Case Manager

Overview

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.

LSF is seeking a talented Case Manager (Residential) who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.

This position will lead case management and other out of home care support activities for youth and their children (if applicable) served through the residential program. Responsible for assisting youth in foster care and young adults who exit foster care at age 18 in making the transition to independent living and self-sufficient adults. Serves as liaison with child welfare and other partner agencies to advocate for and ensure necessary services are provided to youth in the residential program.

• Maintain socially appropriate behavior of youth through sanctioned and designed de-escalation skills and disciplinary procedures; responds to youth crises and collaborate with crisis response or behavioral health teams as needed.
• Support youth in developing transition and permanency plans, including preparation for adulthood, employment, and post-secondary education.
• Conducts comprehensive assessments to identify youth strengths, needs, and goals.
• Develops, maintains and implements resident/individualized service plans, visitation, medication and education logs as appropriate; promotes a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and youth-centered approach in all interactions.
• Participates in and documents Med management meetings and ensure proper parties are in attendance.
• Maintain phone log for family calls and participate in supervised calls
• Serve as a positive role model to youth at all times through appearance, attitude, and behavior.
• Serve as a mentor for skill building and employability development.
• Assist with coordination and transportation of youth to obtain documents necessary for employment, Keys to Independence, etc.
• Logistically coordinate and schedule youth for transportation to and from court hearings, visitations, school and other appointments.
• Transport youth to job sites for interviews, community service projects and/or any other requests as needed for youth well-being and self-sufficiency/independence.
• Participate in all foster care/child welfare staffing’s including multi-disciplinary staffing’s involving youth.
• Attend court as necessary to advocate for and advise judiciary of youth progress in the program.
• Complete referrals as necessary for additional community services and supports for youth served through the program and document progress/provider input.
• Send monthly status reports to referring agencies on the safety, well-being, and skill progression of all youth served through the program.
• Document monthly meetings with residents regarding their needs and progress related to education, vocation, Keys to Independence and other life skills and share feedback and documentation with multidisciplinary team.
• Serve as support for implementing and facilitating remedial education, tutoring and GED prep.
• Assist with sign Up for GED, School, Keys to Independence, Daycare.
• Implement the behavior management system and documentation as necessary.
• Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing training opportunities

• Mobility: Must be able to move freely throughout the group home environment and between work sites as needed.
• Lifting/Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally (e.g., client belongings, files, small equipment).
• Standing/Sitting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; intermittent standing and walking throughout the facility and during community visits.
• Driving: Must be able to drive and maintain a valid driver’s license for home visits, transporting clients, and attending off-site meetings or appointments.
• Vision and Hearing: Sufficient visual acuity and hearing ability to assess client well-being, observe behaviors, read documentation, and communicate effectively in person and via phone or virtual platforms.
• Communication: Able to speak clearly and effectively to interact with clients, families, staff, and external agencies.
• Dexterity: Sufficient manual…