Case Manager – Dependency

Discvillage; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 29,811 - 33,117; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

401k

Education and Reimbursement Assistance

Job summary

A child welfare organization in New York is seeking a professional to manage caseloads involving children and families in the child welfare system. Responsibilities include conducting home visits, supervising families, and participating in court hearings. A bachelor's degree in social work or a related field is required, along with cultural sensitivity and excellent communication skills. The role offers a competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Child Welfare Certification within one year.
• Valid Florida state issued driver’s license and insurance required.
• Must be able to work under tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned caseload with children and families.
• Conduct home visits to assess child safety.
• Assist with court hearings and arrange transportation.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Ability to handle pressure

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

Essential Responsibilities

Meet all Florida statute requirements for children in the Dependency System. Manage assigned caseload with children and families in the child welfare system. Supervise families and children on caseload and make ongoing assessments regarding child safety. Complete assessments within the required time frames. Provide case management services to clients following established guidelines, regulations, policies and procedures. Conduct home visits with children, parents and caregivers to assess child safety, case permanency and well-being. Rotational on-call duties. Assist with court hearings through participation in hearings and arranging transportation for client/family. Assist with alternative placements for children in home as necessary. Maintain documentation for client records and input data into the Florida Safe Families Network (FSFN) as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, mental health, or related field. Obtain Child Welfare Certification within the probationary period, no later than one year, and maintain on an ongoing basis required. Ability to be sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. Must be able to work under tight schedules and possess the ability to handle pressure associated with deadlines. Valid Florida state issued driver’s license and insurance required. Must have the ability to work under pressure and maintain a professional demeanor, respect for authority, exhibit appropriate interaction skills, and maintain confidentiality standards. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

Pay

$21.64 per hour upon hire, $22.84 after passing the pre-service exam, $24.04 once certified.

Rewards and Benefits

Benefits package includes: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, 401k, Employment Assistance Program (EAP), Education and Reimbursement Assistance.

DISC Village is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace

This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
To learn more about background screening requirements, please visit the state’s official Background Screening Education & Awareness webpage: https://info.flclearinghouse.com