Social Work Case Manager

Job Title: Social Services / Case Manager (Child & Family Support Exp) Duration: 6+ Months Payrate: $ 23.00 Per Hour On W2 Without Benefits Description: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Sociology, Psychology, Family and Child Development, Counseling, Gerontology, Guidance and Counseling, or a related human services field; or a Bachelor's degree in any field with 3–5 years of related human services experience. Thorough knowledge of social work principles, practices, and ethics. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing Child Protective Services and human service programs. Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques, counseling methods, and support services for children and families. Experience with case management principles, service planning, and coordinating community resources. Ability to assess child safety, family functioning, and risk factors. Strong interviewing, communication, documentation, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients, community partners, schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and court personnel. Proficiency in electronic case management systems and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to manage multiple cases while meeting required deadlines and documentation standards. Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the service area to conduct field visits. Responsibilities: Investigate reports of suspected child abuse and neglect through family assessments and investigations. Conduct follow-up visits to children and families in homes, hospitals, schools, childcare facilities, foster homes, and other community locations. Interview children, parents, guardians, relatives, medical personnel, educators, law enforcement officers, and other collateral contacts to gather information and assess safety. Evaluate family situations to determine immediate and ongoing safety risks and recommend appropriate interventions. Ensure the safety and well-being of children by implementing safety plans and, when necessary, participating in the removal of children in accordance with agency policies and legal requirements. Develop, implement, and monitor case plans designed to improve family functioning and achieve permanency goals. Prepare, maintain, and update detailed case documentation, investigative reports, assessments, court reports, and service plans in the agency's electronic case management system. Participate in Family Partnership Meetings, multidisciplinary staffing meetings, court proceedings, and other case conferences. Coordinate services and referrals to community agencies for counseling, housing, financial assistance, substance abuse treatment, parenting education, domestic violence services, and other supportive programs. Complete courtesy requests and coordinate services with other jurisdictions as assigned. Respond promptly to customer inquiries received by telephone, email, or in person while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement agencies, attorneys, courts, and community organizations to ensure coordinated service delivery. Monitor compliance with court orders, safety plans, and service agreements and document client progress. Maintain compliance with all agency policies, Child Protective Services regulations, confidentiality requirements, and applicable federal and state laws. Prioritize and manage a high-volume caseload while meeting statutory deadlines and agency performance standards. Perform other related duties as assigned in support of the Family Services Division.