Case Manager

Job Description

Job Description

BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE

Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults from day one.

Firefly Children & Family Alliance is looking for a full time Home-based Case Manager in Crawfordsville, Indiana. This position will primarily serve Montgomery County, with occasional coverage in Putnam and Boone counties as needed. Case Managers provide services to families in their homes on a routine basis to assist them in obtaining their goals. You will need to provide education and support to these families and transportation. You will support your clients by attending court, responding to crisis and stabilizing family functioning. This field-based position is employed by the Plainfield Office and involves working in the community, with some travel to Plainfield and Indianapolis required.

You Will :

Family Progress - Monitoring and Coaching (50%)

Coach collaboratively – maintaining a balance between teaching and serving

Visit each youth / family on a routine and 'pop in' schedule

Assist youth / families in achieving their goals

Provide education and support to youth / families

Provide transportation to youth / families

Attend court with clients and render recommendations

Communicate with schools and multiple institutions related to youth / family matters

Respond to all crisis calls and manage those situations

Service Plans / Goal Development (20%)

Create plans, including goals, for each youth / family

Update plans and goals

Develop relationships with agencies in the community

Work with other social welfare agencies

Intake and Needs Assessment (15%)

Determine 'crisis' situations

Visit each youth / family to gather necessary information to complete the assessment

Follow Firefly Children & Family Alliance professional standards

Report (15%)

Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards

Prepare written reports for the Department of Child Services / Probation office within identified time frames

You Have :

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• A valid driver's license and insurance with no more than 6 points on driving record
• Travel between appointments to service clients within their community
• Knowledgeable regarding social service systems within the state
• Knowledge of and adherence to current confidentiality practices
• Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences
• Develop relevant networks of contacts

Our Benefits :

Equal Employment Opportunity :

Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.

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