child and family case manager

StepStone Family & Youth Services

<div>Our Company:
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StepStone Family &amp; Youth Services</div><div></div>
Overview:
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StepStone Family &amp; Youth Services provides trauma informed, youth centered services to children and families involved in foster care. The Foster Care Case Manager plays a vital role in supporting youth and foster families through service coordination, advocacy, and individualized support that promotes safety, stability, permanency, and positive outcomes.</div><div></div><div><br>
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Foster Care Case Manager who is passionate about supporting children and families through trauma informed, strengths based, and family centered practices. This role is ideal for a professional who understands the impact of trauma, loss, and disrupted family systems and is committed to helping youth and families build resilience and long term success.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Foster Care Case Manager works closely with foster families, biological families, treatment teams, schools, community providers, and referral sources to support placement stability, emotional wellbeing, and coordinated care for youth in foster care. Through ongoing communication, advocacy, and service planning, this position helps ensure youth and families receive responsive and supportive services tailored to their unique needs.</div><div></div><div><br>
The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, empathetic, and committed to delivering high quality services while maintaining professionalism, compliance, and a trauma informed approach throughout all aspects of service delivery.</div>
Responsibilities:
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The Foster Care Case Manager works under the supervision of the Program Manager. They are responsible for the delivery of case management services, individual and family counseling and training and supervision of foster families. The Foster Care Case Manager assists the Program Manager in developing individual treatment plans for troubled children and their families. They maintain weekly contact with the foster families, children, and bio-families and monitors the progress of the child and family throughout the placement. They assist with training, home studies, and evaluation of foster parents. The Foster Care Case Manager uses standardized tools to measure social and emotional progress and outcomes and prepares written treatment plans and progress reports.</p><p>
PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIP: The Foster Care Case Manager makes decisions regarding the placement and treatment of neglected, abused, disturbed, and medically complex children. He or she will have good verbal and writing skills. They will be capable of working with children, parents, foster parents, client agencies and the courts. The Foster Care Case Manager will be creative, pragmatic, assertive, and know when to act independently and when to seek the advice of others.</p><p>
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES. The position includes, but is not limited to, the following:
</p><ul><li>Reviews referrals and matches children with appropriate foster families.</li><li>
Places children in state licensed or state certified foster homes.</li><li>
Obtains all state and agency required documentation for child in care.</li><li>
Provides weekly documented contact and at bi-weekly visits to child and foster home.</li><li>
Visits each assigned child at least once each month away from the foster home.</li><li>
Prepares a treatment plan for the child within 21 days of placement and quarterly thereafter.</li><li>
Prepares monthly progress reports for assigned children.</li><li>
Provides Independent Living training and monthly ILP progress reports for assigned clients.</li><li>
Provides reunification services to the biological families when required by treatment plan.</li><li>
Coordinates visitation of children with biological parents, siblings, and relatives.</li><li>
Provides supervised visits with parents, siblings, and relative when required by court.</li><li>
Acts as liaison person with placing agencies, schools, and other community agencies.</li><li>
Attends court hearings and review hearings.</li><li>
Attends staff meetings and treatment planning meetings as required.</li><li>
Completes interviews, training and home studies on prospective foster parents as needed.</li><li>
Attends conferences and seminars as required for annual training requirement.</li><li>
Conducts/participates in two or more foster parent support group meetings each year.</li><li>
Maintains flexible working hours and works weekends or holidays as needed.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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The Foster Care Case Manager has a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling, or related human services field and two years&rsquo; experience working with children and families. A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling, or related human services field and five years&rsquo; experience with a placing agency working with troubled children and families may be consider in lieu of a graduate degree.</div>
About our Line of Business: StepStone Family and Youth Services, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides the full spectrum of support to children in need of alternative, safer, and more positive living environments with residential and family services. StepStone connects children and youth who need homes with foster families, as well as foster care training, respite care and support services. For young adults transitioning from foster care to independent living, StepStone provides personalized guidance and training on basic life skills, including money management and education. For more information, please visit www.stepstoneyouth.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Salary Range: USD $50,000.00 - $52,000.00 / Year</div>

Foster Care Case Manager

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care

<div><ul><li>Provide case management services for children ages 11 &ndash; 21 with mental health and/or co-occurring disorders as part of the Children&rsquo;s Community Action Treatment (CAT) Team in Charlotte County.</li><li>
Provide services in the community; including school, home, etc.
</li><li>Interact with community partners and other stakeholders, as appropriate.
</li><li>Hours include evenings and on-call, as necessary or assigned.</li><li>
Conduct assessments, create treatment plans, coordinate and provide treatment and supportive services to children and their families.
</li><li>Provide appropriate referrals for additional services and resources, as identified.
</li><li>Provide support and advocate for children and family&rsquo;s rights and needs.</li><li>
Assist with development of natural support system(s).</li></ul><p>
</p><p><b>Benefits</b></p><p><b>
Full-time</b></p><ul><li>
Dental, vision, health, and life insurance.
</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP).</li><li>
Employer sponsored contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA), with qualifying insurance plan.</li><li>
Paid Time Off (PTO).
</li><li>11 paid holidays.</li></ul><p><b>
Must meet eligibility requirements</b></p><ul><li>
403b Retirement Plan, with 9% employer contribution for those who meet eligibility requirements.
</li><li>Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible, and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) loan repayment eligible for qualifying staff</li></ul><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in human services field.
</li><li>Minimum one (1) year experience working with children and families.</li><li>
Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of children with mental health concerns, families, and family systems preferred.</li><li>
Ability to perform repetitive tasks.</li><li>
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
</li><li>Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all driving conditions.</li><li>
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.</li><li>
Ability to pass a level II Background clearance and drug test.
</li><li>Valid FL drivers&rsquo; license, insurance, and safe driving record.
</li><li>Dependable transportation (registered, safe operating conditions, etc.).
</li><li>Must maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, while adhering to agency policies and procedures.</li><li>
Ability to use a computer.</li><li>
Attention to detail.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, in collaboration with other community partners.</li><li>
Ability to manage stressful situations and display appropriate work demeanor and boundaries.</li><li>
Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service.
</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills.</li></ul><p>
For more information regarding the Level II Background Screening click here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com</p></div>

CAT Case Manager

Pathways

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 Case Manager - Child Welfare
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 Location: South Bend, Indiana (Community-based)
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 Salary: $33,000&ndash;$45,000
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 Clarvida is seeking a Case Manager to support children, youth, and families involved in the child welfare system. In this role, you will provide education, guidance, and connection to community resources while working directly with families in foster and family homes. You will help families build skills that promote safety, stability, and long-term success.
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 This position offers flexibility to create a schedule that fits your life while meeting client needs, with availability for after-hours crisis response as required. You will receive ongoing support through weekly supervision, training, and team collaboration.
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   Work directly with children, youth, and families in foster and family homes
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   Provide supervised visitation and client transportation as needed
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   Deliver parenting education and life skills training
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   Support substance use education, budgeting, meal planning, housing, and employment assistance
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   Link families to appropriate community resources and services
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   Respond to after-hours crisis situations as required
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   Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation
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 &ndash; Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s Degree, or
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 &ndash; High School Diploma, GED, or Associate&rsquo;s Degree with four (4) or more years of full-time casework experience focused on child protection and care
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   Valid Indiana Driver&rsquo;s License in good standing
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   State-minimum auto insurance
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 Full-Time Employees
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   Incentive pay model
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   Flexible schedule you help create
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   Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
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   Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
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   Up to 10 paid holidays*
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   Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
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   Employee Assistance Program
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   Health, Dependent, and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts
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   Employee, spouse, and dependent basic and optional life insurance
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   Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements
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   Opportunities for advancement as Clarvida continues to grow
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   401(k)
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   Mileage reimbursement and cell phone reimbursement (or company-provided phone)
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   Pet insurance
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   DailyPay &ndash; access earned wages without waiting for payday*
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   Financial wellness tools and resources
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   Company laptop and IT support
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   National discounts on travel, shopping, Verizon, and entertainment
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 If you are passionate about supporting children and families and want to make a meaningful impact through community-based services, we encourage you to apply for the Case Manager role with Clarvida.
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 Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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 Learn more:www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
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 Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Case Manager

Accompanied by God's Love

<p>Foster Care and Adoption Case Manager</p><p><b>Salary:</b> $38,000<br/><b>Location:</b> 85% Remote</p><p><b>Job Summary:</b></p><p>Accompanied by God&rsquo;s Love (AGL), a faith-based foster care and adoption agency, is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Foster Care and Adoption Case Manager. This position is responsible for supporting the safety, well-being, and permanency of children and youth in care while partnering with foster and adoptive families throughout their journey. The Case Manager coordinates services, monitors placements, facilitates communication among stakeholders, and ensures compliance with agency, state, and contractual requirements.</p><p>The ideal candidate is innovative, solution-focused, and committed to strengthening outcomes for children and families through quality service delivery and caregiver support. Candidates must be fluent in both English and Spanish and able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with children, youth, families, caregivers, community partners, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.</p><p>Applicants must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in child welfare, foster care, adoption, case management, family preservation, or a related child-serving field. Experience working with children and families who have experienced trauma is strongly preferred.</p><p><b>Education and Experience:</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of a <b>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</b> in a Health or Human Services field.</li><li><b>2 years' experience</b> in foster care services or working with at-risk children.</li><li>Must be <b>21</b>, hold a valid driver's license, and provide proof of auto insurance, registration, and inspection.</li><li>Must successfully pass background screenings and submit to pre-employment and random drug testing.</li></ul><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Coordinate services for children in foster care, including medical, therapeutic, and developmental support.</li><li>Develop and maintain individualized service plans that address each child's unique needs.</li><li>Guide prospective adoptive families through the adoption process, ensuring compliance with legal and agency requirements.</li><li>Conduct home visits and in-person meetings, with four office days per month, and attend court hearings and team meetings as required.</li><li><b>Work with the educational liaison</b> to meet the needs of children, foster families, schools, and service providers.</li><li>Work with the Treatment Director and therapist for <b>behavioral support</b> to foster families, helping address and manage behavioral challenges.</li><li>Manage client documentation, ensuring that records are maintained accurately and in accordance with agency policies.</li><li>Perform additional duties as needed to support the agency&rsquo;s mission and operations.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of <b>2 years of experience</b> in foster care or adoption case management.</li><li>Strong knowledge of child welfare policies, trauma-informed care, and behavioral management techniques.</li><li><b>Fluent English/Spanish is a</b> must.</li><li><b>Strong writing and speaking skills</b> are required.</li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and advocacy skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently in a remote setting and attend in-office and court-related activities as required.</li><li>Proficiency in case management systems and software.</li></ul><p><b>Benefits:</b></p><ul><li>Competitive salary range of $39,000 - $41,000, based on experience.</li><li>Generous <b>Paid Time Off (PTO)</b> policy.</li><li>Comprehensive <b>benefits package</b>, including health, dental, and vision insurance.</li><li>Flexible work arrangement (85% remote with four office days per month).</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.</li></ul><p>If you&rsquo;re passionate about advocating for children and families in foster care and adoption, we encourage you to apply!</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From $38,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Child welfare: 2 years (Required)</li></ul><p>Language:</p><ul><li>English and Spanish Fluntly (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Houston, TX 77014 (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Relocate:</p><ul><li>Houston, TX 77014: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77014</p>

Case Manager-Fluent in English & Spanish

State of Indiana

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Date Posted: </b>Jun 12, 2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Requisition ID: </b>478865
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Paoli, IN, US, 47454<br>
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Work for Indiana</b></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.</div></div><div></div><div><b><br>
About the Department of Child Services:</b></div><div>
Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana&rsquo;s most critical missions!</div><div></div><div><br>
The Department of Child Services helps children who are victims of abuse or neglect and strengthens families through services that focus on family support and preservation. We pursue permanency for children and families through reunification, guardianship, and adoption. Our services also encompass foster care, child support, and transitional support for those adjusting to adulthood. Our culture is built upon our <b><i>MVP </i></b>foundation:</div><div><b><i><br>
Mission</i></b>: Champion Indiana&rsquo;s future by protecting children and strengthening families with compassion and determination.</div><div><b><i>
Vision</i></b>: Every child in Indiana thrives in a safe, loving, forever home.</div><div><b><i>
Purpose</i></b>: Ignite hope. Cultivate joy.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Role Overview</b>:</div><div>
The Family Case Manager represents DCS and supports families in a local or central DCS office. You will protect families and children from abuse and neglect, maintain or reunify families whenever possible, and, when in the best interest of the child, achieve a permanent home or independent living for children unable to be reunited with their families.</div><div></div><div><br>
This position is in Paoli, Indiana, and will serve Orange County, and surrounding counties as needed.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Salary</b>:</div><div>
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.</div><div></div><div><div><div><div><b><br>
A Day in the Life:</b></div>
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Responsibilities include:</div>
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<li>Investigate reported incidents of child abuse, neglect, or dependency, determine whether the incident is substantiated, and develop recommendations to a Juvenile Court or County Director for disposition.</li>
<li>Assess the level of risk to the child for additional injury or harm, including whether the child is in imminent danger, and may remove the child from the family as the situation warrants, placing a child in a protected environment.</li>
<li>Perform needs assessments to determine treatment options for families and children reported to be abused/neglected.</li>
<li>Testify and prepare pre-dispositional and progress reports, maintain case files, and develop briefing reports for the community child protection team. Develops &ldquo;informal adjustment&rdquo; plans with families and children to divert children from the juvenile justice system.</li>
<li>Develop case plans to assist families and children to become more self-sufficient in a safe and nurturing environment and to ensure a permanent home for the child.</li>
<li>Develop discharge/transition programming to assist families and children to attain and maintain self-sufficiency in a safe environment.</li>
<li>Monitor and assess the service capability of treatment programs and providers to ensure consistency with the case plan.</li>
<li>Accept on-call responsibility as needed to receive and investigate allegations of child abuse/neglect.</li>
<li>Conduct home studies and family histories and recommend placement for adoption to an adoption team.</li>
<li>Visit children in out-of-home placements to coordinate family reunification, adoption, or independent living efforts.</li>
<li>Maintain data to help management evaluate trends in family and child needs.</li></ul><br>
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The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
What You'll Need for Success:</b></div>
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Credentials</b>:</div>
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<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, or</li>
<li>Associate degree with a minimum of two (2) years of human services job experience, or</li>
<li>Completion of thirty (30) college credit hours from an accredited institution with a minimum of four (4) years of human services job experience, or</li>
<li>A minimum of at least five (5) years of human services job experience.</li></ul><br>
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Additional qualifications:</b></div>
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<li>Advanced knowledge of principles and practices of social work, casework, sociology and group and individual counseling including new methods and theories of treatment.</li>
<li>Thorough knowledge of state and/or federal laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards affecting child protection services, foster care, family preservation and adoption.</li>
<li>Thorough knowledge of related social services programs and ability to coordinate work among programs.</li>
<li>Specialized knowledge of the interrelationships of the various behavioral sciences as they affect care and treatment of patients/clients and/or objectives of social work projects.</li>
<li>Ability to investigate and interview alleged victims and perpetrators of child abuse or neglect in an appropriate and effective manner.</li>
<li>Ability to formulate and monitor project guidelines or treatment plans.</li>
<li>Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports.</li>
<li>Ability to work with families of diverse cultural/ethnic backgrounds with sensitivity to differences in child rearing practices, relationships and need.</li>
<li>Ability to work with children with special needs such as mental or emotional conditions, the foster families, or the home willing to accept those children and the professionals who can appropriately provide services to them.</li>
<li>Ability to exercise sound judgment while managing crises situations including those involving confrontational, aggressive adults being investigated for child abuse or neglect.</li>
<li>Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.</li>
<li>Must maintain a valid driver's license.</li></ul><br>
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A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of human services experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.</b></div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:</b></div>
</div><div><div>This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:</b></div><div>
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:</div><ul><li>
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans</li><li>
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards</li><li>
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution</li><li>
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match</li><li>
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options</li><li>
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:<ul><li>
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers</li><li>
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave</li><li>
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off</li><li>
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years</li></ul></li><li>
Education Reimbursement Program</li><li>
Group life insurance</li><li>
Referral Bonus program</li><li>
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits</li><li>
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program</li><li>
Free Parking for most positions</li><li>
Free LinkedIn Learning access</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity:</b></div><div>
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Family Case Manager

State of New Hampshire

<div><p><b>State of New Hampshire Job Posting
</b></p><p><b>Department of Health and Human Services
</b></p><p><b>Division for Children, Youth, &amp; Families
</b></p><p><b>Southern (Nashua) District Office<br>
</b></p><p></p><p><b>CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICE WORKER I-IV
</b></p><p><b>Assessment &amp; Family Services
</b></p><p><b>Child Protective Service Worker I- $22.50-$30.02
</b></p><p><b>Child Protective Service Worker II $25.40- $34.14
</b></p><p><b>Child Protective Service Worker III $28.74-$38.85
</b></p><p><b>Child Protective Service Worker IV $31.33-$42.60<br>
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<p><b>*The certification level identified by the DHHS Human Resource Office is based upon the minimum qualifications. Upon consideration of the applicants relevant work experience, interview, and the Supplemental Job Description, the DCYF hiring manager will determine the level a candidate will be hired at.
</b></p><p><b>*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.<br>
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<p>The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, Division for Children, Youth, and Families has a full-time vacancy for Child Protective Service Worker I-IV.
</p><p><b>SUMMARY:
</b></p><p>Previewing the RJP is required in order to proceed with the hiring process. Please click on the link to view the realistic job preview. https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/news-events/multimedia#real-job
</p><p>After viewing, please complete the required Disclosure Statement to submit with your application.
</p><p><b>ASSESSMENT DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
</b></p><p>Performs entry-level protective services casework in investigating and assessing reports of alleged abuse/neglect of children under RSA 169-C for NH Division for Children, Youth and Families and provide for the safety of children and the welfare of families while promoting the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.
</p><p>As the level moves from I to IV, the complexity of the casework becomes more challenging, however the scope remains the same.
</p><p><b>FAMILY SERVICES DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
</b></p><p>Performs entry level protective services casework to coordinate, manage and administer services for children and families including, maintaining children in the home safely, strengthening families for reunification, providing permanency for children in care and working closely with various community agencies while promoting the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.
</p><p>As the level moves from I to IV, the complexity of the casework becomes more challenging, however the scope remains the same.
</p><p><b>YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
</b></p><p><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
</b></p><p><b>Education/Experience:
</b></p><p><b>CPSW I </b>Equivalent combination of 2.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or a related field.
</p><p><b>CPSW II </b>Associate's degree and 2 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or a related field.
</p><p><b>CPSW III </b>Bachelor's degree and 1.5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 5.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or related field.
</p><p><b>CPSW IV </b>Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or related field
</p><p><b>License/Certification </b>: Valid driver&rsquo;s license or access to transportation
</p><p><b>Other Requirements:
</b></p><p>Must be available for non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of client families and children in their homes and other public locations.
</p><p><b>Trainee Option: </b>Not applicable
</p><p><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
</b></p><p>Experience in human services or education field working with children and/or families.
</p><p><b>AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: </b>Must successfully complete the CPSW Academy within 12 months of hire
</p><p><b>CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
</b></p><p>In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:
</p><p>Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
</p><p>Criteria: 21102002BGA01 (CPSW to Level 3)
</p><p>For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-2 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-3 job title, and use of the &ldquo;Child Protective Service Worker II&rdquo; working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
</p><p>Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy
</p><p>Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion
</p><p>Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator
</p><p>21102003BGA02 (CPSW to Level 4)
</p><p>For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-3 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-4 job title, and use of the &ldquo;Child Protective Service Worker III&rdquo; working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
</p><p>Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy
</p><p>Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion
</p><p>Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator
</p><p>21102004BGA02 (CPSW to Level 5)
</p><p>For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-4 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-5 job title, and use of the &ldquo;Child Protective Service Worker IV&rdquo; working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
</p><p>Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy and the formal mentoring program
</p><p>Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion
</p><p>Must be up to date with all case records
</p><p>Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator
</p><p><b>DISCLAIMERS:
</b></p><p>The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
</p><p>When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
</p><p><b>Responsibilities:
</b></p><p><b>ASSESSMENT I-IV DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):
</b></p><p>I-IV - Establishes and develops relationships with children and their families to assess and secure immediate safety of the child and prevent further abuse/neglect.
</p><p>I-IV - Conducts basic interviews of the victim and perpetrator in the report within prescribed time frames according to the risk to the child and validity of the report. Evaluates the risk to the child to remain in the home and recommends course of action. Level I, basic interviews with supervisory direction. Level II, may conduct forensic interviews with supervisory direction. Level III, conducts forensic interviews with minimal supervisory direction. Level IV, conducts forensic interviews and demonstrates advanced skills in professional interviewing techniques.
</p><p>I-IV - Works collaboratively with community agencies including law enforcement, school and medical personnel as it relates to the investigation, provision of services and in accordance with the current AG protocols.
</p><p>I-IV - Makes reasonable efforts to maintain the child in the family by preparing a safety plan with the family to remedy the abusive/neglectful situation.
</p><p>I-IV - Arranges for in-home services to families when it is determined the abuse or neglect allegations are founded and the child can remain safely in the home with agreement by the family that they will cooperate with a case plan. Documents evidence to substantiate reports of child abuse and neglect in order to support the court petition.
</p><p>I-IV - Locates suitable alternative placement to meet specific child/children&rsquo;s needs and in conjunction with policy and practice guidelines and prepares the child and family for the child/children&rsquo;s placement. Facilitates placement and coordinates visitations with the family and transports children and client families to necessary appointments.
</p><p>I-IV - Develops a case record and completes all required documentation which includes the safety plan, court reports and all necessary Bridges documentation of case related activities. Level I, works under the direction of and review by the supervisor. II, has supervisory oversight, III has minimal review by the supervisor and IV is independent of the supervisor.
</p><p>I-III &ndash; Works under direct and close supervisor and receives regularly scheduled weekly supervision. Level II, May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise an intern. Level III, May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise a student intern. May provide supervision to other staff at the request of the supervisor.
</p><p>IV - Demonstrates independent decision-making ability and in the absence of the supervisor may assume responsibility for administration of daily business operations. Also demonstrates and can articulate leadership skills and ability and is a positive influence to other employees. Receives regularly scheduled supervision at a minimum of every two weeks. Serves as a mentor and may supervise interns. Exercises authority over subordinate staff and provides supervision at the request of the supervisor
</p><p>I-IV - Completes training requirements according to policy including individual training plan and 30 hours of in-service training annually after completion of Child Protective Service Worker (CPSW) Academy.
</p><p>I-IV - May provide outside education and information sessions with various agencies in the community in collaboration with the DCYF Speakers Bureau.
</p><p><b>FAMILY SERVICES I-IV DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):
</b></p><p>I-IV - Possesses basic knowledge of the principles of case management in order to manage a caseload, prepares and develops Solution Based case plans in conjunction with the family to ensure that objectives and tasks are being achieved, that court orders are being complied with, when applicable, in accordance with State and Federal Statute. Level II possesses fundamental knowledge. Level III possesses advanced knowledge. Level IV possesses advanced knowledge and manages an increasingly complex caseload.
</p><p>I-IV - Establishes and develops relationships with children and their families in home; arranges and provides services to prevent further abuse/neglect and to enable the child to remain safely in his/her home and maintains contact according to policy. Levels I&amp;II are under the direction of the supervisor.
</p><p>I-IV - Establishes and maintains relationships with children in placement and their families and arranges and provides services to enable children to return home, and makes other alternative permanent plans if appropriate under the direction of the supervisor. Maintains contact with these children and families according to policy including transporting children and families as necessary. As the Level increases there is less supervisory oversight.
</p><p>I-IV - Develops, recommends, implements, monitors, and evaluates family treatment and case plans in collaboration with other community stakeholders. Also responds to crisis situations in regards to a variety of case management situations, under the guidance and direction of the supervisor. Level III, requires maintaining control in intense and controversial situations and able to independently prioritize work demands under minimal direction of the supervisor. Level IV requires that they also independently prioritize work demands.
</p><p>I-IV - Completes all required documentation, including case plans, court reports and all necessary Bridges documentation of case related activities.
</p><p>I-IV - Facilitates effective and timely permanency through concurrent planning that supports children, families and caregivers, and assures that connections are maintained and that children do not leave care without a viable permanent connection.
</p><p>I-IV - Ensures that children and youth in placement obtain the preparation, resources and positive youth development they need to establish connections with caring adults and become healthy, self sufficient and successful adults.
</p><p>I-III &ndash; Works under direct and close supervisor and receives regularly scheduled weekly supervision. Level II, May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise an intern. Level III, May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise a student intern. May provide supervision to other staff at the request of the supervisor.
</p><p>IV - Demonstrates independent decision-making ability and in the absence of the supervisor. may assume responsibility for administration of daily business operations. Also demonstrates and can articulate leadership skills and ability and is a positive influence to other employees. Receives regularly scheduled supervision at a minimum of every two weeks. May also serve as a mentor or supervise an intern. May provide supervision to other staff at the request of the supervisor.
</p><p>I-IV - Completes training requirements according to policy including individual training plan and 30 hours of in-service training annually after completion of Child Protective Service Worker (CPSW) Academy.
</p><p>III-IV - May provide outside education and information sessions with various agencies in the community in collaboration with the DCYF Speakers Bureau.
</p><p></p><p><b><i>For further information please contact Stacey Bellemore, Supervisor VI, </i></b><b><i>STACEY.M.BELLEMORE@DHHS.NH.GOV </i></b><b><i>, 603-579-9425.<br>
 </i></b></p><p></p><br>
<p><b>*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
</b></p><p>The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
</p><p>HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
</p><p>The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
</p><p><b>See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
</b></p><p>https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
</p><p>Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
</p><p><b>Other Benefits:
</b></p><ul><li>Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
</li></ul><ul><li>Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
</li></ul><ul><li>State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
</li></ul><ul><li>Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
</li></ul><ul><li>$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
</li></ul><ul><li>Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
</li></ul><p><b>Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
</b></p><p>https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
</p><p><b>Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
</b></p><p>https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
</p><p>https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
</p><p>EOE
</p><p>TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964</p></div><p></p>

CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICE WORKER I-IV

<div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p>
<p>
Education:</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a health or human services field (social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreation/recreation therapy, counseling, community mental health, child and family studies, sociology, speech and hearing).</li>
</ul>
<p>Experience:</p>
<ul>
<li>Three years of case management experience or relevant human services experience required.</li>
</ul>
<p>Certifications/Licenses:</p>
<ul>
<li>CPR and First Aid certifications (must obtain and maintain).</li>
</ul>
<p>Work Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.</p>
<p>
Work Location Requirement: Onsite</p>
<p><b>
Compensation:</b> $22.9524</p>
<p><b>
What We Offer</b></p>
<p>
We provide competitive benefits, including:</p>
<ul><li><b>Comprehensive Health Benefits:</b> Medical (HSA), Dental and Vision plans
</li><li><b> 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan</b> with employer match
</li><li><b>Generous Paid Time Off:</b> Vacation, Personal, Sick, Mental Health Days and 12 paid holidays
</li><li><b> Employee Wellness Programs:</b> Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
</li><li><b> Learning &amp; Development Opportunities:</b> Educational Leave and Tuition Assistance, Training and Career Development Tracks
</li><li><b>Additional Perks:</b> Commuter Benefits, recognition programs, discount programs, flexible spending plans, voluntary benefits including pet insurance, identity theft insurance, legal plans, and voluntary ancillary benefits.</li></ul>
<p><b>
About the Role</b></p>
<div>
The Case Manager supports residents in achieving independence and stable housing by providing case management, service planning, and coordination of care. This role involves developing and implementing individualized service plans, maintaining documentation (ILPs, psychosocials, and progress notes), and collaborating with internal staff and external providers to ensure residents receive appropriate housing, healthcare, and support services. The Case Manager also advocates for residents and works closely with them to establish and achieve their goals.</div><br>
<div></div>
<p><b>
Primary Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul><li>Participate in orientation of new residents by explaining available services.</li><li>Obtain and document assessment information.</li><li>Collaborate with residents to develop and maintain service plans.</li><li>Provide supportive counseling and skill-building.</li><li>Refer and accompany residents to community resources.</li><li>Assist with budgeting and independent living skills.</li><li>Advocate on behalf of residents.</li><li>Maintain accurate case records.</li><li>Attend meetings and trainings.</li><li>Report incidents and comply with policies.</li><li>Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.</li><li>Perform other job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p>
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