Community Partners Home Based Case Manager

Job Title: Community Partners Home Based Case Manager Pay Range: $18.00 hourly Who We are: At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it. Position Summary: The Community Partners Home Based Case Manager provides supportive case management services to families within the home or community-based setting with the goal of preventing child abuse or neglect. Community Partners Home Based Case Manager helps to address underlying problems to abuse or neglect including unemployment, unstable housing, substance abuse, mental health concerns, domestic violence, and lack of community/social support by teaching families new skills and connecting the family to resources within the community. Essential Functions: The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice. Client & Family Engagement Schedule and complete appointments at times and locations convenient for clients, including evenings, while maintaining a flexible work schedule to meet family needs. Maintain regular communication with families through multiple methods, including phone calls, text messages, mail, and drop-by visits, and provide telephone support during crisis situations. Case Management & Service Coordination Develop individualized short- and long-term family goals. Refer clients to supportive services and appropriate community resources. Research and maintain current knowledge of community resources within the assigned service area to effectively meet client needs. Complete service records and intake documentation accurately and within established timelines. Community Collaboration & Partnership Development Facilitate intra-agency collaboration to support the Bauer mission. Establish and maintain relationships with community partners by conducting outreach to at least one community resource each month. Time Management & Productivity Independently manage workload and daily schedule to ensure timely and effective service delivery. Complete the required number of direct service hours in accordance with program expectations. Travel & Working Conditions Travel regularly to client homes and community locations to provide services. Perform duties in a variety of home environments, which may include exposure to tobacco smoke, domestic animals, household pests, mold, and other conditions commonly found in residential settings. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks. Education/Certification/Licensure: Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or a directly-related human service field from an accredited college.Other Bachelor's degrees will be accepted in combination with a minimum of 3 years of experience working with families in the human services field.Must maintain a valid driver's license and meet insurance requirements of the carrier at all times. Experience Required: None Knowledge and Skills Required: Strong connection with the community and ability to maintain positive relationshipsAbility to resolve conflict and difficult situations peacefullyExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalAttention to detailOrganization and time managementProvide safe transportation in personal vehicle as necessary Physical Requirements: To accomplish the essential functions of the position, one must be physically able to operate or work with computers, calculators, reference books, computer software applications, phones, and other standard office equipment. The physical activities of the position include talking, reaching, grasping, light lifting, bending, squatting, and other repetitive motions. Working Conditions: Work is performed a pleasant office environment and in families' This role is exposed to tobacco smoke, domestic animals, household pests, and other conditions common to domestic environments.Travel up to 25% Our Workplace Culture: At Bauer Family Resources, every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience. Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer we encourage diversity and promote equality. Full-time employees (30+ hrs/week) enjoy: Health & Financial Wellness Medical, Dental & Vision insuranceMatching 401(k)Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFree mental health coverage + Telehealth Services Time Off & Support 10 paid holidays + Paid Time OffPaid bereavement leaveReflective supervision & wellness programsReferral bonuses Position-based perks may also include: Early Childhood Education scholarshipsPaid professional developmentCell phone & mileage reimbursement, for select positions BauerFamilyResources, Inc.isanEqual Opportunity& Affirmative Action Employer. Bauer Family Resources is a Drug-Free Workplace