<p>Case Manager - Bilingual (English/Spanish)</p> <p>Requisition #: req15870</p> <p>Location: Smyrna, TN</p> <p>Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week)</p> <ul> <li>One time Sign-On Bonus: $1500 </li></ul> <p>Additional Incentive Bonus after 6 months, based on performance and other factors: $1500</p> <ul> <li>Internal Candidates are not eligible for Sign-On Bonus* </li></ul> <p>At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families provide the strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus on strengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centered solutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care of a single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, and families. Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we're united in our mission and these shared values: we're motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we're in it for the long haul.</p> <p>As a Transitional Foster Care Case Manager, you will be primarily responsible for providing intensive, short-term case management and reunification services to Unaccompanied Children, primarily from Central America, ages 0-17. This individual is also responsible for ensuring the overall safety of the child in care.</p> <p>This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <ul> <li> <p>Coordinate short-term case management services for client's educational, therapeutic, medical, and legal needs;</p> </li><li> <p>Attend regularly scheduled meetings with the treatment team to discuss client's needs and treatment plan;</p> </li><li> <p>Present client social history at internal and external team meetings, to include the youth's journey to the U.S., exploitation and/or trafficking concerns, family history, psychological history, academic history, and identified issues or behaviors that warrant treatment;</p> </li><li> <p>Serve as a subject matter expert on DHS and UC policy and procedure for intake, reporting, and permanency (post adoption) planning;</p> </li><li> <p>Attend and testify at court hearings, as necessary;</p> </li><li> <p>Provide services that empower clients and adhere to the organization's standards of ethical practice;</p> </li><li> <p>Meet with clients at least weekly to assist and ensure the appropriate safety of the youth and goal progression is occurring;</p> </li><li> <p>Provide reunification services to potential sponsors in a timely manner;</p> </li><li> <p>Available to interpret Spanish to English for clientele, as needed;</p> </li><li> <p>Provide transportation to clients, as needed;</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain accurate and up-to-date client information in compliance with DHS, ORR, and Bethany's documentation and reporting requirements;</p> </li><li> <p>Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, to review case plan and direction, and treatment plans;</p> </li><li> <p>Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;</p> </li><li> <p>Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;</p> </li><li> <p>May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;</p> </li><li> <p>Complete other duties as assigned.</p> </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's level degree in Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, or a Social Services field from an accredited college; </li><li>Child welfare and/or case management experience is strongly preferred; </li><li>Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of social work as acquired through a Bachelor's level degree; </li><li>Bi-lingual English and Spanish required </li><li>Prior experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations preferred; </li><li>Mature and stable judgment as well as sensitivity to various cultures and the unique history of refugees; </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills; </li><li>Demonstrated clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills; </li><li>Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality; </li><li>Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; </li><li>Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage; </li><li>Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries; </li><li>Documentation of immunity to vaccine preventable diseases or the willingness to receive vaccination, or seek an exemption; </li><li>Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith and Mission Statement. </li></ul> <p>#LI-CC1</p>