Community Services Care Coordinator at United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) – United States
Recruiter: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
About United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
UNICEF is the United Nations agency working to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfil their potential. Operating in over 190 countries and territories, UNICEF delivers programs in health, nutrition, education, water and sanitation, child protection, and emergency response, making it the world’s largest provider of vaccines and children’s services.
Job Summary
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to child rights, education, healthcare, and child protection within United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)’s important work in child rights, education, healthcare, and child protection. Working in United States, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. Your responsibilities will include: Engages community members and families with empathy and compassion following an incident of violence. Additionally, you will: Identifies clients needs and provides community referrals to client and others; coordinates This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.
Full Job Description
DUTIES
SUMMARY
As a member of the REACH TEAM TM , the Community Services Care Coordinator supports children and families exposed to violence. Services to the family includes: care package drop off, care coordination services including screening, and referral to community agencies for children and families. In addition, this position participates in outreach and community engagement activities and trainings.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Engages community members and families with empathy and compassion following an incident of violence.
Identifies clients needs and provides community referrals to client and others; coordinates
services with other providers.
Assists clinicians in providing appropriate services, including linkage, coaching and skill- building.
Develops and maintains effective communications with appropriate stakeholders.
Establishes and maintains rapport and effective working relationships with children and families
and works cooperatively within CII and community resources.
Ensures accurate and timely completion of outcomes and reports required by the program.
Develops and maintains knowledge of service standards and policies as stipulated by contract,
licensing, and/or other governing bodies.
Advocates on behalf of the client with other agencies, government programs and similar to help them receive needed services.
Participates in initial intake interviews to gather information and complete required initial paperwork.
Sets up and maintains related files and documentations ensuring compliance with policies.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
May conduct regular home visits to determine client needs and provides training, guidance and
support to families.
May participate as part of a multi-disciplinary team to develop and implement service plans.
May aid in the facilitation of group sessions.
Other duties and special projects as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
One year of community-based direct service experience of working with families who experienced violence or trauma.
Bachelors degree in a human service industry; or four (4) years experience directly working with severely emotionally disturbed (SED) children and their families under the direct oversight of contracted services by either the Department of Mental Health (DMH) or Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Possesses a valid driver’s license and state-required auto insurance.
Required to travel extensively (> 50% of the time).
Spanish / English bilingual preferred.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Maintains patient privacy, including protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information (PHI) to authorized individuals and entities.
Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities.
Sensitivity to service populations cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Punctual and dependable attendance.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None required.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Must have intermediate knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel and E-mail.
Proficient in Electronic Health Records System
NOISE LEVEL
Moderate noise
REQUIRED TRAINING
New Hire Orientation
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
Child Abuse Prevention/Mandated Reporter Training
COMPENSATION:
In accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is included in this posting. The actual compensation will be determined based on factors permitted by law. New hires will be offered a salary at the starting point of the range to maintain internal inequity and allow opportunity for future salary growth. CII salaries are determined based on comprehensive internal and external market analysis, as well as the skills, education, and experience relevant to each position.
BENEFITS:
Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New Year
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents
403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employees
Up to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
Opportunity for growth & advancement
Professional development & continued training
Team building & bonding through company sponsored events & activities
CONTINGENCIES:
Influenza immunization or declination
COVID-19, MMR and Tdap immunizations
Education verification
Reference check
Background fingerprint clearance (FBI, DOJ, CACI) conducted by the California Department of Social Services
Drug and alcohol screening
Tuberculosis screening
Key Details
- Job Title: Community Services Care Coordinator
- Grade: N/A
- Location: Los, United States
- Department: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
- Contract Type: Permanent (Part-Time)
- Estimated Salary Range:$84,000 – $144,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- One year of community-based direct service experience of working with families who experienced violence or trauma.
- Bachelors degree in a human service industry; or four (4) years experience directly working with severely emotionally disturbed (SED) children and their families under the direct oversight of contracted services by either the Department of Mental Health (DMH) or Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
- Possesses a valid driver’s license and state-required auto insurance.
- Required to travel extensively (> 50% of the time).
- Spanish / English bilingual preferred.
- Ability to handle confidential information.
- Maintains patient privacy, including protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information (PHI) to authorized individuals and entities.
- Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities.
- Sensitivity to service populations cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Punctual and dependable attendance.
- New Hire Orientation
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
- Child Abuse Prevention/Mandated Reporter Training
- Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New Year
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents
- 403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employees
- Up to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
- Opportunity for growth & advancement
- Professional development & continued training
- Team building & bonding through company sponsored events & activities
- Influenza immunization or declination
- COVID-19, MMR and Tdap immunizations
- Education verification
- Background fingerprint clearance (FBI, DOJ, CACI) conducted by the California Department of Social Services
- Drug and alcohol screening
- Tuberculos is screening
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.