Case Manager, Dana Village

OneLFS; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Family Services is hiring a Case Manager for Dana Village in Fremont, NE. The role provides direct services to residents, including those in the Root + Rise program, to help them achieve self-sufficiency.

The position requires strong communication, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate with health and social service partners. Some evenings may be required; a valid driver’s license is needed where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in case management with diverse populations preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct case management services to Dana Village residents, including Root + Rise participants.
• Maintain regular contact to address client needs and progress toward self-sufficiency.
• Coordinate with health, education and social service providers for holistic care.
• Complete individualized assessments addressing short- and long-term needs.
• Document progress and data in appropriate systems in a timely manner.
• Attend staff meetings for training and program planning; participate in supervision.
• Collaborate with employment and education staff to support client outcomes.
• Uphold program standards, funder requirements, and organizational values.

Skills

Linguistic and cultural competence

Excellent verbal and written skills

Interpersonal and negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Integrity and confidentiality

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attendance and reliability

Adaptability and professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services related field

High school diploma / GED

Tools

N/A

Job description

Our employees are at the very heart of all we do.

For over 130 years, the people of Lutheran Family Services have changed lives. Our professional staff has created homes through adoption and foster care, guided families struggling with abuse or addiction, and compassionately helped refugees from war-torn countries discover new lives in Nebraska and Iowa. And those are just a handful of our programs.

Do you have a calling to make a difference? A passion to help others? If so, then check out the amazing career opportunities we offer.

Our mission is to provide safety, hope and well-being to all people -- including our employees.

In addition to having what may be the hardest but most satisfying job you’ve ever had, you’ll enjoy excellent benefits, including generous time off and highly-competitive salaries.

See where we are hiring below, but stay in touch if you don’t see the perfect position yet. We are always looking for the right people.

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ACT is where care meets the community. Team members engage with individuals in various settings, including the office, homes, streets, shelters, and community spaces. This approach fosters genuine relationships while providing accessible, consistent, compassionate, and deep human support.

Position:Case Manager, Dana Village

Location: 750 Angels Share Dr.

Job Id:900

# of Openings:1

Case Manager, Dana Village

Job Type

Full-Time

Position Summary:

• A Case Manager provides direct services to the residents of Dana Village, including those participating in the Root + Rise program that serves former foster youth residing in Independent Living. The overarching goal is to provide case management services to individuals and their dependents to create both short and long-term goals leading to self-sufficiency and self-reliance.

Job Duties:

• Provide quality and timely client-centered services to all program participants, including but not limited to education, finance, health, legal, and social services
• Maintain regular contact to ensure client needs are met and progressing towards self-sufficiency.
• Comply with funder, program, and organization requirements.
• Work closely with health, education, and social service providers in the area to provide holistic case management services.
• Complete individualized assessments of clients, addressing both short-term and long-term needs.
• Document and track client’s progress, case notes, and required data in appropriate systems in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings for training, team building, and program planning as required.
• Participate in regular supervision meetings discuss case, strategy, monitor client progress, etc.
• Utilize resources for addressing difficult client situations.
• Work closely with employment and education staff to ensure a client-centered holistic array of care.
• Demonstrate respect for all people, families, and communities.
• Ensure adherence to service provision standards and program outcomes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Linguistically and culturally competent to holistically serve the foster youth populations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Positive, respectful demeanor toward staff, clients, and the public.
• Regular and predictable attendance, and promptness for work
• Commitment to uphold the mission, vision, values of Lutheran Family Services
• Support Lutheran Family Services in the organization’s objective to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace
• Verbal Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Organizational Skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services related field preferred. High school diploma / GED required.
• Experience providing case management services to individuals and families preferred.
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations preferred.
• Bilingual language skills (fluent in English and Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license, liability auto insurance, and ability to drive on organization business.

Physical Requirements:

• Work environment (in office and in community).
• Company-issued laptop and cell phone.
• Travel to various office locations to support client services, as needed and as applicable by region.
• Must be available to work some evenings, as arranged with supervisor.

Lutheran Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.