What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Wellspring Lutheran Services?
Description
At Wellspring every role is an opportunity to change lives. As a Case Manager with our Foster Care Program, you will be part of a statewide team dedicated to strengthening children and families through support, care and connection. We believe in meeting people where they are, building on their strengths, and creating pathways for lasting stability and growth.
You’ll be part of a team of social workers committed to helping families and children in and around Otsego and Alpena counties. In this position, you'll be directly supporting communities across the region to help families and children get the resources they need. You will have a bachelor's degree in social work or a human services related field, a current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance. You will also be reliable, and have a responsible attitude, a compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do.
As a Case Manager, you will:
You may be wondering why Wellspring would be a good option for you. Here are some of the benefits of being part of the foster care team with Wellspring:
1260 S Otsego Ave.
Gaylord, MI 49735
At Wellspring every role is an opportunity to change lives. As a Case Manager with our Foster Care Program, you will be part of a statewide team dedicated to strengthening children and families through support, care and connection. We believe in meeting people where they are, building on their strengths, and creating pathways for lasting stability and growth.
You’ll be part of a team of social workers committed to helping families and children in and around Otsego and Alpena counties. In this position, you'll be directly supporting communities across the region to help families and children get the resources they need. You will have a bachelor's degree in social work or a human services related field, a current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance. You will also be reliable, and have a responsible attitude, a compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do.
As a Case Manager, you will:
- Coordinate the development, review and implementation of services, case management, safety/behavior intervention plans and treatments provided to individuals served.
- Coordinate all community referrals, resources and services to the family.
- Oversee all services provided to individuals and their families, monitor the quality of care, ensure compliance with contractual terms and monitor regulatory program compliance.
- Coordinate and monitor the implementation of required medical and dental services for all foster children.
- Visit each assigned child at least once each month in the foster home.
- Maintain accurate records, confidentiality and timely reports.
- Prepare court reports and petitions, and attend court hearings to provide testimony to support the permanency, safety and well-being of the child/family.
- Coordinate visitation and supervise children with parents, siblings and relatives.
- Act as a liaison with schools and other community agencies.
- Attend staff meetings and treatment planning meetings as required.
- Transport clients (as needed)
- Engage and encourage family member participation in services and case planning to address needs.
- Provide emergency, on-call interventions after hours and on holidays, as required.
- Integrate learning from required DHHS training into day-to-day responsibilities.
You may be wondering why Wellspring would be a good option for you. Here are some of the benefits of being part of the foster care team with Wellspring:
- You'll be part of a dedicated and caring team of social workers, administrative professionals and support staff
- You'll receive supervision and help as needed.
- You'll have support from our support staff with administrative duties such as filing and requesting documentation.
- Your starting salary will be$43,800 / year, based off experience
- Hybrid: You'll have a flexible work schedule and be expected to travel throughout community to see families and children in-home throughout Otsego and Alpena counties
- You'll work full-time, 40 hours / week
- You'll take part in a on-call rotation with the team
- You'll receive mileage reimbursement
- You'll be able to enroll in our benefits such as Health, Vision & Dental insurance, 403b Retirement plans, PTO, Paid Holidays
- You'll have the flexibility to be paid on demand with DailyPay
- You'll have access to Wellspring SupportLinc, which is an employee assistance plan
1260 S Otsego Ave.
Gaylord, MI 49735
Salary : $43,800
