Description

La Causa Social Services is dedicated to supporting youth and adults with mental health and substance use needs. We are currently seeking a passionate, energetic Care Coordinator to join our youth care coordinated services team.

Why Join La Causa, Inc.?

• Meaningful work supporting individuals and families
• Collaborate with a network of professionals in crisis response.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Competitive benefits and paid leave including your birthday!

Your Role:

As a Care Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for coordinating services for youth with mental health and substance use needs and supporting their families. You’ll serve as their advocate, connecting them with essential community resources and ensuring their individualized care plan is met by way of a strength-based, solution-focused, trauma-informed, and culturally humble approach.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate and Deliver Services – Support participants by arranging and providing services, including transportation when needed. Work with families to assess their needs, develop individualized Plans of Care, advocate for resources, and provide court testimony if required.
• Connect Families with Resources – Serve as the main point of contact between participants, families, and community service providers to ensure they receive the support they need.
• Monitor and Update Care Plans – Oversee and adjust care plans as needs change, ensuring services are delivered effectively and updated when necessary.
• Manage Documentation – Complete and submit required paperwork on time, including care plans, progress notes, and other reports.
• Collaborate with Partners – Maintain open communication and strong working relationships with community partners, including child welfare agencies and probation officers.
• Follow Reporting Guidelines – Comply with all legal and organizational requirements as a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Engage in Professional Development – Participate in quality assurance/improvement studies, attend meetings, and complete professional development activities as directed.
• Support Team Success – Perform other duties as assigned and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Requirements

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in Social Work or related field (i.e., psychology, sociology, counseling).
• One (1) year continued experience providing mental health services.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with adults, families, and team members to implement problem-solving strategies and provide ethical, respectful, and responsible crisis services.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English (oral and written) preferred.
• Strong cultural competence in working with diverse groups and individuals.
• Excellent critical thinking, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Reliable transportation, a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, state-minimum auto insurance, and the ability to meet La Causa, Inc. driving standards.
• Must successfully pass all required criminal background checks.
• Flexibility to work varying hours based on program needs

Day-to-Day Setting:

• Work in both office and field settings (travel required)
• Flexible work hours including evenings or weekends, based on program needs.
• Regularly required to drive, stand, sit, reach, stoop, bend, and walk. Employee is frequently required to see, talk, or hear. Finger dexterity is also required. Infrequent lifting, including files, will be encountered.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Salary: $40,809.60 to $ 47,382.40 based on experience.

About La Causa, Inc.:

La Causa, Inc., founded in 1972, is one of Wisconsin's largest bilingual, multicultural agencies. Our mission is to provide children, youth and families with quality, comprehensive services to nurture healthy family life and enhance community stability. We have several divisions that provide vital services to the community including Crisis Nursery & Respite Center, Early Education & Care Center, La Causa Charter School, Social Services: Adult Services and Youth Services, and Administration. At the heart of our mission is the dedicated staff that welcomes all into Familia La Causa and serves the children and families of Milwaukee.

You can learn more about La Causa at https://lacausa.org/about-us/

Join Our Team—Apply Today!

Be part of something bigger, join Familia La Causa. Help us provide life-changing crisis support to those who need it most. Apply now and take the next step in your career!