ReNew Woman's Advocacy Case Manager

About the role

Bethany Christian Services provides comprehensive support to expectant mothers and their families, focusing on safety, love, and connection for children. The role involves protecting children, supporting women in overcoming addiction, and coordinating various services.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management services and life skills education
• Develop a comprehensive service plan with a consumer and family-centered focus
• Develop a full-cycle birthing plan including linkage and prenatal follow-through coordination
• Locate and develop positive working relationships with local healthcare providers
• Develop a parenting plan or “Plan of Safe Care” addressing the mother, infant, and family needs
• Coordinate early intervention, WIC, and other community resources
• Cultivate information sharing between all providers related to the woman’s progress and challenges
• Coordinate necessary interventions and services provided by multiple agencies
• Provide home visitation services and maintain regular contact with the woman and baby
• Facilitate parenting education using Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) during home visits
• Complete paperwork within appropriate timeframes
• Coordinate with Perinatal Cooperatives/Risk Reduction Specialists to educate medical community partners on stigma around pregnant women with Substance Use Disorders (SUD)
• Prepare a woman for birthing including the potential for child welfare involvement in the event of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS), as well as accessing a pediatrician familiar with this prenatal exposure
• Prepare the woman for living and care arrangements for the infant
• Effectively advocate on behalf of the family
• Maintain ongoing contact with service providers including progress reports, status updates, and any other critical information, while participating in multidisciplinary meetings as needed
• Coordinate team meetings that bring all formal systems together on behalf of the woman from pregnancy through 1-year post delivery, as needed
• Attend and participate in meetings such as SUD/Child Welfare consortia and Perinatal Addictions meetings as needed
• Provide appropriate care and community referrals, as needed
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services

Requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree in Social Science, Human Services, Behavioral Science, Psychology, Education, or related field of study from an accredited college
• At least three (3) years’ experience working with high need families involved with substance use and mental health disorders
• Demonstrated evidence of working with populations with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders or evidence of addiction coursework
• Possess knowledge of systems that provide services for women and their families to include but not limited to maternal health, early childhood intervention, child welfare, or other related services
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) approach and interventions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated excellent assessment and crisis intervention skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality
• Must be willing and able to work outside of normal business hours to include some evenings and weekends
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries

Qualifications

• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent assessment and crisis intervention skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality
• Knowledge of systems that provide services for women and their families
• Knowledge of the Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) approach and interventions
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours to include some evenings and weekends
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employer paid long-term disability and group term life insurance

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the role and the client population.