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Allendale Association

Foster Care Case Manager

Career Insights for Family / School / General Social Worker

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What they do

A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.

$68,965 / year median in Illinois

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Do you expect something more for your career? Bring your skills and talents to a role where you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact. We are looking for a motivated and dedicated professional to fill this role! If you are adept at multi-tasking and embrace playing an integral role in changing the lives of the youth we want to talk to you!
GENERAL FUNCTION
Manages all aspects of cases in Foster Care. Works with the court system, families, funding resources, schools, and other community resources. Prepares required reports and ensures all relevant parties are informed of clients' needs, goals and treatment progress on a timely basis. The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Services field
WORKER ATTRIBUTES
Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work as a competent multi-disciplinary team member in a blended, clinically oriented special education/residential treatment setting. Ability to independently manage professional judgment, production requirements and operational goals. Ability to interpret and support policies and procedures established by Allendale, as well as licensing and accreditation standards, policies and procedures established by other agencies with relationships to Allendale. Ability to work effectively in crisis situations. Good assessment and decision-making skills. Ability to organize and coordinate meetings with several different parties. Ability to cooperate with inter-departmental cross training & be flexible regarding case assignment based on census needs.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$52,416.00 - $68,021.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person