Case Manager

Firefly Children and Family Alliance; Muncie (IN); Remote; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance

Over 150 hours of PTO first year and 6

Job summary

Firefly Children and Family Alliance is seeking a full-time Home-based Case Manager to serve families in Muncie, Indiana. The role involves delivering in-home services, education, and transportation to help families achieve their goals, with some county coverage as needed.

The position is field-based, primarily in the community, with some evenings required. Responsibilities include monitoring family progress, developing service plans, conducting intake assessments, and preparing reports for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Travel between appointments to service clients within the community.
• Knowledge of social service systems in the state and confidentiality practices.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and adapt to cultural differences.
• Develop relevant networks of contacts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and coach families to progress toward goals.
• Visit youth/families on routine and pop-in schedules.
• Assist in achieving family goals and provide education and support.
• Provide transportation to youth/families and attend court with clients.
• Communicate with schools and institutions related to youth/family matters.
• Respond to crisis calls and manage critical situations.
• Prepare and update service plans and goals with communities.
• Maintain case files and write reports within required timeframes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis response

Documentation

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

Introduction

Firefly Children and Family Alliance is a nonprofit that has supported Indiana families and adults for generations. Our organization is built on the belief that giving kids and adults the chance to succeed creates stronger communities. We help Hoosiers overcome hardship and unhealthy behaviors.

Overview

BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE

Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults.

Firefly Children & Family Alliance is looking for a full-time Home-based Case Manager in Muncie, Indiana. This position is primarily in Muncie, but could cover Wells, Adams, Grant, Blackford, Jay, Delaware, and Randolph counties as needed. Case Managers provide services to families in the families' homes on a routine basis to assist them in obtaining their goals. You will need to provide education and support to these families and transportation. You will support your clients by attending court, responding to crisis and stabilizing family functioning. This position is field-based and will primarily work out in the community, with some evenings required.
Our Benefits:

• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance
• Over 150 hours of PTO first year and 12 paid holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance

Responsibilities

Family Progress - Monitoring and Coaching (50%)

• Coach collaboratively – maintaining a balance between teaching and serving.
• Visit each youth/family on a routine and 'pop in' schedule.
• Assist 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.

Service Plans/Goal Development (20%)

• 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.

Intake and Needs Assessment (15%)

• Determine 'crisis' situations.
• Visit each youth/family to gather necessary information to complete the assessment.
• Follow Firefly Children & Family Alliance professional standards.

Report (15%)

• Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards.
• Prepare written reports for the Department of Child Services/Probation office within identified timeframes.

Requirements

• 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.
• Travel between appointments to service clients within their community.
• Knowledgeable regarding social service systems within the state.
• Knowledge of and adherence to current confidentiality practices.
• Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences.
• Develop relevant networks of contacts.