This position is eligible for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds which includes a one-time $750 sign-on bonus payable after the completion of 90 days of employment as well as a monthly stipend of up to $694.50 which is based upon the hours worked in the previous month for as long as the funds are guaranteed by the State.

　　What You’ll be Doing

　　The Case Manager in our Foster Care Program will provide weekly therapeutic mentoring care management services to foster children; this includes advocating on behalf of the child and their family, providing counseling referrals, coordinating services within the community, and monitoring progress in each case to ensure services are delivered appropriately. 

　　Your Main Priorities

　　•    Meets with clients weekly to determine quality of care, evaluate additional service needs, and ensure the child’s safety and that the child’s needs are being met. 

　　•    Plans, facilitates, and implements treatment plans, review reports and quarterly meetings. 

　　•    Develop case plans for clients within proper guidelines, provide case management services to support the case plan. 

　　•    Maintains clients’ electronic records, updating accurately and promptly. 

　　•    Assists with obtaining relevant assessment data (i.e., school records, assessment summaries). 

　　•    Attends client’s medical and educational appointments as needed. 

　　•    Attends court reviews, composes court letters and makes recommendations to the court for client care and permanency planning. 

　　•    Rotates on the on-call shifts for crisis interventions. 

　　•    Transports clients according to state and agency transportation policies. 

　　•    Other duties as assigned.

　　Qualifications

　　•    Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field required.

　　•    2+ years’ experience in child welfare and family services.

　　•    Experience working in the foster care system is preferred. 

　　•    Ability to communicate and effectively interact with a diverse population. 

　　•    Bilingual in Spanish required. 

　　•    Strong organizational and time-management skills.

　　•    Basic computer skills required; knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.

　　•    Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

　　•    Must be able to authorize Child & Family to complete Motor Vehicle Record check.

　　•    The ideal candidate will be required to meet all pre-employment requirements such as background checks and medical clearances.

　　Travel Requirements

　　Site location: Providence, RI

　　Local travel required.