Family Preservation Case Manager
Clarvida - Illinois
Summary
Clarvida is seeking a Family Preservation Case Manager to work directly with children involved with DCFS and their families to promote safety, stability, and long-term success. In this role, you will assess family needs, establish service goals, and connect families with appropriate supports and interventions. You will meet with children weekly at the beginning of services and transition to bi-weekly visits as progress is made. This position offers a supportive supervisory structure focused on professional growth, clinical guidance, and case management excellence.
Job description
About the Role
Clarvida is seeking a Family Preservation Case Manager to work directly with children involved with DCFS and their families to promote safety, stability, and long-term success. In this role, you will assess family needs, establish service goals, and connect families with appropriate supports and interventions. You will meet with children weekly at the beginning of services and transition to bi-weekly visits as progress is made. This position offers a supportive supervisory structure focused on professional growth, clinical guidance, and case management excellence.
Responsibilities
- Meet with children and families involved with DCFS to assess needs and strengths
- Develop individualized goals focused on safety, stability, and family preservation
- Link families to appropriate services, resources, and treatment supports
- Conduct regular home and community-based visits
- Monitor, evaluate, and document child and family progress
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case documentation
- Collaborate with supervisors, internal teams, and external partners
- Participate in supervision, team meetings, and required trainings
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field) with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience OR Master’s Degree in a Human Services field (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field)
- CWEL license preferred
- Valid Driver’s License in good standing and active automobile insurance
- Ability to obtain an Illinois Driver’s License within thirty (30) days of hire if relocating from out of state
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field) with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience OR Master’s Degree in a Human Services field (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field)
- CWEL license preferred
- Valid Driver’s License in good standing and active automobile insurance
- Ability to obtain an Illinois Driver’s License within thirty (30) days of hire if relocating from out of state
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- DailyPay
- Training & development
- Continuing education credits
- Company-provided cell phone
- 401(k)
- Free licensure supervision
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet insurance
- National discounts
- Mileage reimbursement
Company overview
Clarvida - Illinois is a behavioral health and human services organization operating in the state of Illinois. As part of the broader Clarvida network, this Illinois-based division specializes in providing comprehensive mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and support services to individuals and families across the state. The organization focuses on delivering person-centered care through evidence-based practices and integrated treatment approaches. Clarvida's services typically include outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and community-based support programs designed to address various mental health conditions and behavioral challenges. The organization plays a crucial role in Illinois' healthcare ecosystem by serving diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and families, with particular attention to underserved communities. Their approach emphasizes recovery-oriented care, trauma-informed practices, and collaborative treatment planning to help clients achieve improved mental wellness and functional outcomes. As a healthcare provider in the behavioral health sector, Clarvida - Illinois contributes to the state's public health infrastructure by addressing critical mental health needs and supporting community wellbeing through accessible, quality care services.