Case Manager - Shelter

Firefly Children & Family Alliance is currently seeking a Case Manager in Indianapolis, IN. You Will Client Progress - Monitoring and Coaching (50 %) Coach collaboratively, maintaining a balance between teaching and coaching. Assist families/youth in obtaining their goals. Provide education and support to respite families/youth. Provide transportation to families/youth as needed. Communicate with schools and various institutions related to families/youth. Respond to all crisis calls when on call and manage/staff those situations. Service Plans / Goal Development (20 %) Request DCS case plans. Review and update plans and goals. Placement updates – communicate with FCMs on placement progress. Develop a network of relationships with agencies in the community & participate in CFTM's (Child & Family Team meetings). Work collaboratively with other social welfare agencies & Shelter NACS liaison. Refer when appropriate to community agencies based on needs. Intake and Needs Assessment (15 %) Support Assistant Director with management of intake process. Complete initial needs assessment and determine crisis situations. Tier support. CANS support. Ensure data tracking – RHYMIS/HMIS. Adhere to and follow Children's Bureau professional standards. Reporting (15 %) Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards. Prepare written reports for the Department of Child Services / Probation office / RHYMIS within identified timeframes. You Have A bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field is required. Ability to travel between appointments in order to support the children and families in the community. A valid driver's license and insurance. Knowledgeable regarding social service systems within the state. Clear, effective communication skills. Knowledge of and adherence to current confidentiality practices. Appreciation for and ability to respond to cultural differences. Ability to develop and maintain relevant networks of key contacts. Adept prioritization and time management abilities. In terms of experience, we prefer that you have one to two years in child welfare or similar field. Our Benefits Student Loan Repayment Tuition Reimbursement Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance Over 150 hours of PTO first year and 12 paid holidays Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Equal Employment Opportunity Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Firefly Children & Family Alliance