Homebased Family Caseworker

We don’t just have a mission statement…we have a mission.

At Keys Counseling our commitment to optimal mental health and steadfast support isn’t just for our clients, it extends to every member of our team.

*This is not a remote position*

Keys Counseling is a home-based social service agency providing services throughout Northwest Indiana. We are seeking a full-time Caseworker to join our team at our office in Elkhart, IN. We are looking for a motivated candidate who enjoys making a difference in the lives of others in their community. We offer competitive compensation, flexibility, and a great working environment!

Keys Counseling specializes in child and family services treating children and adults with involvement in the Department of Child Services or juvenile delinquency legal systems. Keys Counseling advocates for community safety, family preservation, and emotional healing by addressing a wide range of mental health and relationship issues with an array of evidence-based strategies.

Caseworkers work “hands on” with the clients and their families both in the home and the community. Caseworkers are instrumental in implementing the treatment plan. They work to link the client and family to the resources available in their community. They focus on teaching clients to utilize those resources in a sustainable way that fosters a culture of responsibility and accountability in their lives and within the family unit. All services are provided in a manner that is culturally competent and respectful, and demonstrating a desire for clients to make positive, sustainable changes in their lives.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or a directly related human service field from an accredited college. (Other degrees will be accepted with a minimum of four years of experience working directly with families in the child welfare system).
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to use private car to transport self and others, in compliance with state policy concerning minimum car insurance coverage.
• A working knowledge of or willingness to learn the Microsoft Outlook platform.
• Providing Home-Based, high-quality visits to children and their families with the aim of assisting them with their case plan objectives.
• Guiding families and children through effective conflict management and resolution processes while modeling appropriate boundaries and listening skills.
• Fostering healthy and productive family communication.
• Transporting families and children to necessary appointments and meetings.
• Attending and contributing to child and family team meetings.
• Developing structured time-management for children and families and for you as a professional.
• Teaching and implementing behavior modification techniques to support appropriate conduct.
• Introducing budgeting and money management skills to families to increase their ability to manage resources effectively.
• Maintaining working relationships with referral sources by promptly responding to all communication requests.
• Attending supervision, training, and other meetings as scheduled.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic case files according to program timeframes and requirements.
• Creating and maintaining a weekly schedule as dictated by clients (may include evenings and weekends) utilizing and updating Microsoft Outlook calendar.

Advantages:

• Comprehensive benefits (Medical, Vision, and 401 K Plans) to full-time employees
• PTO and Holiday pay
• Flexible scheduling- excellent work/life balance
• Clinical support from supervisions, staffing, and ongoing trainings

Beneficial Skills & Experience:

• Experience providing home-based work
• Experience working with the juvenile probation population
• Experienced in teaching curriculums in group settings

Compensation:

• $30,000-$50,000 (dependent on experience and education)

Keys Counseling is a proud member of the Refresh Mental Health network—a nationwide network that includes leading private practices with unique and specialized programs. This relationship allows us to maintain our local leadership and solid reputation in the community. It also enhances our practice with additional resources, infrastructure, and operational support, allowing you to focus on what you do best—providing exemplary care to your clients.

Keys Counseling is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse workplace. We are committed to building a team that is inclusive of all people, including those of LGBTQIA+ communities, members of all ethnic groups, people with disabilities and medical conditions, foreign-born residents, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Refresh is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.