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Family Advocate

The Center For Family Development•Columbia, TN
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About The Position

The Center for Family Development is seeking a case manager to work with children being raised by relatives who have custody, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and siblings. The position works closely with caregivers and children in their homes across local counties, helping families access tools, resources, and support to keep children out of the foster care system, build resilience, and overcome barriers to care. The role is based at the Center’s Columbia, Tennessee office and involves case management across seven surrounding counties. It is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a stated Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The position permits a flexible schedule and includes approximately two to three evening home visits after school, occasional Saturday work, extensive travel to client homes, and substantial case documentation. The position has no on-call requirement. The employer offers mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile.

Requirements

  • At least two years of case management experience.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • Ability to commute to and work across up to seven surrounding counties.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in social work.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct monthly in-home visits with all eligible children in the family home.
  • Facilitate quarterly caregiver support groups.
  • Provide family advocacy and crisis intervention.
  • Provide information about applying for TANF, SNAP, and the Child Only Grant.
  • Help families locate birth certificates, Social Security cards, and insurance cards.
  • Provide emergent financial assistance to caregivers.
  • Complete case documentation and occasional ongoing training.
  • Travel to client homes throughout the surrounding region.

Benefits

  • HSA or 401(k) monthly contribution after 90 days.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • Paid holidays upon hire.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Paid birthdays.
  • Quarterly paid R&R day off.
  • Work from home one day per week.
  • Mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile.

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Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

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