Foster Care Case Manager - Genesee & Surrounding Counties
About The Position
We’re Hiring: Foster Care Case Manager – Genesee & surrounding counties. In this role, you’ll empower parents with tools to build stronger relationships and create lasting, positive family change. Join our team as a Full-Time Foster Care Case Manager! Welcome to Samaritas Nation! Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides. #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human service field.
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Empathetic and a great communicator
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Unrestricted valid driver’s license with good driving record.
- Reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served; proof of current automobile insurance.
Nice To Haves
- Licensed by the State of Michigan preferred.
- One year experience in child welfare, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assume primary responsibility for all cases on assigned caseload.
- Provide a range of case management, including social casework, engagement, mentoring, and community referral.
- Collect, assess and document appropriate data and client progress.
- Assume responsibility for and complete documentation, reports, statistics, and assignments within required time frames and as required.
- Work collaboratively with referral sources, agencies, institutions and individuals who have pertinent roles in client’s life situation.
- Prepare for and attend all scheduled court hearings on assigned caseload.
- Take primary responsibility for intake and initial placement services for all newly referred cases.
- Coordinate placement arrangements with caregivers, including transportation of children as needed.
- Provide more intensive supportive casework services to child, birth family, and caregiver during initial placement and replacement.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
