foster care coordinator

La Crosse County

About La Crosse County: 
At La Crosse County, we are committed to creating a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community. Guided by our Strategic Plan, we focus on economic growth, environmental stewardship, affordable housing, and robust public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents.
 
Why Join La Crosse County?
 
<ul>
<li>Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS): A top-rated pension program.</li>
<li>Affordable Insurance Premiums: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.</li>
<li>Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, and 10+ paid holidays annually.</li>
<li>Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules and wellness programs.</li>
</ul>
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB): 
At La Crosse County, we believe that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued.
 
La Crosse County Human Services is seeking a Social Worker with professionalism, compassion, and commitment to child and family well being to join our Child Protective Services (CPS) team as the designated Foster Care Coordinator.
 
In this essential role, you will lead efforts to recruit, license, and support foster homes—including relative and like kin caregivers—to ensure safe, stable placement options for children involved in the child welfare system. You’ll coordinate foster care resources in alignment with state licensing requirements and agency policies, work collaboratively with CPS staff and community partners to identify appropriate placements, and provide ongoing guidance and support to foster caregivers so they can meet the needs of children in out of home care.
 
This position includes periodic after hours on call coverage and may assist with other CPS functions as needed.
 
Overview
 FLSA: Exempt This is an entry level Social Work position in the Human Services Department under the Family & Children's Section. The majority of the work in Child Protective Services (CPS) is centered around building relationships with parents/caregivers, who may struggle with personal issues such as mental health and/or substance abuse, and who are often involuntarily involved with CPS. Through these relationships the social worker will work to identify the root causes of the behaviors or conditions within the family that are creating the safety concern for the child(ren) and develop a treatment plan around the needs of the family. This position provides case management, services, and support to parents and/or caregivers so as to assist them in being able to demonstrate whether or not they are able to safely parent and meet the needs of their child(ren). This position also provides court related services in accordance with the Children's Code (Chapter 48) as it pertains to children in need of protection or services. Work is performed under supervision of a Human Services Supervisor.
 Essential Leadership Functions
 Act with Integrity and Build Trust
 <ul>
<li>Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions</li>
<li>Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints</li>
<li>Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives</li>
</ul>
Drive for Results
 <ul>
<li>Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes</li>
<li>Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results</li>
<li>Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring</li>
</ul>
Develop Talent and Effective Teams
 <ul>
<li>Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth</li>
<li>Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential</li>
<li>Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team</li>
</ul>
Lead with Vision and Strategy
 <ul>
<li>Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals</li>
<li>Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives</li>
<li>Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully</li>
</ul>
Lead with Paradoxical, Critical, and Agile Thinking
 <ul>
<li>Navigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectives</li>
<li>Adapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environment</li>
<li>Make critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from others</li>
</ul>
Build and Maintain Effective Relationships
 <ul>
<li>Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization</li>
<li>Influence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinking</li>
<li>Develop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholders</li>
</ul>
Cultivate Community Engagement and Provide Excellent Service
 <ul>
<li>Understand and address the needs and concerns of the community</li>
<li>Incorporate community perspectives into decision-making processes</li>
<li>Drive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organization</li>
</ul>
Demonstrate Emotional Intelligence
 <ul>
<li>Show self-awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situations</li>
<li>Seek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacks</li>
<li>Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others</li>
</ul>
Essential Job Functions
 Works as a member of a team and utilizes a family-centered, strength-based approach.
 Integrates new knowledge, initiatives and approaches when working with families such as, trauma informed care, in-home safety services and signs of safety.
 The majority of the work is done out in the community and in family’s homes. Must be comfortable with going in to varying levels of home settings.
 Receives, documents, and analyzes reports of alleged child maltreatment.
 Conducts thorough assessments through interviews, home visits and collateral contacts, to determine the range of services needed by these individuals and their families for preventative, remedial or rehabilitative services.
 Researches and secures informal supports to alleviate the need for formal services and ensure the family's success in the long term.
 
Coordinates or participates in family team meetings to bring both informal supports and formal service providers together to discuss how best to support the parent in making the necessary changes to ensure safety of their child.
 Provides social services per Wisconsin Statutes, court policies, and/or requirements of the program, state, or federal guidelines.
 In preparation for court hearings, writes court reports and permanency plans. May have to testify or provide information during court hearings. Maintains case records containing pertinent, accurate and current information.
 Fully completes required documentation in a timely fashion and in accordance with program requirements.
 Conducts ongoing safety and case evaluations to develop and update treatment plans to promote the child's safety, well-being, and permanency to lead to case closure. Permanency is achieved through reunification, transfer of guardianship or a termination of parental rights/adoption.
 Maintains skill and competence levels as policies and regulations change by attending department/staff meetings and by participating in continuing training as required and appropriate.
 Maintains confidentiality of client-related information, maintains respectful treatment of clients, and adheres to the La Crosse County Standards of Conduct in the Administrative Code (3.13).
 Adheres to approved social worker principles, methods, and practices, including the National Association of Social Worker's (NASW) code of ethics.
 Performs after hours on-call and intake duties, which includes working nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis.
 Reports to work when scheduled, with minimum use of sick leave. Employee is expected to build up sick leave balance for income protection for unexpected illness.
 In this public service position, employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Also establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors, and public officials.
 Physical demands: Large percentage of time is spent talking and hearing. Approximately half of time is spent sitting and using near and far vision, low fingering. A limited amount of time is spent standing, walking, climbing (using feet and legs), reaching, low to medium lifting and carrying (up to 35 lbs). Occasionally transports/carries a child or assists in transferring an adult. Occasionally it is necessary to stoop, kneel, and bend/twist. There is the threat of physical attack or injury from clients in unusual situations. Uses automobile, telephones, copy machines, computer/keyboard, dictating equipment.
 Related Job Functions
 Assists and provides back up to other Social Workers as necessary or required.
 May be required to work nights, weekends, or during community emergencies and/or disasters, when work may vary from normal job responsibilities.
 This job description is not intended to encompass every job duty or responsibility but is only illustrative. This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required.
 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 A person in this position must have a high level of resiliency to receive negative feedback and not take it personally.
 Ability to be organized and able to prioritize the workload.
 Ability to think critically and be able to articulate your thoughts.
 Knowledge of the philosophy, history and development of social welfare programs.
 Basic knowledge and understanding of human growth and behavior.
 Knowledge of current social and economic problems and the way in which these problems affect families and individuals.
 Knowledge of laws, regulations and practices pertaining to federal and state public welfare programs.
 Knowledge of resources for community welfare and health, and ways in which these resources may be used by people in need.
 Knowledge of eWISACWIS.
 Knowledge of Child Protective Services Access and Initial Assessment and Ongoing standards and Chapter 48 of the Wisconsin Statutes.
 Knowledge of Administrative Codes HFS 38, HFS 54, HFS 12, DCF 56 and DCF 58.
 Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse and neglect, child development and family systems.
 Knowledge of trauma-informed care and parenting practices.
 Knowledge of motivational interviewing.
 Knowledge of Safety Assessment and Planning for Child Protective Services.
 Knowledge of specific threats to child safety, assessment and safety planning.
 Ability to work with diverse populations.
 Ability to relate to people in an unprejudiced and understanding manner with concerns for their circumstances and feelings.
 Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
 Ability to plan and organize work to most effectively achieve program objectives.
 Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
 Ability to participate in, and appropriately use, available supervision.
 Ability to participate meaningfully in training provided by the agency, State Department, the University of Wisconsin Extension, and other resources.
 Ability to work closely with law enforcement, medical and court system personnel.
 Ability to analyze information and prioritize duties according to urgency.
 Ability to work in a fast paced environment with a need to multitask.
 Training, Experience and Other Requirements
 Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work (or any related college degree such as Sociology, Psychology or Criminal Justice).
 Minimum one year of experience working with children and families where child abuse or neglect was present, and familiarity with community resources.
 Experience in investigation, forensic interviewing, and working with law enforcement personnel in child abuse and neglect cases.
 Experience providing services, support and guidance within the trauma-informed care framework. Excellent facilitation, teaming and mediation skills evidenced by examples of successful work with persons and/or entities having differing backgrounds, beliefs, work practices, etc.
 Good computer and keyboarding skills for entering data, using various computer programs, using the internet, intranet and email.
 Valid driver's license and access to personal transportation, or other reliable means for city and rural travel. Certification by the State of Wisconsin as a Social Worker. If not certified at the time of application for employment with La Crosse County, must have applied to the State of Wisconsin for a Temporary or Training Certificate and obtain regular Certification within specified time limits.
 Must be certified, or willing to obtain certification, as a juvenile intake worker in the State of Wisconsin with powers to take children into physical custody per Chapter 48.
 Must be available and willing to participate in on-call rotation, which includes working nights, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: 
La Crosse County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
If you need accommodations for a disability during the selection or interview process, please get in touch with Human Resources at jobs@lacrossecounty.org.
 
Application Process: 
All applications must be submitted through our career website. Please ensure your application is complete and accurate,our hiring process highly values attention to detail.

SOCIAL WORKER - FOSTER CARE COORDINATOR

Apis Services Inc.

<div>Now Hiring: Foster Care Clinical Coordinator
Location(s): Monterey Park, CA 91754 and Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
We are currently looking for a Clinical Coordinator to join our Foster Care Team. As the Clinical Coordinator, you will work closely with all of our Southern California offices in ensuring the overall quality of the treatment program for foster youth placed with Trinity. Specific training regarding the requirements of the contracts will be provided.<ul><li>
The Clinical Coordinator will oversee the intake, discharge and on-going treatment of the youth and their families.</li><li>
Oversee the caseloads of the Therapists and ensure that the clinical treatment interventions are appropriate and adequate. Oversee and support the clinical team and coach/collaborate to ensure interventions are adequate and appropriate.</li><li>
Provide individual and group supervision for the Associate Therapists, including reviewing and co-signing of case notes, and other required clinical documentation.</li><li>
Represent the agency as needed.</li><li>
Ongoing training will be provided.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and program policies.</li></ul>
Skills/Requirements:<ul><li>
A Master&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field and Clinical Licensure (MFT or LCSW) required.</li><li>
Must have experience working in a clinical or therapeutic setting. Supervisory experience is a plus.</li><li>
Experience working with Department of Mental Health (DMH) or Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) contracts preferred.</li><li>
Experience with Electronic Health Record reporting preferred.</li><li>
Must be 21 years of age or older and able to pass a physical examination; drug clearance; criminal background check and Child Abuse Index check.</li><li>
Must possess a valid California driver&rsquo;s license with clean DMV history and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and be insurable by Trinity&rsquo;s insurance carrier.</li><li>
Must adhere to the general requirements established in the California Administrative Code, Title 22.</li><li>
Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely and produce quality documentation both orally and in writing.</li><li>
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.</li></ul>
Base Salary: $78,000 (unable to supervise interns), $80,000 (able to supervise interns).
Bonus Potential: Earn up to 4% of annual salary on annual evaluations based on achievement of goals. Additionally, each quarter, the clinical team is evaluated for productivity and timeliness and has the potential to be compensated up to 2.5% of annual salary each quarter (for a total of 10% annually) when the team averages 90% or higher on their productivity goals.
Why work for Trinity Youth Services?
In addition to providing employees with the opportunity to make a positive, significant, lasting difference in the lives of children and families in a supportive setting, Trinity also offers the following:<ul><li>
Health Insurance</li><li>
Dental Insurance</li><li>
Vision Insurance</li><li>
Employer-Paid Life Insurance</li><li>
Education Reimbursement for Masters Degrees</li><li>
Paid PTO, Holidays, Jury Duty, and Bereavement</li><li>
Retirement Plans</li><li>
Career Advancement Opportunities</li></ul>
About Trinity Youth Services
Since 1966, Trinity has been a premier provider of children&rsquo;s programs and services in California, specializing in Short-Term residential Therapeutic Programs (STRTP), mental health services, foster care, Intensive Services Foster Care (ISFC) and adoption. Since its inception, Trinity has helped more than 65,000 children and youth.
Trinity seeks team members with a genuine commitment to the empowerment of at-risk children and their families, and a willingness to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment, which requires dedication and a desire to have a positive impact on the lives of children who have experienced trauma. We believe that training and career development are keys to employee retention and satisfaction, and we prefer to promote from within.
Our Values
We value safety, well-being, and permanency for children and youth.
We value embracing research, best practices and proven approaches that help children and youth.
We value staff and are committed to providing them with the knowledge, skills, and tools to be successful.
We value the ability to adapt and change as the needs of our stakeholders adapt and change.
We value open, honest and transparent governance and management practices.
For more information about Trinity Youth Services, please visit our website at www.trinityys.org.
About Company
Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.
Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate&rsquo;s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.</div>

FOSTER CARE CLINICAL COORDINATOR

Greater Oregon Behavioral Health

<div>Description: Here at GOBHI, we understand and support diversity by appreciating it and encouraging it by creating a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are honored to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We have multiple job ads, please only apply to one.
GOBHI has an immediate opening for a full-time bilingual (Spanish) Regional Child Placement Coordinator (RCPC) and we are flexible on the home office location within the Portland to Woodburn, Oregon area.
The RCPC is responsible for providing foster children and foster parents with case management, counseling, and foster home support. The RCPC ensures that foster home is a sustainable alternative to residential care.
Essential duties include:<ul><li>
Case Management &ndash; utilize Collaborative Problem Solving, conduct ongoing case management and respectfully engage with youth, family, treatment teams, community partners and other GOBHI staff to support the goals of the child and family teams. Complete documentation within timelines and maintain compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR). Provide 24-hour crisis response at assigned times (in rotation with other team members).</li><li>
Certification &ndash; gather and analyze information and confirm safe, therapeutic, environments through interviews, observations, and other source materials of the proctor foster parents. Conduct home visits, assure compliance, and confirm a safe environment for children in care, re-assess certified families on an ongoing basis and assure recertification compliance requirements are met at a minimum of every year. Assist in the recruitment of new foster homes.</li><li>
Collaboration &ndash; Coordinate services with other agencies to support the child in care and proctor foster parents, partner with child and family team to support the needs of the child in care, travel to community meetings and events to represent GOBHI.</li></ul>
For a complete job description, please contact hr@gobhi.org Requirements:

What is needed to succeed in this role:<ul><li>
Experience/Education &ndash; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required with major study in social work, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field and two year&rsquo;s experience in the care and treatment of children and youth, or Master&rsquo;s degree with major study in social work or closely related field and at least one year experience in the care and treatment of children and youth.</li><li>
Communication skills &ndash; ability to present, recommend, and listen at a high functioning level.</li><li>
Flexible &ndash; able to multi-task in response to time-sensitive and changing situations.</li><li>
Strong planning and organizational skills and follows through.</li><li>
Positive attitude &ndash; ability to approach problems in a positive manner.</li><li>
Tech Savvy &ndash; Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Suites products.</li><li>
Maintain a good driving record and required vehicle insurance.</li><li>
Bilingual skills in Spanish required.</li></ul>
What we offer:<ul><li>
Competitive salary &ndash; $29.81 hourly</li><li>
Additional $2.00 per hour compensation for proven bilingual skills in Spanish</li><li>
Medical, dental and vision insurance for you and dependents</li><li>
Generous paid time off</li><li>
Professional Development Assistance of $1500</li><li>
EAP</li><li>
FSA, with a $500 employer contribution</li><li>
Triple AAA insurance</li><li>
Mileage reimbursement</li><li>
Wellness benefits</li><li>
401k contribution</li><li>
Cell phone and internet reimbursements</li></ul>
About GOBHI:
Founded in 1994, Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc. is an innovative behavioral health organization that serves communities across Oregon. GOBHI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that is charged with administering the behavioral health Medicaid benefit, non-emergent medical transportation and community engagement in 12 rural and frontier counties in Oregon.
GOBHI is a co-owner of the Eastern Oregon Coordinated Care Organization, along with Moda Health, and also provides various direct services statewide. GOBHI is committed to better health, better care, and lower costs. Please visit www.gobhi.org to learn more about our mission and services.</div>

Bilingual Foster Care Case Manager (hybrid in Oregon)

<div>Description: Here at GOBHI, we understand and support diversity by appreciating it and encouraging it by creating a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are honored to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We have multiple job ads, please only apply to one.
GOBHI has an immediate opening for a full-time bilingual (Spanish) Regional Child Placement Coordinator (RCPC) and we are flexible on the home office location within the Portland to Woodburn, Oregon area.
The RCPC is responsible for providing foster children and foster parents with case management, counseling, and foster home support. The RCPC ensures that foster home is a sustainable alternative to residential care.
Essential duties include:<ul><li>
Case Management &ndash; utilize Collaborative Problem Solving, conduct ongoing case management and respectfully engage with youth, family, treatment teams, community partners and other GOBHI staff to support the goals of the child and family teams. Complete documentation within timelines and maintain compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR). Provide 24-hour crisis response at assigned times (in rotation with other team members).</li><li>
Certification &ndash; gather and analyze information and confirm safe, therapeutic, environments through interviews, observations, and other source materials of the proctor foster parents. Conduct home visits, assure compliance, and confirm a safe environment for children in care, re-assess certified families on an ongoing basis and assure recertification compliance requirements are met at a minimum of every year. Assist in the recruitment of new foster homes.</li><li>
Collaboration &ndash; Coordinate services with other agencies to support the child in care and proctor foster parents, partner with child and family team to support the needs of the child in care, travel to community meetings and events to represent GOBHI.</li></ul>
For a complete job description, please contact hr@gobhi.org Requirements:

What is needed to succeed in this role:<ul><li>
Experience/Education &ndash; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required with major study in social work, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field and two year&rsquo;s experience in the care and treatment of children and youth, or Master&rsquo;s degree with major study in social work or closely related field and at least one year experience in the care and treatment of children and youth.</li><li>
Communication skills &ndash; ability to present, recommend, and listen at a high functioning level.</li><li>
Flexible &ndash; able to multi-task in response to time-sensitive and changing situations.</li><li>
Strong planning and organizational skills and follows through.</li><li>
Positive attitude &ndash; ability to approach problems in a positive manner.</li><li>
Tech Savvy &ndash; Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Suites products.</li><li>
Maintain a good driving record and required vehicle insurance.</li><li>
Bilingual skills in Spanish required.</li></ul>
What we offer:<ul><li>
Competitive salary &ndash; $29.81 hourly</li><li>
Additional $2.00 per hour compensation for proven bilingual skills in Spanish</li><li>
Medical, dental and vision insurance for you and dependents</li><li>
Generous paid time off</li><li>
Professional Development Assistance of $1500</li><li>
EAP</li><li>
FSA, with a $500 employer contribution</li><li>
Triple AAA insurance</li><li>
Mileage reimbursement</li><li>
Wellness benefits</li><li>
401k contribution
</li><li>Cell phone and internet reimbursements</li></ul>
About GOBHI:
Founded in 1994, Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc. is an innovative behavioral health organization that serves communities across Oregon. GOBHI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that is charged with administering the behavioral health Medicaid benefit, non-emergent medical transportation and community engagement in 12 rural and frontier counties in Oregon.
GOBHI is a co-owner of the Eastern Oregon Coordinated Care Organization, along with Moda Health, and also provides various direct services statewide. GOBHI is committed to better health, better care, and lower costs. Please visit www.gobhi.org to learn more about our mission and services.</div>

Necco

<div>
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 
 Necco has an opportunity for a career as
 
 Foster Care Case Manager
 
 . This role will work with the child and foster parent(s) to help the child reach their goals. In addition, this role will also work with foster families to ensure their growth and development.
 
 
 Case Managers will work with clients in an office, community, school setting, and in the foster home. This position will add value to the company by equipping the child and foster parent (s) with the support and resources needed to achieve permanency.
 
 
 
 The Candidate Selected Will Be Responsible For The Following
 
 
 
 
 Placement/Intake/Assessment
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Participate in the referral matching process for children and families, while advocating for best possible home match.
 </li>
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 Facilitate and develop each child&rsquo;s Initial Treatment Plan and Comprehensive Treatment Plan
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 Facilitate and/or ensure completion of appropriate Assessments, i.e. Biopsychosocial, Independent Living, Diagnostic, etc.
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 Refer foster child to applicable support services, i.e. behavioral health, independent living, etc.
 </li>
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 Ensure initial legal documentation is obtained prior to placement or service delivery
 </li>
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 Ensure that appropriate safety plans are developed during intake
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Ongoing Treatment/Discharge
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and facilitate each consumer&rsquo;s Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP)
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist foster parents and the foster child with the implementation, tracking, and monitoring of the Comprehensive Treatment Plan
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish relationships of foster parent and foster child through training and support
 </li>
 <li>
 Meet and/or exceed all state and licensure regulations regarding contact with the foster children on your caseload
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that foster children receive all required medical and therapy services as outlined in the service plan
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as liaison between Necco and placement agency and all necessary community resource entities
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in service meetings which may include community support representatives, consumer&rsquo;s guardian, state worker, outpatient clinician, foster parents, school system, and other invested parties
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish relationships with school and education personnel to ensure the child is meeting education goals/requirements
 </li>
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 Provide ongoing training and support to foster parents and children
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor and review documentation to ensure that it meets all state, licensure and accreditation requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain confidentiality as outlined in policy
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide input and/or assist team members in Corrective Action Plan (CAP) for foster parents and execute any assigned tasks related to the CAP.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor and review medication logs to ensure foster parents are compliant medication administration.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that discharge planning includes referral to aftercare services, as applicable
 </li>
 <li>
 Complete home visits as required by rules
 </li>
 <li>
 Delivers services to clients across multiple environments, including in-home and community-based settings, and is required to transport clients as needed and travel between locations as essential functions of the position
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Crisis Prevention/Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Participate in weekly rotating &ldquo;on-call&rdquo; schedule to provide on-call advisory and support to children and foster parents,
 </li>
 <li>
 Document and report any on-call activities and follow-up with team leaders
 </li>
 <li>
 Report to supervisor or to designated authorities any instances of non-compliance with Necco, regulatory rules/policies, reports of abuse or suspected abuse, neglect, or suicidal ideations - immediately
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure all critical incidents are staffed with team leaders and entered into the Electronic Health Record within established timeframes.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Data Entry
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Complete and Submit Medicaid documentation as appropriate
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure complete and accurate data is entered into the Electronic Health Record in accordance with state rules and regulations and company protocol, i.e. ECEM, General Contact, Academic supports, medical information, etc.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Team Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Transfer established/stable caseload and foster homes to new Case Managers and mentor them through the transition
 </li>
 <li>
 Support teammates to ensure all foster children receive Necco standard services
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that foster parents and case managers needs are met during staff periods of transition
 </li>
 <li>
 Attend and participate in self-directed tactical meetings and activities
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in achieving our mission: We Build Families
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in the performance quality improvement process and execute any assigned tasks related to the process
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that all employee-related documents are current and up to date for your employee personnel file
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Position Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 21 years of age
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree or Master's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 The degree must be supplemented by at least 7 hours in behavioral sciences, such as social work, psychology, and sociology
 </li>
 <li>
 One year of casework experience can be substituted for the 7 hours
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Valid Driver&rsquo;s License
 </li>
 <li>
 Limited Liability Auto Insurance Coverage of 100/300/100
 </li>
 <li>
 Organizational, and Written/Oral Communications skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Must have the skills necessary to navigate and execute several software&rsquo;s (i.e. Microsoft offices, Databases, Electronic Health Records, Dashboards, etc.)
 </li>
 <li>
 Successful completion of all required Criminal Background checks and drug screenings per state and company regulations
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to adhere to scheduled and unplanned deadlines
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to travel and attend training
 </li>
 <li>
 Successful completion of all required training pertaining to job
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 At Necco, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable work environment. We embrace individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and creativity, and we actively seek candidates from all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages to join our organization. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to all qualified individuals, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
</div>

Case Manager - Foster Care (GA)

<div>Position Summary:

Necco has an opportunity for a career as Foster Care Case Manager . This role will work with the child and foster parent(s) to help the child reach their goals. In addition, this role will also work with foster families to ensure their growth and development. 


Case Managers will work with clients in an office, community, school setting, and in the foster home. This position will add value to the company by equipping the child and foster parent (s) with the support and resources needed to achieve permanency. 


The candidate selected will be responsible for the following:

Placement/Intake/Assessment
<ul>
<li>Participate in the referral matching process for children and families, while advocating for best possible home match.</li>
<li>Facilitate and develop each child&rsquo;s Initial Treatment Plan and Comprehensive Treatment Plan</li>
<li>Facilitate and/or ensure completion of appropriate Assessments, i.e. Biopsychosocial, Independent Living, Diagnostic, etc.</li>
<li>Refer foster child to applicable support services, i.e. behavioral health, independent living, etc.</li>
<li>Ensure initial legal documentation is obtained prior to placement or service delivery</li>
<li>Ensure that appropriate safety plans are developed during intake</li></ul> 


Ongoing Treatment/Discharge
<ul>
<li>Develop and facilitate each consumer&rsquo;s Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP)</li>
<li>Assist foster parents and the foster child with the implementation, tracking, and monitoring of the Comprehensive Treatment Plan</li>
<li>Establish relationships of foster parent and foster child through training and support</li>
<li>Meet and/or exceed all state and licensure regulations regarding contact with the foster children on your caseload</li>
<li>Ensure that foster children receive all required medical and therapy services as outlined in the service plan</li>
<li>Serve as liaison between Necco and placement agency and all necessary community resource entities</li>
<li>Participate in service meetings which may include community support representatives, consumer&rsquo;s guardian, state worker, outpatient clinician, foster parents, school system, and other invested parties</li>
<li>Establish relationships with school and education personnel to ensure the child is meeting education goals/requirements</li>
<li>Provide ongoing training and support to foster parents and children</li>
<li>Monitor and review documentation to ensure that it meets all state, licensure and accreditation requirements</li>
<li>Maintain confidentiality as outlined in policy</li>
<li>Provide input and/or assist team members in Corrective Action Plan (CAP) for foster parents and execute any assigned tasks related to the CAP.</li>
<li>Monitor and review medication logs to ensure foster parents are compliant medication administration.</li>
<li>Ensure that discharge planning includes referral to aftercare services, as applicable</li>
<li>Complete home visits as required by rules</li>
<li>Delivers services to clients across multiple environments, including in-home and community-based settings, and is required to transport clients as needed and travel between locations as essential functions of the position</li></ul> 


Crisis Prevention/Management
<ul>
<li>Participate in weekly rotating &ldquo;on-call&rdquo; schedule to provide on-call advisory and support to children and foster parents,</li>
<li>Document and report any on-call activities and follow-up with team leaders</li>
<li>Report to supervisor or to designated authorities any instances of non-compliance with Necco, regulatory rules/policies, reports of abuse or suspected abuse, neglect, or suicidal ideations - immediately</li>
<li>Ensure all critical incidents are staffed with team leaders and entered into the Electronic Health Record within established timeframes.</li>
</ul>
Data Entry
<ul>
<li>Complete and Submit Medicaid documentation as appropriate</li>
<li>Ensure complete and accurate data is entered into the Electronic Health Record in accordance with state rules and regulations and company protocol, i.e. ECEM, General Contact, Academic supports, medical information, etc.</li></ul> 


Team Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Transfer established/stable caseload and foster homes to new Case Managers and mentor them through the transition</li>
<li>Support teammates to ensure all foster children receive Necco standard services</li>
<li>Ensure that foster parents and case managers needs are met during staff periods of transition</li>
<li>Attend and participate in self-directed tactical meetings and activities</li>
<li>Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor</li>
<li>Participate in achieving our mission: We Build Families</li>
<li>Participate in the performance quality improvement process and execute any assigned tasks related to the process</li>
<li>Ensure that all employee-related documents are current and up to date for your employee personnel file</li></ul> 


Position Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>21 years of age</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree or Master's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
<ul><li>The degree must be supplemented by at least 7 hours in behavioral sciences, such as social work, psychology, and sociology</li>
<li> One year of casework experience can be substituted for the 7 hours</li>
</ul></li><li>Valid Driver&rsquo;s License</li>
<li>Limited Liability Auto Insurance Coverage of 100/300/100</li>
<li>Organizational, and Written/Oral Communications skills</li>
<li>Must have the skills necessary to navigate and execute several software&rsquo;s (i.e. Microsoft offices, Databases, Electronic Health Records, Dashboards, etc.)</li>
<li>Successful completion of all required Criminal Background checks and drug screenings per state and company regulations</li>
<li>Ability to adhere to scheduled and unplanned deadlines</li>
<li>Willingness to travel and attend training</li>
<li>Successful completion of all required training pertaining to job</li></ul> 


At Necco, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable work environment. We embrace individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and creativity, and we actively seek candidates from all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages to join our organization. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to all qualified individuals, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.</div>

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