About this opportunity
Children's Home of Reading Youth and Family Services lists this CASE MANAGER-HOURLY opportunity in reading, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Some jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This one changes lives.
At CHOR Youth and Family Services, we believe every young person deserves a steady advocate, a safe place, and someone who refuses to give up on them. That person could be you.
We are looking for a Case Manager or Permanency Specialist who shows up with purpose, leads with compassion, and understands that this work is not just a job. It is a calling. If you want to look back on your career and know it meant something real, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Our Team
We take care of the people who take care of others. Here is what you can expect when you join CHOR.
Competitive Pay and Benefits
Competitive compensation
DailyPay so you can access your earned wages before payday
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k retirement plan
Paid time off
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness programs
Employee referral bonuses
Company paid training
Career Growth and Development Paid training programs and certification opportunities
Professional development and leadership development programs
Clear career advancement pathways
Opportunities across multiple service lines within the Inperium family of companies
Meaningful Work That Matters Make a difference every single day
Build real relationships with children and families
Strengthen the communities we serve
Join a mission driven organization where your work has a lasting impact
What You Will Do
As a Case Manager or Permanency Specialist you will be the steady presence in a young person's corner. You will maintain a caseload of 12 to 15 children and their foster families, showing up consistently and making sure every child and family feels supported, heard, and connected to the services they need.
Day to day that looks like this: Completing intakes for new clients, gathering documentation, and facilitating individualized service plans
Having face to face contact with each child and foster family at least biweekly
Maintaining weekly phone contact with each child's referring agency to provide updates
Orienting new youth and families to SafeGuards programming
Transporting clients to home visits and other locations as needed
Coordinating and writing ongoing service plans
Providing crisis intervention services when needed
Facilitating social skills groups on occasion
Maintaining client files in compliance with agency policy, HIPAA standards, and confidentiality requirements
Representing the agency at court hearings and interagency meetings
Staying current on all required training and reporting completion to your Program Manager
Actively participating in our Sanctuary Model, a trauma informed framework built around safety, emotional intelligence, open communication, and the belief that growth and change are always possible
Who We Are Looking For
We are not just checking boxes. We want someone who genuinely cares and brings the skills to back it up. You may be a great fit if you are compassionate, dependable, patient, team oriented, service focused, professional, positive, and committed to helping others.
What You Need Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field
At least one year of experience in case management or counseling with children and families
Drug and alcohol programs require one year of specific drug and alcohol experience
At least three written references demonstrating past educational or employment experience
Must be at least 21 years of age
Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with a clean driving record and proof of insurance
PA Act 33/34 clearances and DPW FBI clearance
Pre-employment physical confirming ability to perform essential job functions
Flexibility to work a schedule that meets the needs of the people we serve
Must meet all federal employment eligibility verification requirements
Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
About CHOR and Our Family of Companies
The Children's Home of Reading is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services Inc.
Apis Services Inc., Inperium Inc., and their affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Apply Today
Some jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This job changes lives.
If you are looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and drive make a real difference every day, we want to meet you. Join our team and become the reason someone has a better tomorrow.
Worksite address
reading, PA, 19610, US
Who can apply
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