The Case Manager provides coordination and case management for youth within our Supervised Independent Living program. A case manager interacts with both individuals and families. They provide emotional support to clients. Compassion and empathy are a requirement of this position.
- Develop strategies for sustaining and growing effective programs.
- Build high-quality relationships with youth participants.
- Provide strategic direction relating to ongoing program development, quality improvement, and evaluation efforts.
- Complete developmentally appropriate assessment activities with youth as determined by program and youth’s needs.
Education and Experiences
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
- Experience working with adjudicated youths, preferred.
- Proven ability to maintain high productivity while functioning in a flexible environment.
- Proven ability to apply crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
- Proven ability to apply theories of the Motivational Interviewing and Trauma Informed approaches.
MCHS offers a generous compensation package which includes medical and dental benefits, generous PTO plan, 401k with match and more. Opportunities for growth, wonderful team culture, Diversity, DIRE (Diversity, Inclusion, Race Equity) committee, and more!
MCHS is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as established by law. This policy extends to all policies and procedures related to the recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. updated 7/2024
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
- Experience working with adjudicated youths
- Compassion and empathy
- Ability to maintain high productivity while functioning in a flexible environment
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills
- Knowledge and application of Motivational Interviewing and Trauma Informed approaches
What We Do
Methodist Children's Home Society (MCHS) is a private, non-profit human services agency dedicated to providing child welfare, housing, community, mental health, residential treatment, and education programs. Founded in 1917, MCHS finds safe, caring homes for children who are survivors of abuse and neglect across southeast Michigan, while offering critical support and therapeutic services to children, families, and older adults throughout the state of Michigan.
