The Case Manager is responsible for assessing the needs of the children in care and facilitating their safe and timely release. They do so by submitting plans, assessments, and any other related information required to compile a comprehensive case file. Additionally, this position ensures communication with all services provided to the children in care including both internal and external case staffing by maintaining an understanding of all internal and external policy requirements as it pertains to the coordination of services. In line with our dedication to child focused delivery of care, all clinicians and case managers are required to conduct ongoing, in-person child services weekly for a child under their care. In-person meetings must take place at the child’s place of residence. Company vehicles are available on a scheduled basis or when using a personal vehicle gas milage reimbursed at Government rates is available.
All roles within the programs have a common focus on creating safety for the children we serve. By building trust, we work towards helping children feel supported and empowered to live their lives. We seek compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated individuals. Neighborhood Ministries is a faith-based organization with a strong culture of growth and lifelong learning.
*HIRING BONUS AVAILABLE UP TO $3,000*
Essential Functions:
1. Conduct initial intake interviews and assessments of children which include gathering all information according to internal and external policy requirements
2. Ensure case files are maintained in a timely and accurate manner to meet internal and external agency-reporting standards. This includes SalesForce and the UC Portal.
3. Facilitate the reunification process between the children in care and their sponsors.
4. Conduct the Safety and Well Being follow up calls.
5. Submit complete and accurate documentation for review.
6. Aid with external attorney to client contact as requested by children.
7. Attend internal and external child case trainings including ORR trainings.
8. Travel as needed for trainings, conferences, or to transport children to destinations located within the U.S.
9. Maintain all confidentiality regarding all children in our care
10. Provide weekly in - person services to the children in care
Required Qualifications:
· Bilingual in English/Spanish, must be able to translate documentation
· Bachelor’s degree required in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Counseling, Education, or other relevant areas of study
· 1-year experience volunteering, interning, or working with children
· Microsoft Excel and Outlook skills
· Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
· Effective communication skills
· Required to work a flexible schedule to facilitate program services
· Cleared Tuberculosis results
· Hold a valid United States driver’s license for at least 3 years
· Obtain Level One AZ Fingerprint Clearance card
· Required to work a flexible schedule to facilitate program services
We invite you to join our company which strives for innovative and child-centered approaches in our short/long term foster care and group homes. We believe in always putting the child first mentally, emotionally, and physically. Here at Neighborhood Ministries all employees are TCIF Certified and hold a high standard of making sure all aspects of the work we do are rooted in being trauma-informed, including being a child restraint-free organization.
**What We Offer**
- 401k Match Program
- Competitive Wages
- Hybrid Schedule- Position Dependent
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Optional Basic Family Health Benefits at No Cost To The Employee
- Monthly Team Lunches
- 4+ Weeks of New Hire Training
- Certified TCIF Training*
*TCIF is a crisis prevention and intervention model for childcare agencies. It assists organizations in preventing crises from occurring, de-escalating potential crises, managing acute physical behavior, and reducing potential and actual injury to young people and staff, teaches young people positive coping skills, and helps create learning organizations.
Visit our Employment Opportunities page (https://nmphx.com/get-involved/employment-opportunities/) for more details.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $53,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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Application Question(s):
- At least 21 years of age?
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Work Location: In person