Case Manager - Shelter

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Firefly Children and Family Alliance in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Case Manager to advocate for at-risk children and families, coordinating with internal teams and community agencies to provide shelter care, needs assessments, prevention, intervention, and progress monitoring.

A Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field is required; travel between appointments is expected; a valid driver's license and insurance are required; strong communication and confidentiality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field.
• Ability to travel between appointments to support communities.
• A valid driver's license and insurance.
• Knowledge of social service systems within the state.
• Clear, effective communication and adherence to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Client Progress - Monitoring and Coaching (50%): Coach collaboratively and support families/youth to achieve their goals.
• Service Plans / Goal Development (20%): Develop and update case plans and monitor placement progress.
• Intake and Needs Assessment (15%): Complete initial assessments and determine crisis situations.
• Reporting (15%): Maintain case files and prepare required written reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Cultural sensitivity

Knowledge of social service systems

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, 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 currently seeking aCase ManagerinIndianapolis, IN.Our Case Managers collaborate with our internal team and community agencies to directly advocate for at-risk children and families by offering emergency shelter care, providing critical needs assessments, prevention and intervention services, and progress monitoring.

Our Benefits:

• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance
• Over 150 hours of PTO first year and 12 paid holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance

Responsibilities

Client Progress - Monitoring and Coaching (50%)

• Coach Collaboratively - maintaining a balance between teaching and Coaching.
• Assist Families/Youth in obtaining their goals.
• Provide Education and support to your Respite Families/Youth.
• Provide Transportation to Families/Youth as needed.
• Communicate with schools and various institutions related to Families/Youth.
• Respond to all crisis calls when on call and manage/staff those situations.

Service Plans / Goal Development (20%)

• Request DCS case plans.
• Review and update plans and goals.
• Placement updates - communicate with FCMs on placement progress.
• Develop network of relationships with agencies in the community & participate in CFTM's (Child & Family Team meetings).
• Work collaboratively with other social welfare agencies & Shelter NACS liaison.
• Refer when appropriate to community agencies based on needs.

Intake and Needs Assessment (15%)

• Support Assistant Director with management of Intake Process.
• Complete Initial needs assessment and Determine Crisis Situations.
• Tier Support.
• CANS support.
• Ensure Data Tracking- RHYMIS/HMIS.
• Adhere to and follow Children's Bureau professional standards.

Reporting (15%)

• Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards.
• Prepare written reports for the Department of Child Services / Probation office/RHYMIS within identified timeframes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field is required.
• Ability to travel between appointments in order to support the children and families in the community.
• A valid driver's license and insurance.
• Knowledgeable regarding social service systems within the state.
• Clear, effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of and adherence to current confidentiality practices.
• Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences.
• Ability to develop and maintain relevant networks of key contacts.
• Adept prioritization and time management abilities.

In terms of experience, we prefer that you have one to two years in child welfare or similar field.