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Samaritas CWTI Trained Foster Care Case Worker in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Position Details
CWTI Trained Required To Apply!
Are you CWTI trained? We offer a bonus of $7,500.00 for CWTI trained Individuals ! Hybrid Work Environment/ Partial Remote Work Option Kalamazoo , Michigan Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human service field ? Are you passionate about working with children and familiesWe have a newly-vacant, full time opportunity at our Kalamazoo, Michigan location.
Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.
This is a full time position at $41,600.00 annually!
What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Full Time/Part TimeCompetitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
Awesome Employee Discounts
Plus many more benefits
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
Assume primary responsibility for all cases on assigned caseload. Provide a range of case management, including social casework, engagement, mentoring, and community referral.
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.
Work collaboratively with referral sources, agencies, institutions and individuals who have pertinent roles in client’s life situation.
Prepare for and attend all scheduled court hearings on assigned caseload.
Take primary responsibility for intake and initial placement services for all newly referred cases.
Coordinate placement arrangements with caregivers, including transportation of children as needed.
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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Requisition Number2024-10658
Employee TypeFull-Time
Hours Per Pay Period80
ShiftDay
Work Hours8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredYes
On Call RequiredYes
Position LocationUS-MI-Kalamazoo