Child Welfare Caseworker (Asian Family Services)

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• Maintain case history records and prepare reports.
• Interview clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.
• Serve as liaisons between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts to help children who face problems, such as disabilities, abuse, or poverty.
• Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided.
• Address legal issues, such as child abuse and discipline, assisting with hearings and providing testimony to inform custody arrangements.
• Counsel parents with child rearing problems, interviewing the child and family to determine whether further action is required.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of problems, such as truancy and misbehavior, and to implement solutions.
• Arrange for medical, psychiatric, and other tests that may disclose causes of difficulties and indicate remedial measures.

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Website: cpc-ny.org

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council, Inc. (CPC) is one of the largest non-profit providers of educational, social, and community services for Asian-Americans in the United States. It now services over 8,000 people daily through some 50+ programs at over 30 locations citywide. It administers early childhood, school-age child care, youth, community, workforce development, and senior services. Its mission is to serve the Chinese-American, immigrant, and low-income communities in New York City by providing services, skills, and resources towards economic self-sufficiency.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Make a direct difference in the lives of children and families across New York City as a Child Welfare Caseworker with Asian Family Services at the Chinese-American Planning Council, based on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. This full-time, on-site role is a meaningful opportunity to support immigrant and low-income communities through culturally responsive case management. About the Role As a Child Welfare Caseworker within the Asian Family Services division, you will provide direct support to children and families navigating the child welfare system. Working out of our Lower East Side, Manhattan location, you will help safeguard the well-being of young people while connecting families with the resources and services they need to thrive. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and families, conducting assessments and developing individualized service plans. Carry out home visits to evaluate family circumstances, safety, and ongoing needs. Link families to community programs, benefits, and supportive services across CPC's network. Maintain accurate, timely case records and required documentation. Coordinate with schools, agencies, and other partners to advocate for each family's best interests. Deliver culturally and linguistically sensitive support to Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income clients. Qualifications A background in social work, human services, or a related field. Experience in child welfare, case management, or family services is valued. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities. Sensitivity to the needs of diverse immigrant and low-income communities; bilingual ability in Chinese languages is an asset. Commitment to advocacy, confidentiality, and the well-being of children and families. About Chinese-American Planning Council Established in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) works to advance the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities. As the largest Asian American social services organization in the country, CPC operates more than 50 programs at over 35 sites throughout New York City, spanning early childhood education, family services, and beyond. How to Apply Ready to build a career rooted in service and community impact? Submit your application for the Child Welfare Caseworker position at the Chinese-American Planning Council in Lower East Side, Manhattan through our official job listing.

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