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Insight Global Bilingual Refugee Foster Care Case Manager in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Job Description

As an Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Case Manager, you will be primarily responsible for providing case management services support to children in foster care, foster families, and biological families through the Refugee Services. This individual is also responsible for conducting

culturally sensitive home studies, assessments, and referrals for clients within the program. This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide culturally, and comprehensive case management services, while maintaining a caseload

in compliance with contract terms and agency expectations;

  • Assess potential placements for Unaccompanied Refugee Minors (URM), to include but not

limited to interviews and home study investigations;

  • May assist with home study of and licensure of foster families;

  • Complete and document all required reports, case notes, and case contacts in the appropriate

database in accordance with the expected timeframes and requirements;

  • Assess the safety and appropriateness of the placement on an ongoing basis using child welfare

principles and social work best practices;

  • Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, and to review case plan and

direction;

  • Attend and be prepared for court hearings;

  • Conduct meetings with foster parents and foster children at least once a month;

  • Serve as an interpreter for clientele who speak Spanish and translate to English, as needed;

  • May serve as a co-therapist, as needed;

  • Provide transportation to clients for but not limited to medical appointments, foster homes, and

other social agencies, as needed;

  • Assist with the training on new staff, as requested;

  • Facilitate and assist with providing the on-going education and support services for foster parents,

while also attending all education and support meetings provided to foster parents;

  • Attend internal trainings and apply newly gained knowledge on the job;

  • Serve as lead or co-lead for therapeutic or educational groups;

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of foster children in care while meeting DHHS, ORR,

and Bethany's documentation and reporting requirements;

  • Keep abreast of community resources and refer families for support, as needed;

  • Maintain effective communication with community resources and individuals involved in providing

service provisions to clients;

  • Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .

   

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Skills and Requirements

  • Master's degree in Human Services, or related field of study from an accredited college;

  • At least one (1) year of prior case management experience in child and family services, preferred;

  • Bi-lingual English and Spanish, preferred;

  • Demonstrated ability to service a diverse group of clients, to include refugees or other minority

families;

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

  • Demonstrated clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills;

  • Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;

  • Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions;

  • Proficiency within a Windows OS and Microsoft Office environment

  • Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years of driving experience to

operate a vehicle on behalf of the client. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;04/17/2024

  • Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries; null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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