BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE
Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults.
Firefly Children & Family Alliance is looking for a full or part-time Home-based Case Manager in Hartford City, Indiana. You will serve Delaware and Blackford counties. Case Managers provide services to families in the families' homes on a routine basis to assist them in obtaining their goals. You will need to provide education and support to these families and transportation. You will support your clients by attending court, responding to crisis and stabilizing family functioning. This position is field based and will work out in the community.
You Will:
(Family Progress - Monitoring and Coaching (50%)
Coach collaboratively – maintaining a balance between teaching and serving
Visit each youth/family on a routine and 'pop in' schedule
Assist youth/families in achieving their goals
Provide education and support to youth/families
Provide transportation to youth/families
Attend court with clients and render recommendations
Communicate with schools and multiple institutions related to youth/family matters
Respond to all crisis calls and manage those situations
Create plans, including goals, for each youth/family
Update plans and goals
Develop relationships with agencies in the community
Work with other social welfare agencies
Determine 'crisis' situations
Visit each youth/family to gather necessary information to complete the assessment
Follow Firefly Children & Family Alliance professional standards
Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards
Prepare written reports for the Department of Child Services / Probation office within identified timeframes
You Have:
- Bachelor's degree in social work or related field is required.
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- A valid driver's license and insurance with no more than 6 points on driving record
- Travel between appointments to service clients within their community
- Knowledgeable regarding social service systems within the state
- Knowledge of and adherence to current confidentiality practices
- Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences
- Develop relevant networks of contacts
Our Benefits:
- Student Loan Repayment
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance
- Over 150 hours of PTO first year and 12 paid holidays
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
At Firefly Children and Family Alliance, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Therefore, we encourage persons who represent the diverse identities and lived experiences of the clients and communities we serve to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.
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