<span>Kinship Case Manager</span>

$45,677 - $47,798/Yr

Family Tree - Lakewood, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Lakewood, CO

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About the position

The Kinship Case Manager role at Family Tree Inc. focuses on enhancing the stability of families receiving Child-Only TANF through short-term case management, crisis intervention, and referrals to community resources. The position aims to improve families' knowledge and accessibility to available community resources, providing emotional support and financial assistance as needed.

Responsibilities

• Initiate contact with potential clients based on the county's referral list.
• Conduct home/phone/virtual client interviews to complete need-based assessments.
• Maintain a full caseload of clients/families, requiring seven to eight monthly intakes.
• Collaborate with clients to develop individualized plans at program entry/exit.
• Respond promptly to clients' calls about crisis/problem situations and provide appropriate resources and financial assistance.
• Document all services using the Colorado Benefits Management System (CBMS) and Family Tree database.
• Participate in facilitating and supporting monthly Kinship Legal Clinic and Circle of Parents support groups.
• Engage in outreach efforts to maintain a strong referral base and build a positive reputation within the community.

Requirements

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to carry out self-directed tasks with limited supervision.
• Flexibility and adaptability to navigate a fast-paced environment and make decisions with limited information.
• Ability to build healthy and effective working relationships with under-resourced, at-risk families.
• Demonstrated ability to practice trauma-informed care and provide individualized support to families.
• Ability to apply a Multi-generational Approach and protective factors in daily work with families.

Nice-to-haves

• Decision-making skills in gathering information and evaluating options.
• Resourcefulness in navigating community resources in the Denver Metro area.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage workload effectively.
• Digital literacy with strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite Programs.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options.
• Professional development opportunities.