<p>Minimum Qualifications Education Requirement: Master's in Social Work from a college accredited by the Council on Social Work Education is required. Experience Requirement: Two years of professional social work experience following completion of an MSW degree, including case management experience and biopsychosocial assessment. Experience in a college setting, and/or experience supervising social work interns is desirable. Education/Experience Equivalency: Experience and/or education of the same kind, level and amount as required in the minimum qualifications may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Licensure and/or Certification: A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is preferred.</p> <p>WELCOME TO SANTA MONICA COLLEGE! We are seeking a Case Manager for the Basic Needs Department to provide mental health assessments, resources and support services to students in the areas of Basic Needs and Center for Wellness and Wellbeing. This position also supports the social work internship program. This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week, 12 months per year on the Santa Monica College main campus. Please note that all candidates must have authorization to work in the United States; the District does not have the ability to provide sponsorship. This position is fully grant funded, and continuation of this position is dependent upon availability of ongoing funding. What You Will Bring to the College Our ideal candidate will posses substantial experience conducting risk assessments and supporting social work internship programs. They will be well-versed in crisis prevention techniques and capable of managing crisis situations with professionalism and care. This individual will demonstrate the ability to build strong relationships with community resources and stakeholders, take initiative, and work independently with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills-both written and verbal-are essential, along with the ability to present information clearly and effectively in a variety of settings.</p> <p>Requirements / Qualifications</p> <p>Comments and Other Information</p> <p>Examples of Duties Conducts risk assessments by asking evidence-based questions for students who express suicidal ideation and/or homicidal ideation to keep students and the campus safe. Provides referrals for basic needs and mental health support in the community by making appointments for the students or providing contact information with students to ensure continuity of care. Keeps detailed records of student interactions, appointments, assessments, and follow ups in a secure platform to facilitate continuity of care. Participates in the onboarding of new Master's in Social Work (MSW) interns for the District, which includes scheduling interviews, conducting orientations, and participating in the development of trainings and materials. Oversees and trains MSW interns engaged in formal field work assignments required to complete their academic program requirements. Conducts biopsychosocial assessments using standard questions to evaluate students referred for services to ensure an accurate understanding of a students' experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Conducts workshops in person and virtually around basic needs and mental health for students, faculty and staff so that they can be better information about resources and how to support students and themselves. Establishes basic needs and mental health partnerships with community based organizations by reaching out to new organizations, obtaining MOU's, and supporting their co-location on campus to improve access and continuity of care. Performs other related duties as requested or assigned. Examples of essential duties are descriptive and not restrictive in nature and are generally listed in descending order of importance.</p>