Child Care Case Manager

Our Mission: Allen County Job and Family Services, with support of regional employers, economic development, and community partners, is committed to building a stronger community by promoting self-sufficiency. We are dedicated to assisting Allen County families and individuals achieve their highest level of stability and independence through career development and supportive services. Hours: 8:00 A.M.- 4:30 P.M., Monday -- Friday Description of Duties: -Determines eligibility for clients applying for child care services; including information gathering, documentation of income and resources. -Completes necessary paperwork and data entry on client caseload and child care providers for effective case management. -Maintains ongoing case load of active clients. Completes required reports. -Conducts all interviews, inspections, and reference checks necessary to approve or deny applications to be child care providers. -Conducts ongoing evaluations and re-certifications of child care providers. Investigates complaints which allege childcare providers to be out of compliance with State or local regulations or policies. -Documents results of such investigations and completes related forms and reports. May provide technical assistance and training to child care providers. Monitors and tracks provider participation in training. -Determines eligibility for clients applying for Non-Emergency Transportation, Publicly Funded Child Care, Title XX, PRC (Prevention, Retention and Contingency), and other Social Service programs. -Completes client budget of household expenses. -Contacts third party (e.g. landlord, car dealer, utility company, etc.) and local partner agencies to confirm plan of assistance. -Identifies and arranges most cost-effective transportation services and arranges for services for clients as needed. -Maintains accurate records. -Completes needed correspondence and documentation. -Assists with Information and Referral (I & R) through initial interview or telephone conversations. []{style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1 "}