Intact Case Manager

One Hope United; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Intact Case Manager to provide essential in-home services aimed at maintaining family unity and preventing children from entering the foster care system. This role involves conducting assessments, developing strength-based service plans, and coordinating with community resources to ensure families receive the necessary support. The organization values professional development and offers a robust benefits package, including generous vacation time and tuition assistance, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families. Join a team that prioritizes growth and community impact!

Benefits

Generous Vacation Days

Tuition Assistance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services required.
• 1-2 years of experience in the field preferred.
• CWEL licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home services to assess child and family safety.
• Complete client assessments and develop service plans.
• Coordinate services with community resources.

Skills

Case Management

Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Human Services

Tools

SACWICS data system

Job description

We value our Hope Members. The pay needs to be right and relevant to the position. We conduct regular compensation analysis to reward our team fairly.

Generous Vacation

Work and life balance is important to us! Our Hope Members enjoy 10 holidays, up to 20 vacation days, 6 personal days, 5 sick days, and new to this year…1 mental health day.

Our package is robust with Allied Insurance (medical, dental, vision), 403b Retirement – 2% Contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options, Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance.

Tuition Assistance

We want Hope Members to learn and grow. We offer up to $2,500 annually in tuition reimbursement. OHU supports educational endeavors.

Professional Development

Our Hope Members strive for excellence in children and youth services. OHU supports them by providing opportunities to network and learn from leaders in the field at in-service days, conferences, and workshops.

We have a growth mindset. The OHU Promise is guiding us in significantly increasing services over the next six years. When a new or current position opens, we look first to advancing a Hope Member.

Position: Intact Case Manager

Location: Gurnee, IL

Job Id: 227-6326

# of Openings: 2

Intact Case Manager

$3000 Sign-On Bonus!

The Intact Family Services Case Manager provides in-home services to identify service needs while assessing child and family safety. Under the assigned supervisor, provides direct casework management, counseling, or mental health services to children and families within agencies, policies, and program context; utilizes human service principles in developing relationships, assessment, and development of service plans.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's in Human Services and or Related Field required

• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years Experience in Field preferred

• Licensure: CWEL - Child Welfare Licensure preferred

• Other: Auto Insurance, Drivers License, Physical Exam/TB

Job Duties Include:

• The case manager's tasks include completing client assessments, strength-based services plans, use of SACWICS data system, coordinating and facilitating services to community resources, crisis intervention services, assisting families in locating employment, housing, daycare, and assistance with meeting basic needs.
• Case managers also assist in arranging and/or providing transportation for families, such as school appointments, medical appointments, etc. Case managers will be required to participate in Court proceedings on behalf of the child and family which includes testimony and hearings, compiling court records, preparing case records as well as acting as a liaison with multiple public and private agencies to advocate and assist with services needs of families.
• Home-based Service experience and CWEL preferred.
• Ability to function well in a team environment and work well with outside collaterals. Resourceful in researching issues and developing solutions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate project management, organizational, and analytical skills. Interpersonal skills and effective communication skills: verbal, written and listening. Demonstrate documentation, presentation skills, problem-solving techniques, and ability to build professional relationships. Position will cover multiple counties.

Intact Family Services

Intact Family Services maintain and strengthen family units, by providing in-home services designed to prevent children from entering the foster care system. This program works with family strengths, monitors the family dynamics, provides linkages to community resources, assists with housing or school issues, and provides information regarding child development/age-appropriate behavior and discipline as well as general case management services. Emphasis is on child safety and keeping the family together. The program provides intensive in-home case management as well as 24-hour response to emergencies.

Services Offered

• Case management—Provide families with case managers, who monitor families weekly to ensure that the families are provided and linked with needed services.
• Linkage with substances abuse treatment programs— Referrals for both inpatient and outpatient drug treatment programs are available to all family members.
• In-home counseling—The program provides weekly counseling for adults, children, couples, and families. Intact also refers families to out-of-home counseling within the community.
• Community linkage services—Families are referred to a number of community-based services, including medical services, counseling, drug/alcohol treatment support groups, food pantries, housing, employment training and continuing education programs.

We Invest in You!

• Tuition assistance up to $2500 per year
• Up to 4 weeks paid Vacation Days; up to 6 paid Personal Days and up to 5 paid Sick days annually
• Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, health savings account, and short-term disability options
• Agency paid life up to $50K based on salary
• Voluntary Supplemental Life for Employee, Spouse, and Child(ren)
• Voluntary Legal Plans
• Agency paid long term after 1 year of employment
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Free LCSW and LCPC Supervision hours available in some locations

A Different Kind Of Employer One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?

• 800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Florida
• Fiscally stable, $50 Million agency-- strong since 1895
• Energetic leadership and a rich community of support

One Hope United does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. One Hope United participates in e Verify.

In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from One Hope United, you will be required to share proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. The requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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