Case Manager

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Case Manager is a non-exempt position responsible for the delivery of case management services to at-risk families of child abuse and neglect, including parenting skills training, home safety and life skills, job placement, housing, and other support services in order to reduce the likelihood of any child abuse or neglect incidents.

• Provide case management services in accordance with guidelines and manual requirements as established by the funding source.
• Screen, assess, and evaluate clients in their homes to assess their basic needs and establish advocacy relationships with the client, family/guardian, and or significant other.
• Provide information, referral, and follow-up for appropriate ancillary and support services.
• Resolve service delivery problems.
• Maintain established productivity requirements.
• Must ensure concise and timely completion of all paperwork or documentation, including but not limited to, administrative, clinical, or case load requirements.
• Ensure and safeguard the human and legal rights of clients and their families and co-employees at all times.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $45,000 salary
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in the human services or related field, plus two (2) years of experience working with children and families.
• Must be bilingual in Spanish or Creole.
• Knowledge of community organizations and resources; ability to create relationships with community organizations
• Ability to conduct formal and informal meetings.
• Ability to deal professionally, courteously, and efficiently with people.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic environment.
• Ability to work under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in diversified areas in the field at any given time of the year.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.
• Ability to lift and/or carry case files, office supplies, donations, etc, up to 25 pounds when required.
• Potential exposure to clients who may be verbally and/or physically aggressive.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases.
• Participate in continued education/training each year.
• Must have a valid driver's license with auto insurance coverage.

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor's and Master's level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers' compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization's background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.