We are desiring to recruit a focused Case Manager, Connecting Forward to join our stellar team at Family & Children's Service in Nashville, TN.
Growing your career as a Full Time Case Manager, Connecting Forward is a terrific opportunity to develop valuable skills.
If you are strong in adaptability, attention to detail and have the right enthusiasm for the job, then apply for the position of Case Manager, Connecting Forward at Family & Children's Service today!
Job Summary The Connecting Forward Case Manager will provide assessment, screening, resource connection, case management, and/or referrals to mental health counseling to program clients of all Connecting Forward network partners. The Case Manager will recommend an individual and/or family care plan of action on the needs identified. If needed, the Case Manager will provide intensive case management, self-advocacy training, life skills training, parenting skills training, educational and supportive services, in-home services, advocacy, and/or referrals as needed. Applicants must live in Tennessee. Three positions are available. These positions are remote.
Job Responsibilities• Conduct needs assessments for financial and material resources, mental health, imminent risk, domestic violence, trauma, and/or other needs as they relate to client success and services.
• Develop, implement, and modify care plans (case management goals), as needed, to address the needs of the client.
• Establish and maintain an effective and empowering relationship with clients.
• Refer and connect clients to Connecting Forward network partners to fulfill identified needs.
• Refer clients to short-term, solution-focused, trauma-informed counseling and clinical interventions (e.g. individual or family therapy)
• Refer clients, when appropriate, to licensed drug and alcohol treatment centers, domestic violence shelters, other community treatment centers, long-term therapeutic service agencies, etc.
• Be knowledgeable about Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and other federal benefit programs for which the client may qualify; assist the client in applying for federal SSI and SSDI benefits when appropriate.
• Employ a strengths-based and client-goal-oriented approach to facilitate self-empowerment.
• Provide ongoing educational and/or supportive groups as needed
• Develop relationships with partner agencies and assume a strong advocacy role for needed services.
• Provide services in the home, school, or other location in the community when needed and appropriate for best serving the client in meeting goals.
• Regular attendance during office hours and reliable transportation is required.
QualificationsThis position requires a Bachelor's Degree (*Master's Preferred) in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Education, and/or related field with 2-3 years of working with children and families from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds
Additional InformationBenefitsThese positions are benefits-eligible. We offer medical, vision, and dental coverage. 401k and 401k matching. Generous vacation time. sick leave, and parental leave
How to Apply Send resume to View email address on cnm.org DetailsDate Posted: August 2, 2023Type: Full-TimeJob Function: AdministrativeService Area: Health (Physical, Mental)Salary Range: $45,000Working Hours: 40 hour work week Benefits of working as a Case Manager, Connecting Forward in Nashville, TN:
? Career Growth Potential
? Opportunities to grow
? Attractive packageCompetitive Pay
