Do you have a heart for supporting youth on their path to educational success? As a Case Manager in the Keeping Kids in School program, you’ll play a vital role in nurturing the growth and resilience of youth and families across Sonoma County. This is your opportunity to be a guiding presence, helping to remove barriers to school attendance and engagement while empowering students to thrive.
Collaborating closely with school districts and the Sonoma County Juvenile Probation Department, as a Care Manager, you’ll provide personalized support through skill-building, case management, and resource connection. Your advocacy will ensure families gain access to the care and services they need, fostering hope and progress within educational, social, and health systems. Beyond casework, you’ll help create meaningful school interventions, contribute to impactful district-wide events, and champion innovative solutions to improve attendance. This position calls for an active, onsite presence within our partner districts and the community, making a hands-on difference in the lives of K-12 students with empathy, expertise, and unwavering commitment.
ABOUT KKIS
Seneca's Keeping Kids in School (KKIS) Program is a strengths-based and family-centered program that increases students’ school engagement by addressing factors that lead to chronic absenteeism. KKIS is a collaboration between Seneca Family of Agencies, select school sites across Sonoma County, and Sonoma County Juvenile Probation. KKIS provides individualized case management services to youth and families and contributes to system-level interventions that support school and community-wide improvements in student engagement.
ABOUT SENECA
Seneca Family of Agencies is dedicated to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. We’re also committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage people of color to apply. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities Conduct assessments to identify needs, barriers, and strengths to establish individualized goals and action plans with clients, caregivers, and school teamsFacilitate monthly action plan review meetings with clients, families, school teams, and other participating membersProvide youth and family with linkage to school and community resources to meet their needs and establish sustainable solutionsIntegrate into assigned school communities by working with administration and school intervention teams, attending multidisciplinary meetings, and participating in other school eventsDevelop and maintain healthy partnerships with a variety of mental health, school, and community providersProvide technical assistance in the form of school or district wide interventions and participating in school or district wide eventsAdvocate for creative problem solving to address underlying student/family barriers to success in schoolMake efforts to understand the history of Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) in the United States and further Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion QualificationsREQUIRED
Experience/education requirements:Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree or equivalent + 1 year of applicable work experience ORHigh school diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable work experienceApplicable experience includes any paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families, or working in the social services fieldOwn vehicle, valid California driver's license, and insurability with Seneca's automobile policyMust drive daily within Sonoma County as part of the roleExpected to be on-site at the assigned school campus and in the surrounding community 4 to 5 days per weekMust be at least 21 years of ageClearance of TB test, fingerprints and any other mandatory state/federal requirementsProof of COVID-19 vaccinationPREFERRED
Bilingual in Spanish and EnglishTwo or more years of direct work experience in community or school-based services youth and familiesStrong organizational skills as demonstrated by the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks Schedule Full-time.Mon - Fri: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMFlexible schedule, ability to work some evenings and weekend hours as neededMust drive daily within Sonoma County as part of the roleExpected to be on-site at the assigned school campus and in the surrounding community 4 to 5 days per week Benefits Starting at $23.34 - $25.84 per hourActual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the roleSalary increases each yearComprehensive benefits package:Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, fertility coverage50% paid premiums for dependentsLong-term disability, family leave, and life insurance403b Retirement PlanEmployer-paid Employee Assistance Plan5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid HolidaysSeneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employerScholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started. Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMS
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