Case Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : Case Manager

Location : Lawrence, KS

Position Summary :

The Case Manager is responsible for delivering comprehensive case management services to children and families, with a focus on ensuring safety, achieving permanency, and promoting overall well-being. This role involves direct engagement with clients, caregivers, and community partners to coordinate services and support.

Education & Experience Requirements :

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a human services-related field is required

Previous experience working with children and family services is preferred

Licensure & Certifications :

Valid driver’s license

Proof of valid auto insurance

Must be at least 21 years of age

Licensure by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB) is preferred

Key Responsibilities :

Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and an understanding of families’ lived experiences, including factors such as trauma, poverty, developmental stages, gender, race, ethnicity, and language

Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clients, caregivers, placement providers, the Department for Children and Families (DCF), colleagues, and other community partners

Communicate relevant and appropriate information with families and professionals in a timely manner

Provide in-home and community-based services including :

Observation of caregiver-child interactions

Maintenance and development of family and community connections

Resource coordination

On-call crisis intervention and safety planning

Life skills training

Transportation of clients

Administration of drug screenings

Advocate for clients based on comprehensive assessments and ongoing evaluations. Advocacy efforts may include :

Providing testimony in court

Attending school and service coordination meetings

Facilitating access to mental health and other support services

Complete thorough and timely documentation, including :

Case notes and logs

Comprehensive assessments

Court reports and social histories

Join Our Team :

If you are a dedicated professional committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive, mission-driven environment where your contributions are valued.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are welcome.