Case Manager

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Firefly Children and Family Alliance in Terre Haute, IN is hiring a full-time Home-based Case Manager to deliver in-home services, education, and transportation to families in the community. The role is field-based with occasional evening hours and weekend availability.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, a valid driver’s license, and knowledge of state social service systems; travel between appointments is expected to support client goals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of social service systems within the state.
• Confidentiality practices and data handling.
• Ability to develop networks of community contacts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and coach family progress.
• Visit families in their homes on a routine basis.
• Provide education and transportation to clients.
• Attend court with clients and render recommendations.
• Prepare written reports for the appropriate agencies.

Skills

Social services knowledge

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Networking

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 Terre Haute, Indiana. 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 work out in the community. Hours are typically Monday through Friday, with evening hours required. Occasional weekend availability may be needed as well.

Our Benefits:

• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance
• PTO and 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.