Family Case Manager - Protect & Reunite Children

Indiana; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Public employee retirement options

Paid leave and holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

The Family Case Manager at the Department Of Child Services in South Bend, Indiana works to protect children and support families in St. Joseph County and surrounding areas.

You will conduct home visits, develop case plans, coordinate resources, testify in court, and ensure proper documentation for agency reporting. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human services, with multiple pathways described in the posting, along with knowledge of social work and family

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in human services roles across family support settings.
• Knowledge of social work principles and family services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate reported incidents of child abuse or neglect and determine disposition.
• Assess risk to the child and determine need for removal to protected environment.
• Perform needs assessments and develop treatment options for families and children.
• Prepare reports for court and agency, and develop informal adjustment plans.

Education

Bachelor's degree, or

Associate degree with two years of human services experience

30 college credits with four years human services experience

5+ years of human services experience

Job description

The Family Case Manager at the Department Of Child Services in South Bend, Indiana works to protect children and support families in St. Joseph County and surrounding areas.

You will conduct home visits, develop case plans, coordinate resources, testify in court, and ensure proper documentation for agency reporting. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human services, with multiple pathways described in the posting, along with knowledge of social work and family