Certified Dependency Case Manager - SMS

Since opening our doors in 1902, CHS became a part of Florida's history.

CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times. Every day, our team works with parents and kids to empower them and encourage them. With innovative technology solutions and a dedicated, experienced team throughout the state, we’re changing the face of foster care and positively impacting children and families’ lives for generations to come.

Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Florida's children and families!

As a Dependency Case Manager (DCM) you will support our growing needs for child case management services. You’ll become a part of a strategic care team charged with attending to the needs of children placed in care by the Department of Children and Families, with the end goal of finding permanent, stable, safe home environments for children.

WHY JOIN CHS?

• Uplifting mission-driven work culture
• Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida's history!
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• Great benefits package, including generous paid time off and holidays

Please watch the day in the life "Get Real: Life as a Case Manager" video above in its entirety (required for application purposes) and the My CHS Why video testimonial below to see if this is the best fit for you!

YOU WILL:

• Assess child and family needs to create referrals and linkages to services such as subsidy and medical coverage.
• Facilitate removal and placement of children into safe and stable care while also supporting the families and care givers during the process.
• Develop and maintain quality case and program written documentation that reflects client progress and also meets CHS, funders, and DCF requirements.
• Travel to conduct home visits to access children’s living environments and provide recommendations to their families and caregivers in a supportive manner.
• Testify at court by providing client case status reports and recommendations regarding reunification, termination of parental rights or other permanency plans.
• Build relationships with CHS team members and community partners in order to help facilitate discussions and meetings regarding case needs and recommendations
• Provide on call support required as scheduled

YOU HAVE:

• Strong time management skills and the ability shift priorities to meet outcomes
• Effective organizational skills and a tireless focus on quality results.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and handle confidential information appropriately.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills that allow you to work well with diverse teams, clients and families.
• Resiliency, with a propensity to persevere in spite of constant change.
• A sincere passion for helping others in need.

YOU NEED:

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field
• Florida Driver’s License within 30 days from hire
• Possess the State of Florida Child Welfare Certification
• Completion of the CHS Dependency Experience Waiver learning path unless the employee possesses one of the below preferred qualifications
• PREFERRED:
• Master's degree in Social Work
• Two years experience working with at risk children and families