High Acuity Foster Care Case Management Specialist
About The Position
We are seeking a High Acuity Case Management Specialist to join our team. Your role will have a high degree of autonomy in carrying out case management services as required by contract/licensing/funding body/accreditation requirements. You will exercise discretion and independent judgment in making decisions on the overall management and delivery of services to children on their caseload, aimed at achieving safety, permanency, and well-being. You will serve as the legal guardian of the children on their caseload, making decisions and recommendations—occasionally on an emergency basis—to ensure the safety and welfare of those children. As a member of the Kansas Foster Care Case Management Services team, you will work with 5 other team members and report to our Manager of High Acuity Permanency Services.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of work experience in child welfare arena
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or other related field is required.
- At least 21 years of age
- Pass background check, physical and drug screening
- A valid driver’s license in the state you reside in
- Proof of current vehicle insurance
- Reliable transportation
Responsibilities
- Engage in family finding to identify and take advantage of relative/kinship placement options for children in care
- Continually analyzes and assesses each family and child situation on an individual basis, using advanced knowledge in child welfare to develop recommendations regarding supportive services and resources each child and family needs
- Facilitate service planning with the child, family, and other treatment team members in accordance with Cornerstones of Care and DCF policy
- Coordinate any supportive services and resources children under case management services may need to ensure timely and efficient service delivery
Benefits
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Leave
- Health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
- Cafeteria plans (Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts)
- Ancillary insurance benefits (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, short-term disability insurance, voluntary life)
- Long-term disability insurance
- Basic term life/AD&D insurance
- Retirement savings plan (401K) with employer match
- Pet Insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
