Child Welfare Case Manager- Sign On Bonus!
Company: Lutheran Services Florida
Location: Bradenton
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children
are safe, families are strong and communities are vibrant.LSF is
looking for a talented Child Welfare Case Manager who wants to make
an impact in the lives of children and families.We're offering
SIGN-ON BONUSES!New case managers - general sign-on bonus of
$1,500Provisionally Certified Case Managers (no need for
pre-service training - able to take cases immediately and work
toward full certification) - $2,000.00Fully Certified Case Managers
(can assume full caseload - no need for training) - $3,000.00Paid
in 2 increments at 3 months and 6 months of employment.-- -Purpose
& ImpactThe purpose of the Child Welfare Case Manager, in
partnership with various individuals and groups within the child
welfare system and community, is to ensure and promote the--
-social, physical, psychological and emotional well-being-- -and
safety of the children and families they serve.The Case Manager
maintains case ownership responsibility as the integrator of all
services and supports identified for each child, including therapy,
mental health services, health and dentistry, developmental
services, educational support, permanency and safety.The Case
Manager manages cases toward goals recorded in case plans while
adhering to Florida Statutes, Administrative Code, written policies
and orders of the Dependency Court. The Case Manager reports to the
Case Management Supervisor. A Day in The Life of a Child Welfare
Case Manager.Essential FunctionsMeet with children and families in
their primary residence within 2 working days of case
assignmentComplete family assessments within specified
timeframeConduct home visits with children according to the
required frequency, but no less than every 25 daysPrepare for,
attend, and participate in all court activities as
necessary.Complete and submit court documentation within in
required time framesArrange for, attend, and participate in
individual case staffings as necessary.Complete all required
staffing and application packets.Negotiate and develop a case plan
in collaboration with the parents, Guardian Ad Litem, foster
parents and other pertinent parties with the goal of reunification
or other permanency for the childAccurately 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.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.Submit timely service requests to the lead agency
Utilization Management DepartmentProvide clients with timely
referrals to servicesConduct initial and/or ongoing child safety
assessments as required. Prepare initial and on-going safety plans
as necessary.Arrange for emergency placement, emergency medical
treatment, and emergency services for children at risk.Conduct
diligent searches for parents and family members when deemed
necessarythoroughly document that the effort has been made to find
the parents and family members.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.Transport
children as needed.Ensure that all Independent Living functions are
completed as requiredAttend all appointments, staff meetings,
trainings, seminars, workshops, etc., as necessary and as required
by the supervisor.Function as agency on-call Case Manager as
scheduled.Organize, prioritize and complete all work assignments by
the established deadlines.Work Environment and Physical
DemandsQualificationsCompetencies (Skills/Knowledge &
Abilities)Strong written and verbal communication skillsTechnical
proficiency (Including Microsoft Office and typing)Advanced
self-management, planning and organization skillsAbility to
demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and
socioeconomic characteristics and needsRequired/Preferred Education
and ExperienceMinimum of 1-year relevant experienceBachelor's
degree in a Human Services field, degree in Social Work required.--
--- -Additional eligibility qualificationsValid state driver's
license and appropriate auto liability insurance required.Ability
and flexibility to work extended hours, respond to emergencies
during off hours, and frequent travel locally and through state as
requiredMust obtain certification within 1 yearWhy work for LSF?--
--- -LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a
wide range of populations in need.?Mission Driven-- -staff members
become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of--
-those in need. Our staff additionally find-- -growth
opportunities-- -as they explore areas of interest within
the?organization.??-- --- -Amazing benefits package-- -including:--
-Medical, Dental and Vision-- -Teledoc (24/7-- -online access to
Doctors)-- -Employee Assistance Program (EAP)-- -Employer paid life
insurance (1X salary)-- -13 paid holidays + 1 floating-- -holiday--
-Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)-- -403(b)
Retirement-- -plan-- -with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3%
student loan repayment reimbursement-- -Tuition reimbursement-- ---
-Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity,-- -equity-- -and
inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal
opportunity?employer.-- -
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