Case Manager - Foster Care

villages; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Villages of Indiana is seeking a Case Manager-Foster Care to support foster parents, children, and youth. The role involves home visits, relationship-building with families, and coordinating with schools and community resources to meet needs.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree (licensure required if the degree is in Social Work) and has relevant experience in child welfare or related settings. Benefits package included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; licensure required if the degree is in Social Work.
• Experience in foster care, child welfare, or related settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to ensure safety and stability of children in foster care.
• Build relationships with families using a strength-based approach.
• Partner with referring agencies, schools and community resources to serve families and children.
• Respond effectively to crises as needed.

Skills

Case management

Crisis response

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree; licensure if degree is in Social Work

Job description

Case Manager-Foster Care

Salary: $43,500 - $48,500

Do you enjoy helping children reach their full potential? If so, we want you to be our next case manager to provide services to foster parents, children, and youth.

The Case Manager will act as a team member by:

• Conducting home visits to ensure the safety and stability of children placed in foster homes.
• Building relationships while using a strength-based approach with the families and children.
• Partnering with referring agencies, schools, community resources, to serve the needs of families and children.
• Effectively responding to crises.

Position Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree
  • If degree is a Bachelor's in Social Work than licensure is required

Preferred Experience:

• At least one of the following:
  • 3 years of supervised, paid casework experience
  • 1 year of supervised, paid casework experience at an LCPA or DCS
  • 1 year of graduate training in a recognized school of social work

The Villages of Indiana offers a team-oriented environment for case managers, social workers, and other child, family, and social services professionals with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits package.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The Villages of Indiana, Inc. will honor all experiences, perspectives, and unique identities to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. Together, The Villages strives to foster working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The Villages is Indiana’s largest private non-profit provider of Child and Family services, including Foster Care. The Villages champions every child’s right to a safe, permanent, and nurturing home. We are committed to strengthening all families and embracing the dignity and diversity of every child, youth and family served.