.
- Skill in working with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications.
- Ability to be accurate and detailed oriented use sound judgement be efficient be discrete be self-motivated and work independently.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as light work involving lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work you must have the ability to do substantially all of these activities. If someone can do light work we determine that he or she can also do sedentary work unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.
Classification
StaffSupervisory
NoFLSA Exempt
NoEmployment Type
Temporary With Benefits (Fixed Term)Compensation and Application Deadline
Pay rate starts at: $18.40/hour All pay rate calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidates education and experience. Open until filled.Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
