Refugee & Immigrant Case Manager

Bethany; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Generous time off (11 paid holidays,/P

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Training and career growth

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services in Paw Paw, MI is seeking a Case Manager to work with unaccompanied children and families, guiding reunification and sponsorship efforts. The role requires culturally sensitive case management, coordination with stakeholders, and adherence to contract timelines.

Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Human Services and a Master’s in a related field, plus 1 year in child welfare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Behavioral Sciences, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in social work with child welfare and/or case management preferred.
• Bilingual English and a second language preferred.
• Strong ability to communicate cross-culturally and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally sensitive case management to refugee and immigrant children within contract timelines.
• Maintain up-to-date client files and ensure service delivery per partner handbooks.
• Complete paperwork within contract guidelines and coordinate with supervisor on case plans.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and coordinate with stakeholders on sponsorship and reunification.
• Oversee intake and discharge processes and provide transportation as needed.
• Stay informed on agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services.
• May participate in Bethany-sponsored events and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cross-cultural communication

Strong communication

Case management

Crisis intervention

Driving / transportation coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Master’s degree in Human Services / Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Social Services - Refugee & Immigrant Program

Requisition Number: CASEM001727

• Posted : October 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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MI-Paw Paw-919 E Michigan
Paw Paw, MI 49079, USA

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 Case Manager, you’ll walk alongside unaccompanied children as they seek family reunification, older youth preparing for adulthood in a new country, and foster families who give these children a home away from home.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Provide culturally sensitive case management services to refugee and immigrant children during the defined timeframe from their arrival to the United States;
• Maintain up-to-date information in client files as required by stakeholders;
• Ensure delivery of services as described in partner organizations' handbook and contractual agreement;
• Complete paperwork within appropriate time frames based on contract guidelines;
• Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, and to review case plan and direction;
• Attend weekly and monthly internal staff meetings with stakeholders to review case plan and direction;
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support the sponsorship process for minors reunifying with identified sponsor; this includes scheduling and leading weekly reunification staffing meetings;
• Oversee the intake and discharge processes for clients entering and exiting the program in collaboration with internal treatment team;
• Meet with clients weekly and provide transportation to clients, as needed;
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Behavioral Sciences, or a Social Sciences field from an accredited college;
• Master’s level degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field of study from an accredited college, preferred;
• At least one (1) year of experience in social work with child welfare and/or case management, preferred;
• Bilingual: English and a second language, preferred;
• Sensitivity in communicating and developing cross-cultural relationships;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Must be a team player and highly collaborative;
• Demonstrated clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills;
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule which may include evening airport arrival and weekend home visits, when necessary;
• 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 of 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 insurance coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident;
• Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization;
• Must be able to show proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route:
• Varicella: two doses of varicella vaccine (at least four weeks apart) OR born in the United States before 1980 with a reported history of chickenpox (verified by an adult present at the time of illness) OR titers indicating varicella immunity OR documentation from a healthcare provider verifying previous infection.
• MMR: two doses of MMR vaccine (at least four weeks apart) OR titers indicating immunity to all three diseases.
• TDap or Tdap: Complete primary vaccination series. If primary vaccination series completed in childhood, one Tdap dose in adulthood.
• Influenza: one dose annually during flu season;
• 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
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generoustimeoff(11paidholidays,PTOYour Way,paidparentalleave,separatesickandpaidabsencebanks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program

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