Intensive Family Support Case Worker

UCFS Healthcare; Bean Hill (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

UCFS Healthcare is seeking an IFP Case Worker to deliver intensive, home-based intervention services to DCF-referred families. The role focuses on preventing out-of-home placement, improving parenting, safety, and case management, and enhancing parent–child relationships.

The position requires 60–70% travel within UCFS’s IFP service area and community collaboration. Strong communication, organization, and a client-centered approach are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or closely related field.
• 3 years’ experience providing home-based services to DCF families including work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach and engagement to clients after referral and determine eligibility.
• Assess family strengths and needs to develop a care plan.
• Deliver weekly direct service hours, advocacy, referrals, and goal development with families.
• Participate in monthly joint sessions with Department of Children and Families.
• Maintain up-to-date case records and documentation.

Skills

Travel readiness

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Outlook

Client-centered approach

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

UCFS Healthcare is seeking an IFP Case Worker to deliver intensive, home-based intervention services to DCF-referred families. The role focuses on preventing out-of-home placement, improving parenting, safety, and case management, and enhancing parent–child relationships.

The position requires 60–70% travel within UCFS’s IFP service area and community collaboration. Strong communication, organization, and a client-centered approach are essential for success.