Bilingual Case Manager - (English/Spanish)

Bethany Christian Services USA • Indianapolis, IN

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Bethany Christian Services is a faith-based organization dedicated to ensuring children are safe, loved, and connected through family. We strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and assist refugees across 29 states. This role is for a Transitional Foster Care Case Manager who will contribute to this mission by providing essential services to youth in care. Working at Bethany means joining a team of dedicated professionals united by a Christian mission and shared values: faith-motivated, supportive, justice-championing, excellence-pursuing, and committed for the long haul.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree in Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, or a Social Services field from an accredited college.
• Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of social work as acquired through a Bachelor’s level degree.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• Mature and stable judgment as well as sensitivity to various cultures and the unique history of refugees.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality.
• 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.
• 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.
• Exhibit integrity and good moral character to provide appropriate care.
• Possess the relevant experience and/or qualifications to work with these clients and clients with special needs; and, be properly trained and licensed, as necessary.
• Must be able to show proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route: TDap or Tdap: Complete primary vaccination series. If primary vaccination series completed in childhood, one Tdap dose in adulthood.
• Results of medical examination (as required by State Licensing, including results of TB tests and immunization records).
• 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.
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

Nice To Haves

• Child welfare and/or case management experience is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete trauma-focused initial intake assessment within 24 hours of arrival and ensure youth feel safe and are well oriented to the agency and foster home.
• Ensure that all assigned youth receive mandatory services while in care, including mental health, medical, recreational, educational, and other supportive services in accordance with program time expectations.
• Maintain accurate and current information on foster children in care, ensuring ORR and Bethany’s internal documentation practices and reporting requirements are met.
• Effectively lead the treatment team in conjunction with the youth’s therapist.
• Actively participate in weekly staff meetings with the treatment team and stakeholders.
• Attend, facilitate, and assist with providing ongoing education and support services to foster parents.
• Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, review case plans and direction, and evaluate client participation and progress.
• Co-lead education group sessions in conjunction with educational staff.
• Assist the licensing team in ensuring foster families are well trained and equipped to support the UC’s in their home.
• Schedule meetings with foster parents and foster children in the foster home on at least a monthly basis and address any concerns in service delivery.
• Translate both written and verbal communication for program clientele and staff, if bilingual.
• Maintain effective communication with community agencies or individuals involved in service provision.
• Attend internal and external training and apply newly gained knowledge in providing services.
• Attend and prepare for required court hearings (if applicable).
• Transport clients on an as needed basis.
• Keep abreast of community resources and refer families for support, 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.

Benefits

• Team environment with professionals motivated by faith, mutual support, pursuit of excellence, and long-term commitment.
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility.
• Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks).
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify.
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program.
• Employer paid long-term disability and group term life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level