What are the responsibilities and job description for the TFC Case Manager position at VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA?
THERAPEUTIC FOSTER CARE
CASE MANAGER/RECRUITMENT SPECIALIST
Summary
The TFC Case Manager/Recruitment Specialist is responsible for providing support services to TFC families and children in foster care, as well as targeted recruitment and training of foster parents who are ab le to effectively and supportively meet the individual specialized needs of TFC youth, including youth who have been victims of human trafficking, youth who demonstrate sexualized behaviors, trauma and loss issues, developmental and cognitive delays, and antisocial behaviors and conduct disorder. The TFC Case Manager reports to the Therapeutic Foster Care Program Director.
Position Type
Full-time Exempt
Essential Functions
- Develop a comprehensive treatment plan within 15 days of a child placement and in collaboration with the child and family, DCFS staff, and TFC Program Director.
- Conduct a minimum of twice per month home visits to each youth and TFC parent on the Case Manager/Recruitment Specialist’s caseload, and provide 24-hour crisis intervention services, as needed, to assist foster families. This can be done via telecommunication or in person, per the situation.
- Maintain youth and parent records in accordance with all federal and state regulations, licensing requirements, and Therapeutic Foster Care policies and procedures, which include contractual requirements of DCFS Child Placing Agency Standards.
- Provide case management services for TFC youth and families and make referrals for any additional educational, medical, dental, social, independent living skills, or clinical services, as indicated, and upon discharge from the program. Communicate these referrals to the DCFS Case Worker and TFC Program Director in a timely fashion, both verbally and in writing.
- Attend and participate in DCFS Family Team Meetings.
- Attend and participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings along with the child and therapeutic foster parents.
- Monitor and assure that the TFC child receives routine medical care, including medication monitoring and administration as indicated, as is appropriate to meet the physical needs of the child.
- Create an effective discharge plan in collaboration with the child, family, DCFS Case Worker, and TFC Program Director.
- Assist Program Director with the provision of pre-service training, orientation, and in service training and consultation services for TFC parents.
- Coordinate targeted recruitment of foster parents, with a specific focus on identifying families that can meet the specialized needs of the youth in care.
Competencies
- Must demonstrate an understanding of and passion for ethical standards and codes of conduct in every aspect of the job.
- Must demonstrate the ability to establish effective rapport with children and families, foster families, funding agency staff, and community providers.
- Must demonstrate a desire to learn and grow as a professional.
- Must demonstrate strong organizational skills.
- Must demonstrate the ability to collaboratively problem-solve with TFC youth and families.
- Must demonstrate professionalism and integrity in working with peers, colleagues, and clients.
Supervisory Responsibility
No
Required Education and Experience
Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in a social services field.
Prefer a minimum of two years of experience working in the social services field.
Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefit package to include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 403-B Pension Plan, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances, Life Insurance, paid annual holidays, Vacation and Sick leave.
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, Inc. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
