Foster Care Case Manager

Sevita • New Bedford, MA

3d

About The Position

The Foster Care Case Manager facilitates and provides case management and counseling services to an assigned caseload. The role assesses referred individuals and leads development, coordination, and evaluation of service plans in conjunction with the treatment team, funding source, and key stakeholders. It maintains complete and current records in accordance with corporate, contractual, and regulatory standards, and provides ongoing monitoring and consultation to mentors on service plan implementation, including pre-service introductions and continuing education.

For caseloads that include mentor individuals, the Case Manager conducts mentor and family home visits and mentor group meetings as required. The role also assists with emergency coverage and crisis intervention, participates in a rotational on-call system, supports legal, licensing, regulatory, and certification activities as needed, and contributes to building an active network of mentors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field.
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Licensure and training as required by state, such as CPR, First Aid, and Behavioral Intervention Techniques.
• Reliable, responsible attitude and compassionate approach.
• Commitment to quality.

Nice To Haves

• One year of work-related experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injury, youth placed at risk, or similar populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and counseling services to an assigned individual caseload.
• Assess referred individuals and lead development, coordination, and evaluation of service plans with the treatment team, funding source, and key stakeholders.
• Maintain current and complete records in accordance with corporate, contractual, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and consult with mentors regarding implementation of service plans, including pre-service introductions and continuing education.
• Conduct mentor and family home visits and mentor group meetings as required for caseloads that include mentor individuals.
• Assist with emergency coverage and crisis intervention support, including participation in a rotational on-call system.
• Assist with legal, licensing, regulatory, and certification activities as needed.
• Participate in activities designed to enhance and build an active network of mentors.

Benefits

• Full compensation and benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
• Meaningful, complex work alongside a team of co-workers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time