Youth Independence Case Manager: Foster Care Advocate

Samaritas; Rockford (MI); Vor Ort; USD 47.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Samaritas in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring a Youth Independence Case Manager to provide advocacy and support for youth in foster care. You will manage your own caseload, collaborate with families and community partners, and advocate for services to ensure safe, stable environments.

Required are a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field, Michigan licensure preferred, and at least 1 year of child welfare experience. Strong documentation and independent work skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field is required.
• State licensure in Michigan is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in child welfare is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently while managing a dynamic caseload.

Aufgaben

• Manage a caseload of foster care cases, providing ongoing support and advocacy.
• Build relationships with children, caregivers, and families to support stability and well-being.
• Offer guidance, referrals, and mentoring to those involved in each case.
• Coordinate initial placements and changes in placement; prepare for and attend court hearings.
• Maintain accurate case records and track client progress; ensure compliance with program standards.

Kenntnisse

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Independent work capability

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field

Jobbeschreibung

Samaritas in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring a Youth Independence Case Manager to provide advocacy and support for youth in foster care. You will manage your own caseload, collaborate with families and community partners, and advocate for services to ensure safe, stable environments.

Required are a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field, Michigan licensure preferred, and at least 1 year of child welfare experience. Strong documentation and independent work skills are essential.