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*Hybrid Work Environment/ Partial Remote Work Option* Kalamazoo , Michigan -CWTI Trained required.

 Do you have a bachelor’s degree in social work or related human service field? Are you passionate about working with children and families

This is a full time position at $41,600.00  annually!  

We have a newly-vacant, full time opportunity at our Kalamazoo, Michigan  location. Welcome to Samaritas Nation

 

Provides social work and case management services for assigned cases, in accordance with all applicable contractual and regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assume primary responsibility for all cases on assigned caseload. Provide a range of case management, including social casework, engagement, mentoring, and community referral.
2. Collect, assess and document appropriate data and client progress. Assume responsibility for and complete documentation, reports, statistics, and assignments within required time frames and as required.
3. Work collaboratively with referral sources, agencies, institutions and individuals who have pertinent roles in client’s life situation.
4. Prepare for and attend all scheduled court hearings on assigned caseload.
5. Take primary responsibility for intake and initial placement services for all newly referred cases.
6. Coordinate placement arrangements with caregivers, including transportation of children as needed.
7. Provide more intensive supportive casework services to child, birth family, and caregiver during initial placement and replacement.

Job Qualifications

Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human service field.
• Licensed by the State of Michigan preferred.
• CWTI Trained (Required)

Experience

• One year experience in child welfare, preferred.

Additional Work Requirements

• Participate in a system of 24 hour availability to clients, foster and adoptive parents, as required.
• Unrestricted valid driver’s license with good driving record. Reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served; proof of current automobile insurance.

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