Overview Join to apply for the Case Manager role at Wellspring Lutheran Services .
As a Case Manager with our Foster Care Program, you will be part of a statewide team dedicated to strengthening children and families through support, care and connection. We believe in meeting people where they are, building on their strengths, and creating pathways for lasting stability and growth.
You’ll be part of a team of social workers committed to helping families and children in and around Otsego and Alpena counties. In this position, you\'ll be directly supporting communities across the region to help families and children get the resources they need. You will have a bachelor\'s degree in social work or a human services related field, a current driver\'s license, car registration and auto insurance. You will also be reliable, and have a responsible attitude, a compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do.
Responsibilities Coordinate the development, review and implementation of services, case management, safety/behavior intervention plans and treatments provided to individuals served.
Coordinate all community referrals, resources and services to the family.
Oversee all services provided to individuals and their families, monitor the quality of care, ensure compliance with contractual terms and monitor regulatory program compliance.
Coordinate and monitor the implementation of required medical and dental services for all foster children.
Visit each assigned child at least once each month in the foster home.
Maintain accurate records, confidentiality and timely reports.
Prepare court reports and petitions, and attend court hearings to provide testimony to support the permanency, safety and well-being of the child/family.
Coordinate visitation and supervise children with parents, siblings and relatives.
Act as a liaison with schools and other community agencies.
Attend staff meetings and treatment planning meetings as required.
Transport clients (as needed).
Engage and encourage family member participation in services and case planning to address needs.
Provide emergency, on-call interventions after hours and on holidays, as required.
Integrate learning from required DHHS training into day-to-day responsibilities.
Why Wellspring You\'ll be part of a dedicated and caring team of social workers, administrative professionals and support staff.
You\'ll receive supervision and help as needed.
You\'ll have support from our support staff with administrative duties such as filing and requesting documentation.
Your starting salary will be $43,800+ per year, based on experience.
Hybrid: Flexible work schedule with travel throughout Otsego and Alpena counties to see families and children in-home.
Full-time, 40 hours per week.
On-call rotation with the team.
Mileage reimbursement.
Benefits including Health, Vision & Dental insurance, 403b retirement plan, PTO, Paid Holidays.
DailyPay option for on-demand pay.
Access to Wellspring SupportLinc (employee assistance plan).
This position reports to the Wellspring GAYLORD office: 1260 S Otsego Ave., Gaylord, MI 49735.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries: Non-profit Organizations, Hospitals and Health Care, and Community Services