Care Manager

About Us

Cape Atlantic I.N.K. (Integrated Network for Kids) is a non-profit Care Management Organization (CMO) that facilitates and coordinates care for children with the most complex emotional and behavioral needs. We coordinate care for over 1,000 youth and their families in in Atlantic and Cape May, New Jersey counties. Cape Atlantic I.N.K. is part of the NJ Children’s System of Care, helping youth up to the age of 21 with mental health, substance use and developmental disabilities achieve their vision and goals. The organization uses the Wraparound Model, a strength-based approach to working with children and youth in need.

What we can offer you

Cape Atlantic I.N.K. has a lot to offer! For those in the social work and human service professions, Cape Atlantic I.N.K. is a great place to start your career, learn resources, and be a part of the child-serving community. The best part of a career with Cape Atlantic I.N.K. is making a difference every day in the lives of children, teens, and families. We are a diverse workforce and have a unique perspective, mirroring the communities in which we serve.

Seeking dedicated Care Managers!

The full time position of Care Manager at Cape Atlantic I.N.K. is community-based field work that provides advocacy and care coordination needed to ensure that youth remain at home, in school, and in the community. This position engages with children/youth serving agencies through collaboration and linkage to produce successful outcomes for the children/youth we serve. Care Managers collaborate with the youth and families to create strength based individualized service plans and crisis plans designed to support the needs of the youth; facilitate child family team meetings utilizing the Wraparound Model, review the service plan and monitor the efficacy of the plan over time; remain in telephonic contact with each child family team member and accurately document interactions per contact in the electronic record.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, human services, mental health or related human service field
• A minimum of one year of experience working with youth with mental health, substance use or developmental challenges is required.
• Excellent organization and time management skills are needed
• Technology skills and ability to type is necessary. MS Teams knowledge helpful
• Being bilingual is an asset
• Flexibility and the adaptability to work within an ever-changing environment
• Passion for working with youth and families is a must!
• A driver’s license in good standing is required.
• Driving; Timely and accurate data entry are essential duties of this role

Salary, Benefits and Work Culture

• Cape Atlantic I.N.K. staff rate our flexible schedule and supportive work environment as the 2 best reasons for working here!
• Salary range to start is $43,000 to $50,000 dependent on degree and years of relevant experience working with youth, and bilingual skills
• We offer a hybrid model after completion of training
• We recognize 10 paid holidays
• Generous paid leave ( up to 12 Vacation days, 5 personal days, and 10 Paid Sick days in the first year)
• Agency vehicles available for in-person youth and family meetings. Mileage reimbursement available for visits completed in own vehicle.
• Work cell phone and laptops provided to complete the duties of the job.
• Extensive and affordable benefit package, including Medical, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, Employee Assistance Program. OR up to $4000 annually for those who opt out of medical insurance with proof of other coverage.
• Cape Atlantic I.N.K. promotes a culture of wellness, and work-life balance.

Cape Atlantic Integrated Network for Kids is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

COVID-19 considerations:
Currently, certain aspects of this position can be performed remotely ONCE TRAINED but home visits will take place.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What major is your Bachelor's and/or Masters degree in?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• social work with youth: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $43,000 - $50,000