Foster Care Case Manager II

About the role

We are seeking individuals passionate about working with at-risk-youth, guiding them towards success, and helping them reach their full potential. Join our team as a Family Foster Care Case Manager in Asheville, North Carolina.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with foster children, their family/guardian, and foster parents to provide comprehensive case management services.
• Conduct intake placements, advocate for clients in court, conduct home visits, assess the needs of children and families, transport clients, and/or monitor transfers as required.
• Complete required paperwork including daily/monthly documentations, updates to EHR, QMHP service notes, critical incident reports, and needed paperwork for foster parents as required.
• Arrange and monitor discharge of placements and arrange for visitation with children as required.
• Conduct weekly consultation with the consumer and monthly consultation with foster parents, maintaining consistent, regular contact with child and family team members and foster parents.
• Assist with or conduct training workshops as assigned; assist with childcare during workshops as needed.
• Be available during the work week for crisis calls and be available to all Foster Parents. Attend court, DSS, school, and other client meetings as necessary.
• Maintain oversight of medications and medication administration records and attend medical evaluations as needed.
• Conduct audits, ensure case management systems are updated, and attend training and/or staff meetings as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University in a Human Services related field of study.
• 2+ years of experience in Human Services/Mental Health field.
• Must meet North Carolina standard requirements to be a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and practices related to the Family Foster Care program.
• Appropriate and valid state driver’s license and ability to meet requirements for Eckerd’s Auto Insurance.

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retailer savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
• Employer PTO Exchange
• Hourly Rate: $25