Case Manager - Foster Care

The Villages of Indiana•Evansville, IN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Case Manager will act as a team member by conducting home visits to ensure the safety and stability of children placed in foster homes. This role involves building relationships using a strength-based approach with families and children, partnering with referring agencies, schools, and community resources to serve their needs, and effectively responding to crises. The Villages of Indiana offers a team-oriented environment for case managers, social workers, and other child, family, and social services professionals with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits package. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The Villages of Indiana, Inc. will honor all experiences, perspectives, and unique identities to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. Together, The Villages strives to foster working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. The Villages is Indiana�s largest private non-profit provider of Child and Family services, including Foster Care. The Villages champions every child�s right to a safe, permanent, and nurturing home. We are committed to strengthening all families and embracing the dignity and diversity of every child, youth and family served.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree
If degree is a Bachelor's in Social Work than licensure is required

Nice To Haves

3 years of supervised, paid casework experience
1 year of supervised, paid casework experience at an LCPA or DCS
1 year of graduate training in a recognized school of social work

Responsibilities

Conducting home visits to ensure the safety and stability of children placed in foster homes.
Building relationships while using a strength-based approach with the families and children.
Partnering with referring agencies, schools, community resources, to serve the needs of families and children.
Effectively responding to crises.