UC Case Manager

Bethany Christian Services USA • Grand Rapids, MI

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact. As an UC Case Manager, you’ll walk alongside unaccompanied children and unaccompanied refugee minors who have fled for their lives and need you to use your unique gifts and talents to protect children, empower youth, and strengthen families in your community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree in Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, or a Social Services field from an accredited college
• At least one (1) year of prior case management experience in child and family services
• Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of social work as acquired through a Bachelor’s level degree
• Demonstrated ability to service a difference group of clients, to include refugees or other minority families
• Mature and stable judgment as well as sensitivity to various cultures and the unique history of refugees
• Knowledge of state, community and agency resources for victims of abuse
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality
• Adheres to all agency and departmental safety procedures including reporting any unsafe practices, equipment and environment, and takes an active role in correcting the unsafe practice, equipment or environment through proper notification channels
• Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident
• Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

Nice To Haves

• Bi-lingual English and Spanish, strongly preferred
• Previous experience conducting home studies, strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate comprehensive case management services
• Maintain a caseload in compliance with contract terms and agency expectations
• Maintain a home study caseload in compliance with contract terms and agency expectations
• Assess potential placements for Unaccompanied Children (UC), to include but not limited to interviews and home study investigations
• Perform home study assessments to include calls, interviews, home visits, and accompaniment to community resources, as needed
• Complete and document all required reports, case notes, and case contacts in the appropriate database in accordance with the expected timeframes and requirements
• Provide psycho-educational information, referrals, outreach, advocacy, and support to children and families
• Assess the safety and appropriateness of the placement on an ongoing basis using child welfare principles and social work best practices
• Serve clients within the entire state of their respective branch as assigned
• Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, and to review case plan and direction
• Keep abreast of community resources and refer families for support, as needed
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services

Benefits

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO YourWay, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employer paid long-term disability and group term life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level