Family Case Manager

Milwaukee Succeeds; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Milwaukee is looking for a Family Case Manager. This role involves managing families, assisting with court processes, and developing service plans to meet clients' needs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of case work experience. The organization promotes equal opportunity and encourages diverse candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of case work experience in a social service agency.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of families and provide case management services.
• Assist families with court hearings and school meetings.
• Develop and implement appropriate service plans for clients.

Skills

Case management

Family support

Court preparation

Assessment and planning

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work, Human Services, Sociology, or Psychology

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army Emergency Lodge provides a wide variety of services to those in need. Since 1979, the 120-bed Emergency Lodge, located at 1730 N 7th St. in Milwaukee, has provided emergency shelter to homeless individuals and families with children. More than 80% of residents successfully move from shelter to safe, affordable housing each year. If you want to help make a difference by serving your community and helping those in need, apply now!

The Family Case Manager provides case management services to families referred by Coordinated Entry, including multigenerational, LGBTQ, two parents, and blended and single parent families. Identifies the practical, physical and psychosocial needs of each family member.

About the role:

• Manages a caseload of families (parents, children, extended family members)
• Accompanies families and assists in preparation for court hearings for Children's Court, Municipal, and Milwaukee County.
• Attends school meetings, gives input and helps create IEP (Individualized Education Plan).
• Coordinates and contacts CPS (Child Protective Services) if needed to investigate abuse and neglect within families.
• Assists with reunification plans of families referred from CPS.
• Manages the social security income application process for individual adult and child family members by attending court hearings, completing applications and obtaining medical records.
• Completes interviews with clients (families), family members, service providers, employers and others to obtain information for formulating program/service eligibility and case status.
• Identifies psychosocial, economic and physical needs of family clients; assesses and reassesses client\'s support systems, available community resources and other factors to plan, develop, and implement an appropriate service plan.
• Develops and implements a case plan that presents intervention strategies to meet client needs including alternative placement, job training, socialization, nursing services, legal and medical intervention and financial assistance according to State and federal regulatory guidelines and budget limitations.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor\'s in Social Work, Human Services, Sociology, or Psychology.

Experience: Two years case work experience in a social service agency, or fieldwork.

Certifications

Certifications: Valid Wisconsin Driver\'s license with clearance to drive from The Salvation Army\'s insurance carrier. Territorial Casework Certification completion within one year of hire.

Equal Opportunity

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.