Foster Care Case Manager

Bethany Christian Services; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer 3

Generous paid time off

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Employer paid long-term disability

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services in Michigan is seeking a Foster Care Case Manager to join our team and support foster parents and children in care. You will train, equip, and help connect foster families to community resources to meet the child’s needs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, at least one year of case management experience, and the ability to obtain required state certifications. Strong communication and crisis intervention skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 1 year of case management experience in child and family services.
• Must be able to obtain state certifications as required by the program.

Responsibilities

• Support foster parents and the child in their care.
• Train and equip foster parents to connect with community resources.
• Maintain confidentiality and documentation to meet program and agency standards.

Skills

Communication

Crisis intervention

Independence

Confidentiality

Tech skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.

As a Foster Care Case Manager, you’ll be part of a foster parent’s Bethany team, supporting them and the child in their care. You’ll train, equip, and help connect foster parents to community resources to meet the child’s needs.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college;
• At least one (1) year of prior case management experience in child and family services;
• Hold or be willing to obtain state certifications as required by the program;
• Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of human service as acquired through a Bachelor’s level degree;
• Demonstrate an understanding of the effects that separation and loss, neglect, physical and sexual abuse has on a child;
• Knowledge of state, community and agency resources;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills;
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Adheres to all agency and departmental safety procedures including reporting any unsafe practices, equipment and environment, and takes an active role in correcting the unsafe practice, equipment or environment through proper notification channels;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

We Invest in You

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursueexcellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health insurance(medical,dental,andvision)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generoustimeoff(11paidholidays,PTOYourWay,paidparentalleave,separatesickandpaidabsencebanks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employerpaidlong-termdisabilityandgroup termlifeinsurance