Case Manager - Foster Care

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

Job summary

The Villages of Indiana, Inc. is seeking a Case Manager for Foster Care to support foster parents, children, and youth. You will conduct home visits to assess safety and stability, build strengths-based relationships, and coordinate with schools and community partners.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree (licensure required if a Bachelor’s in Social Work). Preferred experience includes at least 3 years of supervised, paid casework or 1 year in an LCPA/DCS setting, or 1 year of graduate

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

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.