Case Manager

Responsibilities

• Coach collaboratively – maintaining a balance between teaching and serving
• Visit each youth/family on a routine and 'pop in' schedule
• Aid youth/families in achieving their goals
• Provide education and support to youth/families
• Provide transportation to youth/families
• Attend court with clients and render recommendations
• Communicate with schools and multiple institutions related to youth/family matters
• Respond to all crisis calls and manage those situations
• Create plans, including goals, for each youth/family
• Update plans and goals
• Develop relationships with agencies in the community
• Work with other social welfare agencies
• Conduct intake and needs assessments
• Determine 'crisis' situations
• Visit each youth/family to gather necessary information to complete the assessment
• Follow Firefly Children & Family Alliance professional standards
• Report to the Department of Child Services / Probation office
• Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards
• Prepare written reports for the Department of Child Services / Probation office within identified timeframes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field is required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• A valid driver's license and insurance with no more than 6 points on driving record
• Knowledgeable regarding social service systems within the state
• Adherence to current confidentiality practices
• Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences
• Development of relevant networks of contacts

Benefits

• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance