child welfare case manager

Lutheran Services Florida

<div><p><b>Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant</b>.</p>
<p>
LSF is looking for talented <b>Child Welfare Case Managers</b> who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.</p>
<p><b>
Purpose &amp; Impact:</b></p>
<p>
The purpose of the Child Welfare Case Manager is to provide full wrap around case management services to LSF clients and families while establishing a relationship with them and living the agency&rsquo;s core values.</p>
<p><b>
Essential Functions:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Accept all cases assigned by unit supervisor and meet with children in their primary residence within 2 working days of ITR staffing and with identified parents in sufficient time to complete a Family Assessment within 15 working days of ITR staffing.</li>
<li>Negotiate and develop a case plan based on identified strengths and needs of the family, the circumstances bringing the family into care, recommendations provided by the Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessment and other relevant data. This plan is to be created in collaboration with the parents, Guardian Ad Litem, foster parents and other pertinent parties with the goal of reunification or other permanency for the child.</li>
<li>Visits the child in their primary residence according to required frequency, but no less than once every 25 days. At least one visit each quarter is to be unannounced.</li>
<li>Accurately document all case activities in the Florida Safe Families Network database within 48 hours. Maintain the electronic case file in chronological order, by subject, in accordance with the standardized case file format guidelines.</li>
<li>Submit service requests to the lead agency and provide clients with timely referrals to services. Develop and maintain knowledge of community resources, program eligibility requirements, key contact persons, emergency procedures, and waiting lists of available resources. Maintain regular contact with service providers and document service progress in FSFN.</li>
<li>Complete and submit court documentation within in required time frames. Prepare for, attend, and participate in all court activities as necessary.</li>
<li>Arrange for, attend, and participate in individual case staffings as necessary. Complete all required staffing and application packets.</li>
<li>Conduct initial and/or ongoing child safety and family functioning assessments as required. Prepare initial and on-going safety plans as necessary.</li>
<li>Arrange for emergency placement, emergency medical treatment, and emergency services for children at risk.</li>
<li>Conduct diligent searches for parents and family members when deemed necessary and thoroughly document that the effort has been made to find the parents and family members.</li>
<li>Conduct home studies as required for prospective placements. Provide relevant medical, psychological, behavioral and educational background information about the child or children to prospective care-givers as needed. Plan and facilitate parental and sibling visits as needed and appropriate.</li>
<li>Transport children as needed.</li>
<li>Provide direct supervision of children awaiting placement.</li>
<li>Ensure that all Independent Living functions are completed as required</li>
<li>Attend all appointments, staff meetings, trainings, seminars, workshops, etc., as necessary and as required by the supervisor.</li>
<li>Function as agency on-call Case Manager as scheduled.</li>
<li>Organize, prioritize and complete all work assignments by the established deadlines.</li>
</ul>
<p>All duties are performed in accordance with the following standards:</p>
<ul>
<li>Courtesy: Treat customers, the public and staff with courtesy, respect and dignity and presents a positive public image.</li>
<li>Communication Skills: Keep supervisor fully informed of activities, pertinent issues, upcoming events and potential problems. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in daily work.</li>
<li>Team Work: Support the unit, department and/or organization and work with others in an effort to accomplish the goals of the unit, department and/or organization.</li>
<li>Safety: Employee makes a reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the work area.</li>
<li>Training: Attend and successfully complete all mandated training courses to obtain and maintain child welfare certification requirements and LSF training requirements.</li>
<li>Confidentiality: Adhere to all confidentiality rules.</li>
<li>On-Call: Perform on-call responsibilities as assigned. Carry an active cell-phone at all times during regularly scheduled work hours and during on call hours. Immediately respond to all calls.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Other Functions:</b></p>
<p>
Perform other related duties and special assignments as required.</p>
<p><b>
Physical Requirements:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must have a high level of energy, be adaptable to irregular hours, be flexible to rotate on-call as needed, be able to travel as needed.</li>
<li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and appropriate auto liability insurance ($10,000/$20,000) required.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Education:</b></p>
<p>
Must possess a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a Human Services field. Degree in Social Work preferred.</p>
<p><b>
Experience:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must have a minimum of one year of relevant experience working with children.</li>
<li>Must obtain child welfare certification within one year of hire date.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Skills:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Familiarity with and ability to use Microsoft Office programs Word and Excel.</li>
<li>Ability to type 45 words per minute.</li>
<li>Ability to drive both locally and throughout the state in connection with the duties of this position.</li>
<li>To fully understand case ownership responsibility as the integrator of all services and supports identified for each child, including therapy, other mental health services, health and dentistry, developmental services, educational support, permanency and safety; as well as their responsibility to make trauma sensitive transitions when it is determined that a caretaker lacks the needed level of responsibility to care for their children.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Other:</b></p>
<p>
Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population&rsquo;s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.</p>
<p><b>
Principal Accountabilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Reports directly to and follows directives of Case Management Supervisor.</li>
<li>Works cooperatively with Program Directors, with other Case Managers, with placement staff, with Protective Investigators, with Child Welfare Legal staff and with agency support staff.</li>
<li>Effectively manages time to ensure that all home visits are completed as required, all documentation is entered into FSFN within 48 hours, court documentation is prepared according to specified time frames and court appearances are attended as necessary.</li>
<li>Follows Florida Statutes, Administrative Code, written policies and orders of the Dependency Court in managing cases toward goals recorded in case plans.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Why work for LSF?</b></p>
<p>
LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. <b>Mission Driven </b>staff members become part of the LSF community while <b>transforming the lives of those in need.</b> Our staff additionally find <b>growth opportunities</b> as they explore areas of interest within the organization.
</p><p><b>Amazing benefits package </b><b><i>including</i></b><b>:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental and Vision</li>
<li>Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)</li>
<li>13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday</li>
<li>Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)</li>
<li><ul><li>Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ</li>
</ul></li><li>403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement</li>
</ul>
<p><b><i>LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.</i></b></p>
<p><i>
Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit: </i><i>https://info.flclearinghouse.com</i></p></div>

Child Welfare Case Manager (10111)

Children's Wisconsin

<div><p>JOB SUMMARY</p>
<p>
This position provides case management to families involved in the child welfare system due to identified child safety concerns. Drawing upon strength-based, trauma-informed practice and utilizing a family teaming model, works in partnership with parents and their family team to manage child safety while enhancing parents&rsquo; ability to keep their children safe, with a primary goal of keeping families intact and achieving safe reunification. Responsible for safety assessment, safety planning in in-home and out-of-home care placement settings, and case planning utilizing both formal service providers and informal supports. Utilizing critical thinking skills, case managers facilitate and monitor case progress towards permanency and safe case closure.</p>
<p>
JOB FUNCTIONS<br>
Essential Functions:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Engages clients and focuses on establishing trusting relationships with parent clients and their children with the purpose of engaging and supporting parents through the case planning and behavioral change process.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Assess safety and determines plans in conjunction with case/permanency planning and service coordination to ensure child safety and child and family well-being.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Coordinates multi-disciplinary family team comprised of formal and informal supports, maintains ongoing communication with team members and facilitates family team meetings in order to monitor case progress.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Conducts in-home and community-based visits with children, families, and caregivers.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Facilitates placement into out-of-home care settings, establishes family interaction plans and supports caregivers in meeting the needs of children and youth in partnership with their families.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Documents case progress in the case record and completes court documentation.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Understands the role of Federal, State and tribal legislation as related to the Division of Milwaukee Child Protective Services in the day-to-day planning, protection and intervention for children and families. Collaborates with legal parties and represents child welfare perspective in court proceedings, providing testimony as needed.</p>
</li>
</ul><p>Guiding Behaviors:<br>
Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children&rsquo;s values and support our mission and vision</p>
<p>
Required for All Jobs:</p>
<ul>
<li>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job.</li>
<li>Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.</li>
</ul>
<p>QUALIFICATIONS</p>
<p>
Education:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice or related degree that meets child-placing license requirements is Required</p>
</li>
</ul><p>Experience:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>1+ years of experience in the delivery of educational training, employment services, vocational counseling, social services or related field is preferred</p>
</li>
<li><p>Case management experience is preferred</p>
</li>
<li><p>Experience working with families of diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds strongly preferred</p>
</li>
</ul><p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</p>
<ul>
<li>Acceptable driving record, personal auto liability insurance coverage and the ability to be insured by the CHHS auto insurance carrier.</li>
<li>Ability to engage non-voluntary clients</li>
<li>Ability to work with diverse groups in a culturally competent manner</li>
<li>Organization and time management skills</li>
<li>Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills</li>
</ul>
<p>Licenses and Certifications:</p>
<ul>
<li>License Driver&rsquo;s License &ndash; State of Wisconsin is required</li>
<li>License Social Worker (120) &ndash; State of Wisconsin is preferred</li>
</ul>
<p>Working Conditions:<br>
This job primarily operates in a setting that routinely requires use of standard office equipment and/or where there is no reasonable potential for exposure to blood and other high risk body fluids.</p></div>
<br><div><p>Click here to apply to a FULL TIME position on our website</p>
<p>
Click here to apply to a CASUAL / PRN position on our website</p></div>

Child Welfare Case Manager

Devereux

<div>Description:
<div><b>
Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of children and Families?</b></div><div><b>
Then being a Case Manager at Devereux is for YOU! You belong here.</b></div><div><b>
This is not your traditional case manager role. You&rsquo;ll be there to support!</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Devereux Florida Health provides services for children and families in the child welfare system, to ensure a community without abuse, neglect and abandonment so all children grow to their full potential. Based out of Sarasota, FL and providing coverage to Sarasota, DeSoto, and Manatee counties., the Case Manager is responsible for coordinating and overseeing services to support individuals in the Sarasota Pilot Program with a primary focus on ensuring safety, stability, and assisting towards permanency. Ensuring all individuals receive any needed services. This role requires consistent engagement with children and foster parents and biological families and service and service providers to assess needs, ensure any additional services are in place , monitor progress and communicate to all parties.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Case Manager facilitates access to necessary services, including medical, educational, and behavioral health supports, while maintaining accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory requirements. They will advocate for the child&rsquo;s best interests, ensuring that all decisions promote well-being and permanency outcomes. This position also involves regular communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including therapists, supervisors, and community partners, to address barriers and support placement stability. The Case Manager is responsible for preparing any necessary reports.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Position Details:</b></div><div><b>
Salary: </b><b><i>Starts at $24.04- 27.41 / hr </i></b>(rate is based on education and relevant experience).</div><div><b>
Schedule:</b> Full time</div><div><b>
Location: hybrid; in-office &amp; community-based (covers Sarasota, DeSoto, and Manatee Counties; </b><b><i>other Counties as needed.</i></b><b>)</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Benefits and Rewards</b></div><ul><li>
Up to 24 PTO days/year (increases with service)</li><li>
Up to 64 hours of sick time</li><li>
Low-cost medical, dental, vision Devereux Benefits
</li><li>403(b) retirement plan</li><li>
ASCEND Tuition Program: 100% tuition covered (up to $15k undergrad / $25k grad per year)</li><li>
Student loan repayment assistance</li><li>
Payactiv: Access your earned wages early</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program &amp; Discounts</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div><b>
Education:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in human services, criminology, juvenile justice, psychology, sociology, counseling, special education, education, human development, child development, family development, marriage and family therapy, and nursing <i>required</i></li><li>
Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field<i> preferred</i></li></ul><div><b>
Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
Must have full Florida Board Certification in Child Welfare Case Management</li><li>
Two years of experience working with children, adolescents and families is strongly preferred.</li><li><div>
Strong organizational skills, critical thinking, and the ability to manage complex cases are essential. The Case Manager must demonstrate professionalism, cultural competency, and a commitment to supporting children and families through a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.</div></li><li><div>
On call is also needed. Transportation and supervising visits may also be necessary.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Other Requirements:</b></div><ul><li>
Valid Florida Driver's License</li><li>
On-call rotation</li><li>
Successfully pass pre-employment medical screenings which include: Drug Test and TB Test.</li><li>
Successfully pass a Level 2 background screening with the State of Florida. To learn more visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.</li></ul><div>
Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
For more information, please reach out us at </b><b>flrecruitment@devereux.org</b><b>.</b></div>
Company Overview:
<div><b>
Company Overview</b></div><div>
Devereux is one of the nation&rsquo;s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults &ndash; and their families &ndash; every year.<br>
</div><div></div><div><b>Our Mission: </b>Devereux changes lives &ndash; by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
</div><div>With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our Culture, Our Expectations</b></div><div>
At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide &ndash; every day &ndash; for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.</div><div><br>
</div><div>We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity &ndash; offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors &ndash; is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world &ndash; one person, one family, one community at a time.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
What Devereux Offers You</b></div><div>
In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after <b>30 days</b> of employment. In addition, we offer;</div><div><br>
</div><ul><li>Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.</li><li>
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.</li><li>
Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.</li><li>
Employee assistance / work-life balance program.</li></ul><div><b>
Visit </b><b>www.mydevereuxbenefits.org</b><b> to see why Devereux is a great place to work!</b></div><div><br>
</div><div><i>Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE</i></div></div>

Certified Child Welfare Case Manager

Guiding Light haven

<p><b>Case Manager &ndash; Residential Treatment Center (RTC)</b></p><p><b>Organization:</b> Guiding Light Haven</p><p><b>Location:</b> Texas</p><p><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-Time</p><p><b>Reports To:</b> Administrator</p><p><b>Position Overview</b></p><p>Guiding Light Haven is seeking a qualified and experienced <b>Case Manager</b> to support youth in a licensed Residential Treatment Center (RTC) operating in accordance with Texas Minimum Standards under HHSC.</p><p>The Case Manager is responsible for coordinating individualized service planning, monitoring client progress, maintaining compliance documentation, and ensuring collaboration with families, placing agencies, and interdisciplinary treatment teams.</p><p>This position requires a minimum of <b>one (1) year of case management experience</b>, preferably in a residential treatment, foster care, behavioral health, or child welfare setting.</p><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Minimum <b>1 year documented case management experience</b></li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Counseling, or related field (preferred)</li><li>Knowledge of Texas HHSC RTC/GRO Minimum Standards</li><li>Experience working with at-risk youth, trauma-informed care, or behavioral health populations</li><li>Strong documentation and case file management skills</li><li>Ability to pass background checks required by HHSC</li><li>Valid Texas driver&rsquo;s license</li></ul><p><b>Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>Service Planning &amp; Coordination</b></p><ul><li>Develop and implement individualized service plans in collaboration with clinical staff</li><li>Participate in treatment team meetings and case reviews</li><li>Coordinate services with placing agencies, CPS, probation, schools, and healthcare providers</li><li>Ensure goals are measurable, trauma-informed, and aligned with regulatory standards</li></ul><p><b>Documentation &amp; Compliance</b></p><ul><li>Maintain complete and accurate case files in compliance with Texas Minimum Standards</li><li>Ensure required documentation is completed within required timeframes</li><li>Monitor incident reports and ensure follow-up documentation</li><li>Assist in audit preparation and licensing reviews</li></ul><p><b>Client Advocacy &amp; Monitoring</b></p><ul><li>Monitor resident progress toward service plan goals</li><li>Conduct regular check-ins with residents</li><li>Support discharge planning and aftercare coordination</li><li>Ensure family engagement when appropriate</li></ul><p><b>Interdisciplinary Collaboration</b></p><ul><li>Work closely with therapists, direct care staff, administrators, and medical providers</li><li>Communicate changes in resident status to appropriate parties</li><li>Participate in staff meetings and required trainings</li></ul><p><b>Knowledge &amp; Skills</b></p><ul><li>Understanding of trauma-informed care principles</li><li>Familiarity with child welfare systems in Texas</li><li>Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously</li><li>Strong organizational and communication skills</li><li>Professional boundaries and ethical practice</li></ul><p><b>Compliance Requirements</b></p><p>This position must comply with all applicable standards established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, including:</p><ul><li>Background checks</li><li>Training requirements</li><li>Documentation standards</li><li>Confidentiality laws (HIPAA where applicable)</li><li>Mandatory reporting requirements</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Experience in RTC or GRO setting</li><li>Knowledge of DFPS/CPS processes</li><li>CPR/First Aid Certification</li><li>Crisis intervention training</li></ul><p><b>Compensation &amp; Benefits</b></p><ul><li>Competitive salary (based on experience)</li><li>Paid training</li><li>Professional development opportunities</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Contract</p><p>Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Case Manager

<div><p><b>Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant</b>.</p>
<p>
LSF is looking for talented <b>Child Welfare Case Managers</b> who want to make an impact in the lives of others.</p>
<p><b><i>
The schedule for this role is flexible, Monday through Friday and on call!</i></b></p>
<p><b>
Purpose &amp; Impact:</b></p>
<p>
The purpose of the Child Welfare Case Manager is to provide full wrap around case management services to LSF clients and families while establishing a relationship with them and living the agency&rsquo;s core values.</p>
<p><b>
Essential Functions:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Accept all cases assigned by unit supervisor and meet with children in their primary residence within 2 working days of ITR staffing and with identified parents in sufficient time to complete a Family Assessment within 15 working days of ITR staffing.</li>
<li>Negotiate and develop a case plan based on identified strengths and needs of the family, the circumstances bringing the family into care, recommendations provided by the Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessment and other relevant data. This plan is to be created in collaboration with the parents, Guardian Ad Litem, foster parents and other pertinent parties with the goal of reunification or other permanency for the child.</li>
<li>Visits the child in their primary residence according to required frequency, but no less than once every 25 days. At least one visit each quarter is to be unannounced.</li>
<li>Accurately document all case activities in the Florida Safe Families Network database within 48 hours. Maintain the physical case file in chronological order, by subject, in accordance with the standardized case file format.</li>
<li>Submit service requests to the lead agency Utilization Management Department and provide clients with timely referrals to services. Develop and maintain knowledge of community resources, program eligibility requirements, key contact persons, emergency procedures, and waiting lists of available resources. Maintain regular contact with service providers and document service progress in FSFN.</li>
<li>Complete and submit court documentation within in required time frames. Prepare for, attend, and participate in all court activities as necessary.</li>
<li>Arrange for, attend, and participate in individual case staffing as necessary. Complete all required staffing and application packets.</li>
<li>Conduct initial and/or ongoing child safety assessments as required. Prepare initial and on-going safety plans as necessary.<br>
Arrange for emergency placement, emergency medical treatment, and emergency services for children at risk.</li>
<li>Conduct diligent searches for parents and family members when deemed necessary and thoroughly document that the effort has been made to find the parents and family members.</li>
<li>Conduct home studies as required for prospective placements. Provide relevant medical, psychological, behavioral and educational background information about the child or children to prospective caregivers as needed. Plan and facilitate parental and sibling visits as needed and appropriate.</li>
<li>Personal vehicle utilized to transport children as needed.</li>
<li>Ensure that all Independent Living functions are completed as required.</li>
<li>Attend all appointments, staff meetings, trainings, seminars, workshops, etc., as necessary and as required by the supervisor.</li>
<li>Function as agency on-call Case Manager as scheduled.</li>
<li>Works cooperatively with Program Directors, with other Case Managers, with placement staff, with Protective Investigators, with Child Welfare Legal staff and with agency support staff.</li>
<li>Effectively manages time to ensure that all home visits are completed as required, all documentation is entered into FSFN within 48 hours, court documentation is prepared according to specified time frames and court appearances are attended as necessary.</li>
<li>Follows Florida Statutes, Administrative Code, written policies and orders of the Dependency Court in managing cases toward goals recorded in case plans.</li>
<li>Organize, prioritize and complete all work assignments by the established deadlines.<br>
All duties are performed in accordance with the following standards:<br>
Courtesy: Treat clients, the public and staff with courtesy, respect and dignity and presents a positive public image.</li>
<li>Communication Skills: Keep supervisor fully informed of activities, pertinent issues, upcoming events and potential problems. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in daily work.</li>
<li>Teamwork: Support the unit, department and/or organization and work with others in an effort to accomplish the goals of the unit, department and/or organization.</li>
<li>Safety: Employee makes a reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the work area.</li>
<li>Training: Attend and successfully complete all mandated training courses such as the PDC Assessment and successfully passes the PDC examination, Pre-service Training. MAPP Training, In-service, etc., within the probationary period and as scheduled thereafter. The successful completion of the Field-Based Performance Assessment is an essential performance standard required for continued employment in the class of Case Manager.</li>
<li>Confidentiality: Adhere to all confidentiality rules.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Physical Requirements:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Valid Florida Driver&rsquo;s License and Insurance</li>
<li>Ability to travel locally, and out of the area, in the execution of professional duties, trainings and/or conferences.</li>
<li>Ability to operate a computer, sit for long periods of time, and develop coherent written correspondence and progress notes.</li>
<li>Ability to adapt to irregular hours, perform some light lifting, and be flexible to rotate on call, as needed.</li>
<li>Certified First Aid/CPR, and crisis intervention.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Education/Experience</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must have a minimum of one year of relevant experience and certified or become certified within one year.</li>
<li>Must possess a <b>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a Human Services field</b>. Degree in Social Work preferred.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Skills/Abilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Familiarity with and ability to use Microsoft Office programs Word and Excel.</li>
<li>Ability to drive both locally and throughout the state in connection with the duties of this position.</li>
<li>To fully understand case ownership responsibility as the integrator of all services and supports identified for each child, including therapy, other mental health services, health and dentistry, developmental services, educational support, permanency and safety; as well as their responsibility to make trauma sensitive transitions when it is determined that a caretaker lacks the needed level of responsibility to care for their children.</li>
<li>Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population&rsquo;s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Why work for LSF?</b></p>
<p>
LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. <b>Mission Driven </b>staff members become part of the LSF community while <b>transforming the lives of those in need.</b> Our staff additionally find <b>growth opportunities</b> as they explore areas of interest within the organization.
</p><p><b>Amazing benefits package </b><b><i>including</i></b><b>:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental and Vision</li>
<li>Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)</li>
<li>13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday</li>
<li>Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)</li>
<li><ul><li>Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ</li>
</ul></li><li>403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement</li>
</ul>
<p><b><i>LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.</i></b></p>
<p><i>
Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit: </i><i>https://info.flclearinghouse.com</i></p></div>

Passion for Families

<p>Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Passion for Families is seeking a reliable Case Manager who&rsquo;s ready to step in, take initiative, and help shape the future of our growing agency.</p><p><b>Position Overview:</b><br/>The Case Manager oversees the care and services provided to children in foster care, pregnant or parenting youth, youth requiring transition services, and children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (AU). This role ensures the development and implementation of individualized care plans in compliance with T3C guidelines.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities-</b></p><p><b>Care Coordination:</b></p><ul><li>Develop and manage individualized service plans for children, ensuring alignment with CANS 3.0 Assessments and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Conduct regular home visits and maintain ongoing communication with caregivers, mentors, and service providers.</li><li>Ensure timely and appropriate access to medical, behavioral, and educational services through collaboration with STAR Health and other providers.</li></ul><p><b>Monitoring and Documentation:</b></p><ul><li>Monitor child progress and update care plans based on outcomes and changing needs.</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation of services and progress in compliance with T3C guidelines.</li></ul><p><b>Quality Assurance:</b></p><ul><li>Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives to enhance service delivery.</li><li>Support compliance with staffing ratios and regulatory standards.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><b>Education:</b> Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.</li><li><b>Experience:</b> Experience in child welfare, foster care, or social services preferred.</li><li><b>Skills:</b> Strong case management, organizational, and communication abilities.</li></ul><p><b>Required Trainings:</b></p><ul><li>Passion for Families Policies and Procedures.</li><li>Passion for Families Orientation.</li><li>T3C System Overview and Compliance.</li><li>Trauma-Informed Care Practices.</li><li>Universal Trafficking Prevention Training.</li><li>CANS 3.0 Assessment Training.</li><li>Documentation and Reporting.</li></ul><p><b>Work Environment:</b></p><ul><li>Field-based with regular home visits and occasional office work.</li><li>Flexible schedule required, including evenings and weekends as needed.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $40,000.00 - $42,500.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Case Manager –Foster Care Child Placing Agency

The Family Initiative

<div><p><b>Average Hourly Rate: $21.63</b> <i>(Includes wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, and shift differentials)</i></p><p><b><br>
Make a Real Difference&mdash;Every Day: </b>Are you passionate about helping children and families build stability, safety, and hope? At TFI Family Services, we don&rsquo;t just manage cases&mdash;we change lives.<br>
We&rsquo;re currently seeking a Foster Care Case Manager who is compassionate, organized, and driven by purpose to join our dedicated team.</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></h3><p>
As a Foster Care Case Manager, you&rsquo;ll support children in state custody and the families caring for them, helping move each child toward permanency, safety, and well-being.In this role, you will:</p><ul><li>
Manage a caseload of approximately 13&ndash;18 children</li><li>
Conduct regular visits with children, parents, and foster families</li><li>
Coordinate family and sibling visitation</li><li>
Facilitate Family Support Team (FST) meetings</li><li>
Partner with courts, schools, therapists, and child welfare professionals</li><li>
Attend court hearings and provide case updates</li><li>
Connect families to community and support resources</li><li>
Complete accurate and timely documentation</li><li>
Transport children to appointments when needed</li><li>
Participate in limited on-call rotations (after-hours support is compensated)</li></ul><p><b>
Travel Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
Regular in-state travel (Kansas City, Columbia, Springfield, Cape Girardeau, etc.)</li><li>
Occasional out-of-state travel for kinship placements</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For</b></h3><p>
We&rsquo;re looking for someone who leads with empathy, stays organized under pressure, and communicates effectively with families and professionals.<br>
<b>Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Social Work or a related human services field</li><li>
Experience working with children and families</li><li>
Valid Class E Driver&rsquo;s License</li><li>
CPR Certification (or ability to obtain)</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Why Work for TFI Family Services?</b></h3><p>
We know this work is demanding&mdash;and we support our team accordingly.<br>
<b>Flexible scheduling &amp; remote work options</b> 20 days of paid personal leave in your first year 25 days of personal leave after year one 12 paid holidays Longevity bonus program Tuition reimbursement Competitive pay with incentives, bonuses, and differentials Supportive leadership and a mission-driven team<br>
Most importantly, you&rsquo;ll join a team that is deeply committed to strengthening families and advancing excellence in service, education, and advocacy.</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Ready to Make a Difference?</b></h3><p><br>
If you&rsquo;re looking for meaningful work where your efforts truly matter, we&rsquo;d love to meet you.</p><p><b><br>
Apply today:</b> <b>www.tfifamily.org/employment</b></p><p><br>
TFI Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p><p><b><br>
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