Why Lutheran Social Service of the South
FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filedEmpowers children and families to break the cycle of abuse through early childhood education, preschool programs, and supportive schooling for foster youth.
- Education services include headstart and early headstart preschool programs that help children from low-income families prepare to start kindergarten ready to learn. Education services also include programs at upbring school of arts and sciences in austin. The school provides education…$23.5M spent in FY2024
- Our children's services included our foster in texas program where a family partners with upbring to open their home and their hearts to a child in need, providing support for immediate needs such as food, clothing and shelter. Upbring also…$9.5M spent in FY2024
- Residential treatment programs include life-changing work being done at our new life and krause children's centers that provide a safe place for girls from across texas to heal from childhood traumas. Upbring's children's shelters and transitional foster care programs provide…$3.9M spent in FY2024
Before you apply
FY2024 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the orgAbout the role
The org's own posting, as writtenOverview
At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values: We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion. We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.
Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.
What You'll Do
The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) Case Manager requires expertise in providing quality social services, individually and in groups, to clients and their families to accomplish program objectives and agency goals. In accordance with agency policies and procedures, licensing standards, Federal, State, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), and local regulatory agencies.
Responsibilities
Review complete family reunification packets for accuracy Always comply with HIPPA Complete Release Request, Case Review, and Discharge Notification Form; submit to ORR along with copy of Family Reunification Packet Ensure unaccompanied children are provided with Change of Address, Change of Venue form and provide instructions on how to complete and submit forms to the appropriate entities; ensure unaccompanied children are provided with appropriate phone numbers for follow-up Input and maintain accurate case file information in the ORR Portal Work closely with lead case manager and co-lead case manager and other service providers to ensure unaccompanied children are receiving the quality of care and case management services needed and the program services are meeting its established goals and objectives Assist with the safe and physical evacuation of unaccompanied children during an emergency or natural disaster, e.g., hurricane Maintain contact with sponsor and family in home country regarding unaccompanied children's progress and needs and complete weekly documentation on all cases Collaboratively work with other stakeholders internal and external (e.g.
Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Legal Service Providers, Consulates, Child Advocates) Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Social Services, or closely related field One (1) year previous case management experience OR if a current Upbring employee, one (1) year previous child welfare experience Bilingual (English and Spanish based on service area and service population) Must be 21 years of age or older per licensing requirements Strong…
About Lutheran Social Service of the South
From its Form 990- Budget $125.5M · Human Services
- Staff 1,409 · founded 1926
- Pays its leaders $154K–$501K (12 reported)
- Open jobs 76 · Jobs at Lutheran Social Service of the South · Full 990 report
