Youth Case Manager

Youth Case Manager

Clarvida is seeking a Youth Case Manager to work with minors placed in care by DCFS due to abuse or neglect. In this role, you will partner with youth and families to develop individualized treatment plans with the ultimate goal of permanency. You will help identify service needs, coordinate wraparound community services, and assess progress toward stability and well-being.

This position includes regular contact with youth and families, observation of family visitation, and collaboration with legal teams, DCFS, and community providers. You will receive consistent, supportive supervision from a Child Welfare Supervisor to support your professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

Meet with youth clients 1–3 times per month

Meet with family members at least once per month

Observe family visitation monthly

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on permanency

Identify goals, strengths, and service needs for youth and families

Coordinate wraparound services within the community

Assess and document client and family progress

Provide transportation for visits, medical appointments, and meetings as needed

Collaborate with DCFS staff, legal teams, service providers, and families

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case documentation

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services–related field

CWEL license preferred

Valid Driver's License in good standing and active automobile insurance

Ability to obtain an Illinois Driver's License within 30 days of hire if relocating from out of state

Compensation & Benefits

Full-Time Employees

Salary starting at $ 54,000/year

Schedule flexibility to meet client and personal needs

Team-based, supportive work environment

Stability and growth opportunities within a national organization

Paid vacation days that increase with tenure

Separate sick leave that rolls over annually

Up to 10 paid holidays*

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options

DailyPay – access earned wages without waiting for payday*

Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements

Company-provided cell phone

All Employees

401(k)

Free licensure supervision

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment

Mileage reimbursement*

*Benefit availability may vary by position, state, or county.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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