Foster Care Case Manager

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Category: Foster Care Case Manager Position: Foster Care Case Manager Salary: $44,200 - $50,450 Status: Salaried/Exempt *Sign-on bonus offered to relevant/non-expired CWTI trained individuals. This is a professional position that provides case management of assigned caseload working with assigned Agency consumers, their families, and the foster families. This position also provides instructive counseling activities, assisting with treatment goals, and placement planning and care in compliance with the requirements of applicable local, state, and federal regulatory and/or other accrediting agencies. The Ennis Center for Children has been in operation since 1978 and has helped numerous children throughout the state of Michigan! Approximately 10,000 children in Michigan are involved in the child welfare system. Do you find yourself driven to help those children achieve lasting permanence? Are you an energetic and kind person, who wants to change the world one family at a time? The Ennis Center for Children is the place for you! Qualifications Bachelor's degree in social work or other related field as required by the State's licensing guidelines. Experience in a child placing agency preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Reliable transportation. Satisfactory completion of all employment eligibility and Agency hiring requirements. Responsibilities Ensures accurate, professional, and timely completion of all required reports, logs, notes, and other paperwork as required, including service contracts and treatment plans. Coordinates or provides timely services and casework needs to all assigned Agency consumers, families, and foster families as required by Program-specific procedures, applicable contract terms, and/or applicable local, state, and federal regulatory and/or other accrediting agencies. Monitors and provides necessary services to Agency consumers, families, and foster families. Coordinates treatment services with appropriate local, state, or federal agencies and/or community resources. Assisting with Foster Care responsibilities across all agency offices as needed. This includes carrying caseloads outside the employee's designated home office. Attends, conducts, or participates in all case conferences, hearings, assessments, home visits, etc. as required. Provides 24‑hour crisis on call availability to clients and families on a rotating basis. Provide case management of initial placements through the intake process. Maintain a flexible work schedule. Provides other Agency-related duties as assigned. Core Responsibilities Promotes a positive working environment within the Agency. Maintains professional and respectful demeanor with Agency employees, consumers, visitors, and the public. Actively participates in training, staff meetings, and Agency activities as required. Participates in special projects or additional assignments as required. Complies with the Agency's Employment Policies & Procedures and Standards of Conduct. Maintains all matters related to Agency affairs confidential and refrains from internal and external discussions as required for job performance. Benefits Health Insurance Flexible Spending Account option available Health Saving Account option available Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Paid Time Off Life Insurance Retirement Plan Full‑Time/Part‑Time Location: Waterford This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr