Case Manager

We're hiring superheroes to help shape the future of foster care. Do you want to be part of changing the lives of children in foster care
who've been abused, abandoned, neglected, and experienced unspeakable trauma?

Make an impact: Working at the speed of social change, we create value for our stakeholders (children, families, and communities) by delivering solutions that empower relationships. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can stretch yourself and make an impact.

Learn and grow: If you're purpose-driven, passionate, innovative, collaborative, resilient, and have a growth mindset, we’re committed to growing your capabilities. We are building a leadership and learning organization where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, be mentored, grow as a leader from the minute you're hired, and expand your capabilities. Our employees are doctors, engineers, therapists, entrepreneurs, social workers, and nurturing human beings who work out loud and share their knowledge to enhance each other’s growth.

Benefits: Competitive Compensation, Work-life Balance, Vacation, PTO, & Medical

If you’re good at what you do, you can work anywhere. If you’re the best at what you do, come work at LTAI & ACTS II Ministry For Teens.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Case Managers are accountable to the Quality Supervisors as well as the Chief Administrator for working with an Administrative Team in the planning and oversight of assigned aspects of the youth residential experience. Case managers will be responsible for assessing each youth in a CANS and FANS assessment and putting the services in place in order for the youth to be successful. Case managers will also be responsible for working in correlation with youth family members, MDHHS workers, and other community agencies. They will facilitate Family Team Meetings and will attend all IEP meetings, school enrollment and orientation, school conferences, court hearings, adoption meetings and any other meetings that support the youth and their transition. Case managers will work with local community resources to put services in place that best serve each youth and their direct needs. Case managers will assist with identifying mentors and support people for their youth.

Case managers will participate in the development of initial service plans within 30 calendar days of the youth placement with LTAI and quarterly thereafter. They will work in correlation with the Independent Living skills trainer, Chief Administrator, Case Manager Supervisor, and other members of the LTAI administrative team to ensure that youth (and potential family members) are prepared for a transition from LTAI. Case managers will provide case management service and aftercare services to discharged youth for up to one calendar year.

Our mission statement is: “Empowering and Equipping Youth for Success Beyond Foster Care.”

Our vision statement is: “Develop thriving young adults to transform families and communities.”

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Responsible for verbally de-escalating and resolving conflict, aggression, & anger, etc.

· Enforce all LTAI & ACTS II policies.

· Complete appropriate paperwork during your shift (i.e. incident reports, one-on-one reports, electronic communication log, etc.).

· Must be able to sympathize with resident’s needs and feelings regardless of resident’s race, social, ethnic, and religious background

· Case Managers must attend all monthly staff meetings and training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· B.A. or B.S. Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited college

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Familiarity with computers, the Internet, email, and Microsoft Office Suite

· Valid Michigan driver’s license.

· Reliable transportation and telephone.

· Possess strong leadership skills, conflict mediation skills, and positive decision-making skills.

· Must possess the social skills to interact positively and objectively with residents, staff, and administrators.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Prior experience working with individuals that may have mental health diagnoses, cognitive impairments, or disabilities.

· Experience with culturally diverse groups.

· 2-3 years’ experience working with cognitively impaired & developmentally disabled youth.

COMPETENCIES:

· Customer/Client Focus.

· Decision Making.

· Leadership.

· Ethical Conduct.

· Teamwork Orientation.

· Problem Solving/Critical Thinking

· Strategic Thinking

· Conflict Resolution

· Collaborative

· Integrity

· Good moral character

· High-level/Excellence in Service Delivery

· Highly effective written and oral communication skills

· Multi-tasking

· Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision is a must.

· Detail-oriented and able to work with and abide by state and organizational rules and policies.

· Professionalism/Excellent Professional Etiquette

· Excellent organizational skills

· Excellent computer and internet skills

· Innovative

· Passion for serving teenage youth

· Relationship-Oriented

· People-Centered

· Purpose-Driven

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This job operates in a home-like setting working with youth ages 10-17. The position will require consistent interaction, focused engagement, ability to adapt in a fast paced environment, and daily supervision of youth.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

Our facility is open and staffed 24/7, 365 days a year. The position is part time or full-time Monday through Sunday. Extended hours may be necessary as needed to assist and/or cover staffing during program hours.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

B.A. or B.S. Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited college with preferable experience in a Child Caring Institution, Child Placing Agency, AFC home, or related human services field.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be able to successfully pass fingerprinting, abuse/neglect registry, pre-employment drug test and physical, driving record clearance process, and criminal background check.

2. Have a strong working knowledge of computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite.

3. Follow HIPAA guidelines and maintain confidentiality.

4. Must have a Michigan valid driver’s license.

5. Reliable transportation and telephone.