Foster Care Case Manager

Sevita•Merrillville, IN

About The Position

Indiana Mentor, a part of the Sevita family, provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system. Through our personalized programming, we help youth gain stability, comfort and confidence to overcome all challenges and live well. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived. Case Manager Foster Care Indiana MENTOR introduces our Child and Family Services division. As Case Manager you will provide support to children and foster families within the Merrillville market. Coordinate the development, review, and implementation of services, case management, behavior intervention plans, and treatments provided to individuals served. Oversee all services provided to individuals and their families, monitor quality of care delivered, ensure compliance with contractual terms, and monitor regulatory program compliance. Assist in the development of quality services and engaging activities that meet the individual served needs. Build and maintain relationships with families and external case managers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.
At least one year child welfare experience.
Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.
A commitment to quality in everything you do.
One year of related work experience working with the population served preferred (i.e. Brain Injury, IDD, ARY, etc.)
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
For the state of Ohio: oBachelor’s degree required, with one year of experience
For the state of South Carolina: oBachelor’s degree in a human services field and having a minimum of three years of experience with the population served.
For the state of Pennsylvania: oFor IDD Services- Two years of experience in the IDD field
Other trainings as required by state such as CPR, First Aid, Behavioral Intervention Techniques, etc.
QMRP/QIDDP designation as required by state.
For ABI Services: oLicensure as required by state.
State background checks as required.

Responsibilities

Assesses referred clients and coordinates the development of a service plan in conjunction with a treatment team and funding source in accordance with Corporate, contractual, and regulatory standards.
Coordinates and evaluates the service plan implementation
Ensures all necessary and routine medical and dental appointments are scheduled and completed
Coordinates the development, review, and revision of programs and behavior intervention plans.
Provides, monitors, and assures that comprehensive support services and oversight are provided on an on-going basis
Schedules and/or provides opportunities with, or assists in providing resources for Mentors to schedule and/or provide opportunities, for quality training, recreation and leisure activities with consideration for choice, preference and age-appropriateness.
Maintains current and complete client reporting records in accordance with Corporate and regulatory standards.
Assists with all legal, licensing, regulatory and certification activities as needed.
Depending on individual programs, may coordinate appropriate training and development for staff, as well as maintaining staff schedules.
Assists with pre-service and in-service training to staff.
May assist in Mentor training, planning and development.
May maintain current records for all independent contractors on caseload including training, monthly and annual mentor contract compliance forms, respite and support plans, and tracking of respite support work.
May secure individual Mentor contracts, complete annual contract reviews for Mentors, and provide timely information as to any changes in client status and status of Mentor homes to management.
May be responsible for managing and responding to calls after normal business hours of assigned clients.
Performs other related duties and activities as required.

Benefits

Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

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