Supervisor Case Management E4

ChildNet, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in community-based care is seeking a dedicated supervisor to oversee case management operations. This role involves guiding and supporting a team of Dependency Case Managers, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission, and facilitating child placement permanency. With a commitment to improving the lives of abused, abandoned, and neglected children, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant difference in the community. If you have a passion for human services and a background in child welfare, this is the perfect chance to elevate your career while contributing to a noble cause.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Human Services or Child Welfare programs.
• Previous experience as a Case Manager is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises day-to-day operations of case management functions.
• Trains and motivates Dependency Case Managers to achieve objectives.
• Acts as a liaison with the Department of Children and Families.

Skills

Human Services

Child Welfare programs

Case Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Master’s Degree

Child Welfare Professional Certification

Job description

Fort Lauderdale, FL
1100 W McNab Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, USA

ChildNet, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit community-based care (CBC) agency servicing Broward and Palm Beach County. We are contracted with the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, to provide case management support to abused, abandoned, and neglected children. ChildNet is nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) and employs over 450 staff at its location in Ft Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, Florida.

Job Summary: This position supervises the day-to-day operations of the case management functions of ChildNet providing guidance and support to Dependency Case Managers.

The items listed below are intended to provide an overview of the essential functions of the job. This is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that the position may be required to provide.

• Hires, trains, and motivates Dependency Case Managers under their supervision in accomplishing work objectives as assigned.
• Provides guidance, review, and assistance in the completion of court reports done by Dependency Case Managers.
• Supports Dependency Case Managers in the identification and removal of administrative obstacles to child placement permanency towards moving all such cases forward.
• Ensures that work objectives assigned to team members are in alignment with the organization’s values and mission.
• Ensures that all record-keeping and documentation efforts, as well as child advocate court report preparation and relevant statistics, are maintained in accordance with laws and organization practices.
• Attends and participates in meetings as assigned. This may include permanency conferences, advocate continuing education programs, and court hearings.
• Provides timely notification of staff assignments, meetings, and court hearings to Dependency Case Managers.
• Acts as the primary liaison and contact with the Department of Children and Families and other agencies related to the internal Dependency Case Management team, which they supervise daily.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills/Requirements:

Years of Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience in Human Services or Child Welfare programs.
• Previous experience as a Case Manager.

Education/Licenses/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Child Welfare Professional Certification.

ChildNet is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, sex, age, religion, color, disability, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, veterans' status or military service obligation, medical condition, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression and any other status protected by applicable law. Including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and CFOP 60-10, Chapter 4. ChildNet is also a Drug-Free Workplace (DFWP).