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Kennedy-Donovan Center Case Manager/Social Worker - IFC in New Bedford, Massachusetts
About KDC:
At KDC we are on a mission to empower and support all people to meet their full potential in a world where every individual and family thrive, no matter the circumstances.
About this role:
The Kennedy-Donovan Center is seeking two Case Managers/Social Workers for the Foster Care and Family Services Division to assess and support individual child, youth, and family needs.
In this role you'll get to:
Assess individual(s) and family strengths and needs.
Develop safe and helpful relationships with assigned individual(s).
Participate in all team meetings such as:
Development of Treatment Plans
Ongoing supports related to Treatment Plan objectives and goals.
Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Foster Care Reviews
Individual and case reviews
Provide in-home case management services for families and children.
Advocate for children and their families as needed.
Provide supportive services to foster/biological families, as well as identified children/ youth.
Collaborate with internal/external resources and community providers to ensure appropriate placement and services.
Monitor placements per DCF/EEC/Kennedy-Donovan Center regulations.
Comply with all Kennedy-Donovan Center, EEC and DCF documentation requirements.
Maintain compliance with all Kennedy-Donovan Center policies and procedures.
Transporting children/families as needed.
We are looking for people who have:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field (Psychology, Human Services) required.
LSW or LSWA licensure (within 6 months of hire) .
Driver's License and a reliable vehicle.
Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Commitment to Family Systems focus.
Computer competence in Microsoft Office
Knowledge of Department of Children and Families system.
Ability to work within multiple program models.
Bilingual Portuguese and/or Spanish speaking preferred.
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Working with KDC - Kennedy-Donovan Center (https://www.kdc.org/working-with-kdc/)
KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence!
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