Case Manager - Recruitment & Licensing

About the role

Nexus Family Healing is seeking a full-time Case Manager to join their Therapeutic Host Homes team in Fargo, ND. The role involves recruitment and licensing support for foster families.

Responsibilities

• Recruit foster families in assigned region.
• Aid in the development and marketing of a plan and prepare recruitment materials.
• Perform public outreach and speaking engagements within a targeted geographic region to recruit foster homes.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate recruitment strategies that are specific to the needs of children.
• Identify and develop resource opportunities for recruiting quality foster families.
• Receive inquiries and develop a follow-up plan.
• Influence and motivate potential foster homes to participate in the challenges and rewards of foster parenting.
• Screen inquiries from prospective foster parents to ensure information is complete.
• Maintain a tracking system of prospective families and ensure their progress through the recruitment process is timely.
• LICENSE foster families according to established standards.
• Complete the licensing application process for assigned new foster parents in compliance with regulatory agencies and agency forms and guidelines.
• Complete foster care home studies with families.
• Develop a strong working relationship with program and direct service staff, including county and community representatives in the licensing process and in all aspects of the job.
• Recognize and value cultural differences in all aspects of work and service delivery.
• Orient prospective families to the foster care system and assess their abilities, motivations, and expectations.
• Analyze and develop a plan to utilize the feedback received from clients and community partners to improve PATH practice and outcome in the recruitment and/or licensing process.
• Prepare reports and analyze and interpret recruitment and advertising statistics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human service-related field required.
• Valid driver's license required. Must meet state regulating agency driving requirements, maintain auto insurance, and pass corporate insurance eligibility standards.
• The ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.
• The ability to successfully pass a DHS/DCFS/CJIS/DHHS/ODHS or other federal and state criminal background check.
• Some travel required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current ND social work licensure preferred (LBSW).
• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Experience in foster care, adoptions, and/or family-based service preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to assist staff in physical interventions and restraints of clients.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours).
• Must be able to twist, bend, and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within a residential treatment facility.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Generous Paid Time Off – 4 weeks
• HOLIDAY’s Paid
• Health Insurance
• Vision and Dental
• 401K
• New - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
• New - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family
• New – Carrot Fertility Benefit
• Tuition assistance and training opportunities

Pay/Location

• Hybrid – Onsite/remote
• Salary range - $48,000-$57,000
• Sign on bonus - $1,500

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. Our workforce supports and represents the diversity of the communities we serve.

ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies

• Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches.
• Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern.
• Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly.
• Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate.
• Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards.