SAFY of America
Case Manager I
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Case Manager I
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SAFY of America .
Base pay range $44,000.00/yr - $53,000.00/yr
SAFY is seeking a full‑time Case Manager I for our Lexington division in Kentucky. As a Case Manager, you will be responsible for the case management functions of a caseload of foster youth and homes. You will work closely with youth, family, foster parents and community partners, equipping the youth and foster parent with the support and resources needed. This position is hybrid with travel expectations (50‑70% of the work week involves traveling in and around Lexington).
Who We Are At SAFY, our mission is Preserving Families & Securing Futures. For 40 years, our work has rested on a single, radical idea – children belong in families. We believe that every child and family deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are a team of 500 employees across seven states providing services such as Family Preservation & Reunification, Behavioral Health, Therapeutic Foster Care, Adoption Services and Older Youth Services so the families and children we serve can build resilience and thrive.
What You’ll Do
Travel daily to provide in‑home, community‑based services to youth in caseload.
Complete referral reviews and intake assignments, and communicate service availability to all assigned clients.
Provide instruction, intervention, and assistance as needed through independent judgment and as part of the treatment team to help the youth live independently.
Build and maintain relationships with youth, state workers, and community supports.
Coordinate and monitor service provisions for youth in the community and with employers, school officials, courts and other appropriate parties involved with the client.
Develop and ensure completion of appropriate assessments including Individualized Treatment Plans, Psychosocial Diagnostic Assessments (PSDs), and Mental Health Services Plans according to established time frames involving all appropriate parties as required by policy and regulations of the state and/or contract.
Timely document outcomes of home visits, support sessions, safety assessments, interaction with parties involved in the youth’s care and incident reports as required by policy, regulations, and contract requirements.
Ensure foster parents, youth and case manager needs are met during periods of staff transition.
Attend rotating on‑call schedule.
Participate in performance quality improvement processes and execute any assigned tasks.
Successfully complete all required training pertaining to the job.
Establish and maintain a positive working relationship, sensitive and responsive to the cultural differences with all levels of SAFY staff, clients, families and vendors.
Work nontraditional hours daily/weekly to fulfill position duties; may include nights and/or weekends.
Maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Other duties or special projects as assigned.
What You Bring We are looking for people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are inspired by our noble mission to make a difference in the lives of the children and families in our care. You’ll be right at home if you are willing to learn from successes as well as setbacks, persevere in challenges and adversity, cultivate collaborative relationships, understand and leverage diversity, advocate for equity, aspire to work inclusively, and partner to drive your work and that of your team to the next level.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, child & family studies, or other approved related field of human services.
Two years of relevant experience is required with above listed degrees; experience in child welfare preferred, or relevant experience working with children in general. Five years of relevant experience required with related field of human service degrees.
Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and auto insurance coverage to meet travel requirements; may require transporting youth if needed.
Operate a computer with Microsoft Office, other software, agency databases and online systems.
Demonstrated skill of writing treatment plans, case notes, etc.
What We Offer
Targeted hiring range: $44,000.00 to $53,000.00 per year.
Comprehensive benefit plan options including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
12 paid holidays per year, generous sick & vacation time and an additional day off for your birthday.
All regular full- and part‑time staff are eligible for quarterly and/or annual bonuses.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 each year.
CEU reimbursement up to $1,000 each year.
On‑demand access to earned wages through Zayzoon.
Clinical supervision reimbursement up to $300 per month.
Employee assistance program with 6 free visits per year.
Free financial advisor services.
Employee and foster parent referral bonus program.
Leave donation program.
Adoption assistance.
Mileage reimbursement.
SAFY is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non‑discriminatory work environment. SAFY does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, arrest record, conviction record or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of SAFY, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and administering all personnel actions such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs or terminations.
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Case Manager I
role at
SAFY of America .
Base pay range $44,000.00/yr - $53,000.00/yr
SAFY is seeking a full‑time Case Manager I for our Lexington division in Kentucky. As a Case Manager, you will be responsible for the case management functions of a caseload of foster youth and homes. You will work closely with youth, family, foster parents and community partners, equipping the youth and foster parent with the support and resources needed. This position is hybrid with travel expectations (50‑70% of the work week involves traveling in and around Lexington).
Who We Are At SAFY, our mission is Preserving Families & Securing Futures. For 40 years, our work has rested on a single, radical idea – children belong in families. We believe that every child and family deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are a team of 500 employees across seven states providing services such as Family Preservation & Reunification, Behavioral Health, Therapeutic Foster Care, Adoption Services and Older Youth Services so the families and children we serve can build resilience and thrive.
What You’ll Do
Travel daily to provide in‑home, community‑based services to youth in caseload.
Complete referral reviews and intake assignments, and communicate service availability to all assigned clients.
Provide instruction, intervention, and assistance as needed through independent judgment and as part of the treatment team to help the youth live independently.
Build and maintain relationships with youth, state workers, and community supports.
Coordinate and monitor service provisions for youth in the community and with employers, school officials, courts and other appropriate parties involved with the client.
Develop and ensure completion of appropriate assessments including Individualized Treatment Plans, Psychosocial Diagnostic Assessments (PSDs), and Mental Health Services Plans according to established time frames involving all appropriate parties as required by policy and regulations of the state and/or contract.
Timely document outcomes of home visits, support sessions, safety assessments, interaction with parties involved in the youth’s care and incident reports as required by policy, regulations, and contract requirements.
Ensure foster parents, youth and case manager needs are met during periods of staff transition.
Attend rotating on‑call schedule.
Participate in performance quality improvement processes and execute any assigned tasks.
Successfully complete all required training pertaining to the job.
Establish and maintain a positive working relationship, sensitive and responsive to the cultural differences with all levels of SAFY staff, clients, families and vendors.
Work nontraditional hours daily/weekly to fulfill position duties; may include nights and/or weekends.
Maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Other duties or special projects as assigned.
What You Bring We are looking for people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are inspired by our noble mission to make a difference in the lives of the children and families in our care. You’ll be right at home if you are willing to learn from successes as well as setbacks, persevere in challenges and adversity, cultivate collaborative relationships, understand and leverage diversity, advocate for equity, aspire to work inclusively, and partner to drive your work and that of your team to the next level.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, child & family studies, or other approved related field of human services.
Two years of relevant experience is required with above listed degrees; experience in child welfare preferred, or relevant experience working with children in general. Five years of relevant experience required with related field of human service degrees.
Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and auto insurance coverage to meet travel requirements; may require transporting youth if needed.
Operate a computer with Microsoft Office, other software, agency databases and online systems.
Demonstrated skill of writing treatment plans, case notes, etc.
What We Offer
Targeted hiring range: $44,000.00 to $53,000.00 per year.
Comprehensive benefit plan options including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
12 paid holidays per year, generous sick & vacation time and an additional day off for your birthday.
All regular full- and part‑time staff are eligible for quarterly and/or annual bonuses.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 each year.
CEU reimbursement up to $1,000 each year.
On‑demand access to earned wages through Zayzoon.
Clinical supervision reimbursement up to $300 per month.
Employee assistance program with 6 free visits per year.
Free financial advisor services.
Employee and foster parent referral bonus program.
Leave donation program.
Adoption assistance.
Mileage reimbursement.
SAFY is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non‑discriminatory work environment. SAFY does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, arrest record, conviction record or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of SAFY, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and administering all personnel actions such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs or terminations.
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