Position Summary:

The Case Manager plays a vital role in supporting children and families involved in the child welfare system. This position ensures the safety, well-being, and permanency of children who have been removed or are at risk of removal from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. Case Manager is responsible for implementing the Florida Child Welfare Practice Model, focusing on family-centered practices, trauma-informed care, and community-informed service delivery.

 

Essential Job Functions:

Assess the needs and strengths of children and family Develop Case Plans in collaboration with the children and family Conduct monthly Case Plan reviews Document all services and activities timely in accord with certification, licensing, Medicaid, accreditation standards and agency policy and procedure Conduct individual case management sessions, as needed Perform activities on behalf of the children and family, including attendance at external appointments (e.g., court appearances, etc.), as needed Provide referrals and linkage for the children and family, as needed Prepare Judicial Reviews Social Study report (JRSSR) and Progress Reports, as required, for assigned child and family for courts, probation officers, caseworkers, etc. Coordinate child and family care with the treatment team and with external providers Responsible for the development of the case plan with other treatment team members Provide, arrange and coordinate transportation for child and family, as necessary Participate in case conferences Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings as required Will utilize Stabilify Parent Portal or other data systems required to support the case management role. Understands HIPAA, Professional Ethics, Consumer Rights and Confidentiality Participate in performance improvement activities Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation. Develop, implement, and monitor case plans aimed at achieving permanency for children within 12 months. Collaborate with legal services, placement units, behavioral health providers, and other departments to ensure comprehensive support for children and families. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of services in compliance with CCWIS requirements. Provide safety management services, including crisis intervention and coordination of resources for families in alignment with in-home safety plans. Establish and maintain meaningful connections for youth with kin, fictive kin, and mentors to support life-long relationships. Promote placement stability by actively supporting foster and adoptive families. Maintain contact and connection with biological parents to facilitate reunification efforts while maintaining concurrent planning to explore alternative permanency options. Partner with local school liaisons to increase stakeholder involvement for the educational needs of children, supporting individualized educational plans and grade-level performance. Work closely with community-based organizations to strengthen family preservation when possible. Support pre-independent living programs by developing and implementing life skills education plans for older youth in care. Minimize the length of time children wait for adoption by expediting the placement process and finalizing adoptions, particularly for children with special needs. Partner and collaborate with Peer Family Navigator on coordination of services rendered. Perform any other duties as assigned.