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Position Summary: JCCA's mission is to provide the highest quality child welfare and mental health services to New York's most vulnerable children and families to ensure their safety, permanency, and well-being, leading to a life of stability and promise. The Under-the-Line Case Planner works with foster care youth in non-traditional or transitional placements—those who are AWOL, in detention, hospitalized, on trial discharge, or awaiting permanent placements. You'll play a vital role in stabilizing these cases through expert case management, court advocacy, and hands-on support. This is a dynamic, field-based role that requires flexibility, strong crisis response skills, and a deep commitment to ensuring every child's safety and future. Key Responsibilities :
• Serve as the primary liaison between JCCA, ACS, courts, and community partners.
• Advocate in Family Court , represent the agency, and ensure court directives are implemented.
• Lead and participate in Family Team Conferences , Initial Treatment Conferences , and Planning & Service/Red Flag meetings .
• Conduct regular home visits , including to detention centers, hospitals, and locations outside NYC as needed.
• Coordinate and supervise family and sibling visits .
• Identify services and make referrals to support family and youth needs.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in Connections and complete casework reports (FASPs, TPRs, court reports, etc.).
• Respond to crises, implement AWOL protocols , and ensure safety measures are followed.
• Collaborate closely with your team to develop individualized case management plans.
• Support school placement and educational planning for youth.