Case Manager, Foster Care

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings.

Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible for assisting with the process surrounding placing a child in foster care. Provides for the safety, permanency and well-being of foster care clients, serving as the primary link between Centerstone, Department of Children/Families (DCS), foster families, biological families, schools, and services needed. Conducts in home visits and manages issues and concerns of foster children/families, provides linkage and referral to other services and supports to enhance family functioning. The position requires frequent driving to attend meetings, court, visit clients, families, etc. All mileage is reimbursed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Learns and applies Centerstone and DCS Policies and Procedures.
• attends and participates in Case management/Foster care team meetings
• Links Clients families to community resources.
• Assis families with medication issues when necessary.
• Helps achieve all EPSDT and Dental requirements, including all necessary follow-up.
• Signs off on MAR in the foster home.
• Completes all TFACTS and Centerstone EMR requirements on time.
• Completes all required face to face visits per DCS policy.
• Completes all monthly summaries and enters into TFACTS (timely)
• Performs documentation within 48 hours of contact
• Develops plan of care within 30 days of admission and every 90 days; thereafter, complete with goals, objectives, interventions.
• Documents progress according to documentation expectations
• Uses behavior management and crisis management skills when needed
• Coordinates case management services with school personnel
• Coordinates, transports and supervises visitation as agreed upon in the CFTM.
• Assists foster parent/s with transportation when needed.
• Attends court as required.
• Coordinates community service projects when necessary.
• Completes required training and continuing education.
• Completes timesheets in a timely manner.
• Participates in all staff supervision activities.
• Maintains electronic record in Kaleaidacare
• Participates in 24/7 on-call coverage
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication skills
• Strong writing skills
• Willingness to learn about and provide trauma-informed care required. Ability to work independently and as part of a team is required
  
  

Qualifications

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or other behavioral health care field preferred.

Years Of Experience

One to two years minimum experience with children, youth and families.

Certification/Licensure

N/A

Physical Requirements

Standing – 10%

Sitting – 70%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – 90%

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$16.50--$23.10

Benefits

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.